Melika is an MFA candidate in Design Research & Development with a focus on Disability Studies at The Ohio State University, with a background in industrial design. Her expertise spans design research, co-design, creative problem-solving, and design methodologies, along with practical skills in industrial design sketching, 3D modeling, and rendering. She is eager to continue deepening her knowledge in both design research and industrial design, and to grow through new experiences and collaborative opportunities in the field.