Ariete

Project Ariete focused on improving the support ecosystem for young women with PCOS. It aims to turn what is often a solitary and misunderstood condition into a shared, empowering journey through awareness, empathy and digital tools.

Type

Individual

Year

2021

Skills

Service Design | Product Design | Visual Design

project

Goals

  • Build a support system that engages partners and close ones in PCOS care and management

  • Increase awareness and promote sustainable lifestyle changes

  • Facilitate holistic treatment by connecting users with experts digitally.

Approach

I dived deep into the taboo healthcare topic of PCOS through immersive research and co-creation. I used participatory design and iterative testing to craft a sensitive, user-led solution

Deliverables

I developed a multi-feature app to educate, track, connect and empower PCOS patients. It was backed by strategic frameworks and grounded in real user insights for scalability.

  • Trackers for menstrual cycle, diet, workout and moods

  • Educates and creates awareness with periodic tests

  • Helps users pen down experiences and stories

  • Community support

  • Syncs data with partner/close friends or family members

  • Challenges and rewards to keep users motivated in their journey

Impact

I challenged social stigma and brought male allies into the care loop. I earned recognition at a global competition (MIT Hacking Racism) and interest for future development support.

© 2026 by Joel Mathew. All Rights Reserved.

Ariete

Project Ariete focused on improving the support ecosystem for young women with PCOS. It aims to turn what is often a solitary and misunderstood condition into a shared, empowering journey through awareness, empathy and digital tools.

Type

Individual

Year

2021

Skills

Service Design | Product Design | Visual Design

project

Goals

  • Build a support system that engages partners and close ones in PCOS care and management

  • Increase awareness and promote sustainable lifestyle changes

  • Facilitate holistic treatment by connecting users with experts digitally.

Approach

I dived deep into the taboo healthcare topic of PCOS through immersive research and co-creation. I used participatory design and iterative testing to craft a sensitive, user-led solution

Deliverables

I developed a multi-feature app to educate, track, connect and empower PCOS patients. It was backed by strategic frameworks and grounded in real user insights for scalability.

  • Trackers for menstrual cycle, diet, workout and moods

  • Educates and creates awareness with periodic tests

  • Helps users pen down experiences and stories

  • Community support

  • Syncs data with partner/close friends or family members

  • Challenges and rewards to keep users motivated in their journey

Impact

I challenged social stigma and brought male allies into the care loop. I earned recognition at a global competition (MIT Hacking Racism) and interest for future development support.

© 2026 by Joel Mathew. All Rights Reserved.

Ariete

Project Ariete focused on improving the support ecosystem for young women with PCOS. It aims to turn what is often a solitary and misunderstood condition into a shared, empowering journey through awareness, empathy and digital tools.

Type

Individual

Year

2021

Skills

Service Design | Product Design | Visual Design

project

Goals

  • Build a support system that engages partners and close ones in PCOS care and management

  • Increase awareness and promote sustainable lifestyle changes

  • Facilitate holistic treatment by connecting users with experts digitally.

Approach

I dived deep into the taboo healthcare topic of PCOS through immersive research and co-creation. I used participatory design and iterative testing to craft a sensitive, user-led solution

Deliverables

I developed a multi-feature app to educate, track, connect and empower PCOS patients. It was backed by strategic frameworks and grounded in real user insights for scalability.

  • Trackers for menstrual cycle, diet, workout and moods

  • Educates and creates awareness with periodic tests

  • Helps users pen down experiences and stories

  • Community support

  • Syncs data with partner/close friends or family members

  • Challenges and rewards to keep users motivated in their journey

Impact

I challenged social stigma and brought male allies into the care loop. I earned recognition at a global competition (MIT Hacking Racism) and interest for future development support.

© 2026 by Joel Mathew.

All Rights Reserved.