RESEARCH × DESIGN × ENGINEERING

From research.To real-world tools.

A design & engineering studio for research.

RIBLAB provides scientific visualization, AI implementation and software development. We work with research and business teams to turn domain knowledge and models into clear communication, usable tools and systems.

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MODULAR RESEARCH STUDIO
FOR REAL IMPACT
FROM RESEARCH TO APPLICATION
01

Research model

Start with the question.
Understand the model.

Porous research structure sculpture
02

Application interface

Connect the capability.
Make interaction clear.

Layered model interface sculpture
03

Usable product

Build for real use.
Validate and hand over.

Metal and glass product sculpture

WHAT WE DO

Start with one real question.

Scientific visualization and AI software engineering are our two core areas. We work with research and business teams to define problems and deliver clear communication and usable software.

01

AI implementation & collaborative development

Bring AI into real workflows. We work with research and business teams to connect models, data and existing systems into usable tools and software.

WHAT WE CAN BUILDDiscovery and prototyping: agree scope and acceptance criteriaAI workflows and agents: connect tools with run records and human reviewModel and system integration: connect websites, databases and existing systems
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02

Research workflows & agents

Connect tools, data and human review around a recurring research task, with traceable execution.

WHAT WE CAN BUILDTask and workflow mappingA focused workflow or agent prototypeTool integrations, run records and review checkpoints
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SCIENTIFIC ILLUSTRATION

Scientific illustration. Research made visible.

Paper figures, graphical abstracts, mechanism diagrams and cover artwork

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Scientific structure illustration

SCIENCE, CLEARLY EXPRESSED

Scientific design & conferences

From illustrations and data visualization to presentations and conference identity. Make research clear.

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LEARN. TRY. UNDERSTAND.

Build the team’s capability.

Task-based workshops for research groups, departments and continuing education partners.

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In discovery: research image review & practice

SELECTED PROJECTS

A closer look at what we build.

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HOW WE WORK

Start focused. Build deliberately.

Clear scope, staged feedback and inspectable results make collaboration concrete.

01

Define the question

Agree the intended users, one concrete scenario and expected results.

02

Validate together

Review materials and requirements. Set a focused project and acceptance criteria.

03

Build and refine

Discuss a working prototype and iterate through staged feedback.

04

Deliver and hand over

Check outcomes, document operation and agree ongoing responsibilities.

NOTES FROM THE STUDIO

Clarity before complexity.

All insights

What should a research team prepare before productizing a model?

A practical starting checklist, from runnable code to acceptance examples.

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Which research tasks are a good fit for agents?

Decide whether dynamic decisions are needed before choosing an agent, workflow or script.

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How to design an AI-assisted research workshop

Structure a workshop around outcomes, practice material and review.

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A FEW THINGS TO KNOW

Before we begin

Can we discuss an AI project now?

Yes. We review your requirements, materials, models and tools, then agree feasibility, scope, deliverables and acceptance criteria.

Can we work together on design only?

Yes. Scientific design and conference support can be scoped as a single deliverable or a set of materials.

What should I prepare for our first conversation?

A short background, the problem, available materials and timing are enough. Do not submit unpublished research data or files through this website.

GOOD QUESTIONS START GOOD PROJECTS

Bring a question.
Let’s work on it.

A model, a repetitive workflow, or research that deserves a clearer story. Start there.

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Teams we have worked with

  • Leibniz Association
  • Peking University
  • Fudan University
  • Peking Union Medical College Hospital
  • Henan Agricultural University
  • Zhejiang University
  • Zhejiang Sci-Tech University
  • Huashan Hospital
  • Chinese Academy of Sciences
  • Tongji University
  • Howard Hughes Medical Institute
  • Tongji Hospital
  • National Center for Mental Disorders
  • Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine
  • Third Military Medical University
  • Tianjin Medical University
  • Shanghai University
  • Max Planck Society
  • Shandong University
  • Qilu Hospital