UROP Project

Redesigning Post-Mastectomy Bras: Investigating Design Innovations to Reduce Seroma and Hematoma Formation and Enhance Patient Satisfaction

design, breast cancer, women's heath
Research Mentor: Dr. Jessica Ridgway Clayton,
Department, College, Affiliation: Fashion, Merchandising, and Product Development , Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship
Contact Email: jridgway@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: TMH
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes
Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
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Project Description

This project is in collaboration with TMH where we are working with clinical staff to redesigning post-mastectomy bras. We will be conducting focus groups, collecting body scans, and constructing prototypes of new mastectomy bras.

Research Tasks: The primary tasks associated with this project will be assisting with focus groups, data collection and analysis. Additionally, prototype creation will play a large role in the tasks so proficiency in sewing is critical.

Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required: proficient in sewing with a sewing machine
Recommended: previous research experience with focus groups or clinical setting research experience

Mentoring Philosophy

My philosophy as a research mentor is to create an environment where students feel encouraged to explore creative ideas while developing the skills needed to turn those ideas into meaningful research. I value a structured and accountable approach, with clear expectations, consistent progress, and constructive feedback. At the same time, I encourage intellectual curiosity and am open to approaches that challenge assumptions or lead in unexpected directions. Open and direct communication is central to my mentoring style. I aim to create a relationship where students can ask questions, raise concerns, and receive honest feedback without hesitation. I also emphasize professionalism, including reliability, respect, thoughtful collaboration, and ownership of one’s work. Ultimately, my goal is to help students become independent, confident researchers who can balance creativity with rigor and accountability.

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