About Ellen Ana

Bridging the gap between human potential and AI ethics through innovative design and research.

Professional Journey

UX Design Lead @ Nuralink

2021 - Present, San Francisco

Pioneering neural interface UX patterns for direct brain-computer interaction systems.

Head of Accessibility @ FutureTech

2021 - Present

Designed AI ethics frameworks for Fortune 500 clients including Microsoft and Apple.

Creative Technologist @ Adobe

2018 - 2021

Led research on immersive design patterns for mixed reality applications.

Design Philosophy

I believe digital experiences should empower, not overwhelm. By blending human-centered design with AI ethics, I create interfaces that work for all users, regardless of cognitive profiles.

  • Human-Centered

  • Ethical AI

  • Neurodiversity

  • Innovation

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Areas of Expertise

UX Design

Creating immersive, accessible interfaces that work for diverse cognitive profiles including ADHD, Autism, and dyslexia.

AI Ethics

Leading workshops for Fortune 500 companies to align AI development with ethical frameworks and human values.

Design Research

Conducting groundbreaking research on how neurological diversity reshapes digital product design.

Education & Recognitions

Design Innovation Fellowship

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

2022 - 2024

Design Fellow
AI Ethics Certificate

Master's in Human-Computer Interaction

Stanford University

2019 - 2021

Research focused on neurodivergent cognition patterns in user interface design, resulting in 3 industry patents.

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