Malaria Prevention at SC Johnson

This project is proprietary, so details are sparing.

In the developing world, mosquito repellant is more than just about taking a hike in the woods - it’s a matter of life and death. The cheapest way to protect one’s home from the dangers of malaria is through the burning of coils laced with repellant chemicals. However, these coils pollute the internal air with smoke and are not safe for children and pets nearby. In extreme cases, the coil can cause an entire house to catch fire (see below). The other cheap alternative - mosquito nets - is rarely used due to the perception of preventing air flow and the need to get a full seal.

At SC Johnson, I worked on an early-stage technical project with the goal of developing a new product type that was as affordable and effective as a coil, but without any of the hazards that come with one. My role included leading design thinking workshops, ideating new repellant mechanisms, building prototypes, and testing them in the live mosquito lab.

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