National Cancer Institute (NCI) I2E (IMPAC II Extension) System

Platform: Desktop, Mobile and Tablet

Existing Design

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Existing Layout and Design

Information Architecture, Wireframes, and Prototypes

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Figure 1: Information Architecture

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Figure 2: Low Fidelity Mockups

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Figure 3: Hi Fidelity Wireframe

Final Design Delivered as HTML/CSS/Javascript

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Figure 4: Desktop view

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Figure 5: Mobile View

Overview

The National Cancer Institute's (NCI) I2E suite comprises 18 modules that electronically manage extramural grant applications, guiding them through receipt, peer review, approval, and funding distribution to researchers and organizations outside the NIH. The I2E system also integrates seamlessly with the NIH’s Electronic Research Administration (eRA) IMPAC II, ensuring streamlined coordination of extramural grants processes.

Goal

  • Provide comprehensive information about programs, policies, account management, I2E modules, and partner systems.
  • Enable users to quickly locate modules and access relevant resources, including user guides, core functions, and primary users for each module.
  • Facilitate easy and efficient access to account management information.

Problem

  • Information on applications, policies, and resources is fragmented and not centralized.
    The site lack modern technology that ensures accessibility across various devices and media platforms. Applications, Policies, and information are not found in unified areas.
  • Content is outdated, and needs to be updated with new technology to make it accessible in all media

My Role

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Ideation Sessions: Conducted brainstorming sessions to explore solutions and address user pain points.
  • Site Maps: Developed clear and intuitive site maps to improve navigation and organization.
  • Low-Fidelity Prototypes: Created basic prototypes to visualize initial design concepts.
  • High-Fidelity Prototypes: Produced detailed, polished prototypes for final design iterations.
  • Wireframes: Designed wireframes to establish structure and layout for the site.
  • Template Design: Built templates for consistent, reusable design elements.
  • Usability Testing: Conducted testing to validate design decisions and optimize the user experience.