Discover Biosis, a project dedicated to engaging patients in the antibiotic prescription process during medical consultations. Learn how patient involvement can promote responsible antibiotic use and help combat antibiotic resistance.
Abstract
Biosis is a project aimed at involving patients in the antibiotic prescription process during medical consultations, thereby raising awareness about antibiotic usage and resistance. By fostering patient engagement, Biosis seeks to promote responsible antibiotic consumption and contribute to combating antibiotic resistance.
The Biosis application - Image courtesy of Max Fonseca
Concept
The project centers on creating an interactive platform where patients can actively participate in discussions about their antibiotic treatments. This involvement is designed to enhance understanding of when antibiotics are necessary and the implications of misuse, leading to more informed decisions and adherence to prescribed treatments.
The Biosis application - Image courtesy of Max Fonseca
Process Development
The development of Biosis involved researching patient-doctor interactions and identifying opportunities to integrate patient participation in prescription decisions. The project emphasizes the importance of education and communication in healthcare settings to address the global challenge of antibiotic resistance.
The Biosis application - Image courtesy of Max Fonseca
Note
The project was developed during the Designing Intelligent Experiences course of the Master of Arts in Interaction Design at SUPSI together with my collegues Max Fonseca, Alice Brovelli, Alejandra Hofstetter, Giuseppe Piazza and Yllka Shehu.
How to cite this page:
Subet, Matteo (2022). Biosis. Retrieved on 18 December 2025 from zumat.ch/projects/biosis.html