Samueli School of Engineering

Sun exposure, particularly unprotected, can cause damage to the skin and cancer. In equatorial climates, exposure to UV rays from the sun is higher than in polar climates. Due to this fact, inhabitants of equatorial climates are more susceptible to sunburns and development of skin cancer. Over 5 million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer annually, and this number is expected to grow by approximately 6% in 2021. Applying sunscreen is the number one way to prevent sunburn and subsequent damage to the skin. This project differs from others because our proposition will educate users and help prevent and detect skin lesions that can occur with exposure to the sun. The multipurpose device will detect skin lesions by allowing the user to scan their skin for any abnormalities, and simultaneously allow them to apply sunscreen anywhere on their body with ease. One of the fundamental steps needed to meet our clients' needs was to conduct market research. We developed and distributed a survey that reinforced the preexisting market need and helped us to develop functional product features for our customers. Through this survey, critical feedback was generated that allowed us to gauge how we would design the hardware of the product itself. This resulted in the development of two different prototypes, with the most recent iteration being produced into a 3-D printed prototype. Mentor: Christine King Ph.D, Hadar Ziv, Christian Johnson (Founder & Inventor) MBA