TRANSNETYX

Reimagining the filter, sort, and group process, transforming complexity into clarity and boosting efficiency.

Reimagining the filter, sort, and group process, transforming

complexity into clarity and boosting efficiency.

Problem

Goal

Role

Product Designer

Biotechnology

Product Designer

Design Thinking

Prototyping

Competitive Analysis

User Research

Skills

Industry

Duration

While Transnetyxs' current filter, sort, and group system was useful their were some aspects of the user journey that were unclear or time consuming:


  • Understand how to sort data in ascending or descending format

  • How to group/ sort data

  • Time constraint finding filter choices

Establish a simple and clear filter, sort, and group system for researchers to quickly and efficiently group their research data and analyze.

99.7%
Result accuracy

45 million
Samples genotyped

Accomplishments

$25 M
Profit by 2030

Solution

Based on many meetings with the stakeholder I've determined that:


  • Created a permanent collapsible panel for easy access and more screen space

  • Integrated a search options for quick and efficient data discovery

  • Eliminated the "sort" section to minimize number of steps taken

Research

Met with product manager to discuss my role on the team, main issue users are facing, expectation of the project and goal.

Iteration Round 1

Users will select drop-

down menu of their

desired filters.

Select filter icon to

expand Sort & Filter

panel from its

collapsed state

Panel will expand

exposing all filter

options showing

both primary and

secondary filters

Once searched and

selected the data

table will automatically

update

Once updated users

can now view desired

data information

leaving filter panel

expanded or minimized

Type in corresponding

letters for data type

users are searching for

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Target Audience: Researchers at various institutions who test samples to drive advancements in human health.

Personas

Peer Review

Stakeholder points to consider:

  • Much needed screen space needed for large numbers of data

  • Clear position on screen and simple icon to understand

  • Steps to filtering data doesn't cause time constraints

  • Simple enough for users to understand user journey

Competitive Analysis

Key Callout

Transnetyx

  • Offers specialized, scalable genotyping for lab animals with integrated data management — ideal for academic and pharmaceutical research teams.

  • Supports custom solutions, allowing flexibility for unique research needs.

  • Leads in large-scale data handling and automation for genotyping, emphasizing efficiency and volume-based pricing.

mLIMS

  • Known for high customization and cross-disciplinary applications, making it ideal for large, complex research environments.

  • Offers custom workflows and data tracking, but at a premium price point ($5,000–$30,000+ per license).

  • Technological focus is on flexible LIMS software for data-heavy scientific research beyond genomics.

LGC Genomics

  • The only provider offering both genotyping and sequencing, making it the most comprehensive genomics solution.

  • Leverages advanced NGS and PCR technologies, appealing to biotech and pharma companies.

  • Offers competitive per-genotype pricing and custom solutions, with a strong emphasis on cutting-edge tools and broad application.

Softmouse

  • Provides an affordable, niche solution focused solely on mouse genotyping — perfect for small labs in genetics and neuroscience.

  • Lacks sequencing and custom solution capabilities, which may limit long-term scalability or adaptability.

  • Emphasizes mouse-specific data management, making it highly specialized but narrowly scoped.

Iteration Round 2

Select the desired

filter for the data

being sorted through.

Initially a filter icon

now a button labeled

"Sort & Filter +".

Select sort & filter

to expand panel.

Panel will expand

exposing all the filter

option that can be

applied to the data.

Minimize the panel for

more screen space with

update data table

Once desired filter

is selected the data

table will update

automatically.

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Peer Review 2

Stakeholder points to consider:

  • Are checkboxes more or less time-consuming

  • Will taking away the asc/ desc button confuse users or make the user journey more clear

  • Does the permanent panel collapse automatically or is it done manually

Started design with a simple

sort and filter button on the to

conserve space leaving room

for other buttons or valuable

screen space for data on the

table.

Iteration #1

Iteration #2

Iteration Process Continued

Changed design from a simple

filter button to a label "Sort &

Filter" with a plus sign. This

allows for the user journey to be

much clearer to the Sort and

filter panel. The plus sign was

added to correlate with the

minimize button when the panel

is in its open state.


Also removed the white space

between the filter panel and the

side navigation allow freeing up

screen space for the data table.

Final Designs

Reflection

Durning my time at Transnetyx I learned so much and grew a tremendous amount as a designer. While there is much to reflect on these are my main takeaways:

  • Gained valuable insights into both UX design and personal growth as a designer

  • Learned how to approach design within a specialized industry

  • Developed the ability to create tailored solutions for unique products and services

  • Identified areas for improvement in design thinking and process

  • Strengthened presentation and communication skills

  • Recognized personal strengths and areas for continued refinement

  • Found the experience rewarding due to collaboration with a passionate, impact-driven team

During my time at Transnetyx, I gained invaluable insights not only into design but also into my personal growth as a designer. This experience taught me how to approach design in a specialized industry, enabling me to create tailored solutions for unique products and services. It also helped me pinpoint areas for improvement, particularly in my design thinking and process. Furthermore, the role strengthened my presentation skills, highlighting both my strengths and areas where I can continue refining my approach. Overall, it was a rewarding experience to collaborate with a team that is genuinely passionate about their work and committed to making a meaningful impact on the industry.

During my time at Transnetyx, I gained invaluable insights not only into design but also into my personal growth as a designer. This experience taught me how to approach design in a specialized industry, enabling me to create tailored solutions for unique products and services. It also helped me pinpoint areas for improvement, particularly in my design thinking and process. Furthermore, the role strengthened my presentation skills, highlighting both my strengths and areas where I can continue refining my approach. Overall, it was a rewarding experience to collaborate with a team that is genuinely passionate about their work and committed to making a meaningful impact on the industry.