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Project

See What I See

Platforms

Android, iOS, Google Cardboard, Oculus Quest

Technologies

Unity, Google Analytics, C#, Augmented reality (AR)

Project Overview

The National Eye Institute’s ‘See What I See’ is a groundbreaking VR application designed to educate users about the impact of various eye diseases. By simulating conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy, the app offers a unique, immersive experience that fosters empathy and understanding. As part of the NIH, NEI is dedicated to sharing accurate eye health information, conducting research, and training future vision research leaders. The ‘See What I See’ app directly supports their mission to protect and prolong vision.

Key Features

Realistic Visual Simulations : Medically accurate representations of various eye diseases.
Immersive VR Experience : Engages users and fosters empathy for those living with vision impairments.
Cross-Platform Compatibility : Accessible on a wide range of devices, increasing its educational reach.
Interactive Quizzes : Reinforce learning and assess user understanding of eye conditions.

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The Solution

Technical Expertise : Leveraged advanced VR development skills to overcome challenges and optimize performance.
Medical Collaboration : Partnered with ophthalmologists to guarantee scientifically accurate visual effects.
Cross-Platform Optimization : Ensured smooth app functionality on iOS and Android devices, maximizing accessibility.

The Results

Enhanced User Experience : A polished, immersive VR experience that effectively educates and raises awareness.
Increased Accessibility : The app’s availability on multiple platforms expanded its reach and impact.
Broad Reach : Over 10,000 downloads on Google Play demonstrate significant user engagement.
Mission Support : ‘See What I See’ directly supports NEI’s mission to protect and prolong vision.

The Challenge

Technical Hurdles : Initial development faced technical setbacks, impacting performance and user experience.
Medical Accuracy : Ensuring visual representations of eye diseases were both realistic and medically sound.
Platform Compatibility : Reaching a broad audience required seamless functionality across diverse devices and operating systems.

Meet The Team

James Schermehorn

President

JOSH ROSE

CEO

ERIC LINDSTROM

Creative Director

RYAN ABRAMS

Solutions Architect

GLORIA SANTOS

Director of Operations

SerGEY Marukhnenko

Product Owner

MATT ALEXANDER

Creative Designer

Owen RAVELO

Technical Lead

noel Pelayo

Operations

MOHAMMED ALI KHAN

Architect Owner

NATHANIEL HART

Architect Owner

ANDREW KOZA

Developer

STEPHEN UNDERWOOD

Developer

Kailee Nekoba

Project Coordinator

Kendall Carter

Project Manager

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Seeing is Believing: National Eye Institute's VR App Empowers Empathy for Eye Diseases