Presenter

Vanessa Segura Duque is a Fulbright Scholar currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Factors and Ergonomics at the University of Minnesota. As a lead graduate researcher in the Human Dimensioning Lab (HDL), Vanessa's research involves translating 3D body data and 3D technologies into products for medical and work applications. Her research contributions in the HDL include interdisciplinary projects such as developing customized respiratory masks for pediatric patients, evaluating manufacturing workspace solutions for the hand in partnership with Toyota, and studying ergonomic glove shapes for firefighters. Previously, she was Partner and Director of R&D at ERGOFACTOS S.A.S in Bogotá, Colombia, leading the design and manufacture of ergonomics products for women in the floriculture sector. Vanessa holds a Master of Design and a Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design from the National University of Colombia.