Byron Wilson

Byron Wilson is an Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Austin and serves as CEO & founder of Empty Set, a healthcare-focused design R&D studio. Previously, he held an Associate Professor role in Strategic Design at ArtCenter College of Design, where he contributed to the Faculty Senate. His expertise bridges academic research and industry innovation in healthcare technology.

Education:

• B.S. in Biology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• M.Sc. in Industrial Design (dual program with Caltech), ArtCenter College of Design

Research Focus: Wilson specializes in strategic design methodologies for healthcare systems, with emphasis on human-centered interactions, clinical trial design, and prototyping. His work integrates data analysis and information design to address complex healthcare challenges. He has led large-scale innovation projects at organizations like Southern California Permanente Medical Group and presented globally on healthcare design strategies.

Professional Contributions: As Senior Manager of Innovation at Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Wilson pioneered regional and national healthcare initiatives. He frequently speaks at institutions like Google Health, Harvard, and MIT on early-stage design strategies for healthcare products and services.