Sauman Chu

Sauman Chu is a Professor and Graphic Design Leader in the Administration (OUE) at the University of Minnesota. His work focuses on applying design principles to healthcare, particularly in the field of organ transplantation. With over 68 research outputs throughout his career, he has established himself as a specialist in human-centered design within medical contexts.

Chu's research interests center on human-centered design, design and health, multilingual design, user experience design, and visual communication. His work particularly emphasizes patient-centered approaches to complex healthcare challenges, with significant contributions to transplant medicine. He has developed innovative tools and systems to help patients navigate the complex organ transplant process, focusing on decision support, information accessibility, and patient empowerment.

Analysis of Chu's recent publications reveals a strong trend toward patient-centered design solutions for transplant candidates. His work consistently addresses the information needs of patients facing organ transplantation, developing tools that help them understand program performance, make informed decisions about transplant centers, and navigate the complex medical landscape. His research bridges design theory with practical healthcare applications, creating tangible tools that improve patient experiences in high-stakes medical situations.

• Horace T. Morse - University of Minnesota Alumni Association Award for Outstanding Contributions to Undergraduate Education (2018)
• Outstanding Teaching Award (2013)

Chu has secured significant research funding for projects related to patient-centered design in transplant medicine. His three major funded projects include 'Creating a patient-centered report card for solid organ transplant candidates' (2019-2020), the same project funded earlier by NIH (2016-2017), and 'Smart House, Livable Community, Your Future' (2010-2011). These projects demonstrate his consistent focus on applying design principles to improve healthcare experiences and outcomes.

While specific lab information isn't provided in the available text, Chu's collaborative work suggests he leads or participates in interdisciplinary teams combining design expertise with clinical transplant knowledge. His research outputs consistently involve collaboration with medical professionals, transplant specialists, and healthcare researchers, indicating a team-based approach to solving complex healthcare design challenges.