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Diana Tordoff
Instructor, Obstetrics & Gynecology - General
BioDiana M. Tordoff, PhD, MPH is an epidemiologist whose research focuses on LGBTQ+ health equity. Dr. Tordoff completed her PhD and MPH in Epidemiology and received a BA with honors in Mathematics from Vassar College. She has been PI on several NIH funded studies focused on the sexual health of transgender populations, and currently is PI on a study exploring the impact of testosterone gender affirming hormones on the vaginal microenvironment and gynecological health of transmasculine adults. She is also an affiliated researcher with The PRIDE Study (pridestudy.org), where she recently completed a postdoctoral fellowship. Dr. Tordoff has over ten years of experience working with and within LGBTQ+ communities. Her research interests include sexual and reproductive health, the vaginal microbiome, molecular epidemiology, intersectionality, and community-engaged research methods.
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Hulya Torun
Postdoctoral Scholar, Neurology and Neurological Sciences
BioHulya Torun is a postdoctoral fellow at Stanford Neurology and Neurological Sciences, continuing her specialization in Biomedical Sciences and Engineering. Her focus involves brain aging & neurodegeneration and Raman spectroscopy-based diagnostic technologies for the precise detection of brain tumors. Hulya is dedicated to making significant contributions to medicine through translational research. She has published in esteemed journals, including 'Advanced Devices & Instrumentation' and 'Small.' Notably, she has been selected as Stanford Representative for a Pediatric Brain Tumor Fellowship Application, a finalist for the Stanford Biodesign MEDTech Spectrum Grant, and the recipient of the OPTICA Zuegel Scholarship, ISEV 2024 International Researcher Award, 1st place in KUIMPACT 2023 Patent Competition, SNO 2023 International Scholar Award, 3rd place in KUIMPACT 2021 Patent Competition, and SPIE Student Travel Grant, underscoring her commitment to impactful research.
Beyond her academic pursuits, Hulya actively engages in mentorship programs, notably serving as a mentor in the Stanford Canary CREST Program, supported by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she guides undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, she holds the esteemed position of President of Stanford Optical Society after her former position as the Co-Chair of the Stanford University Photonics Retreat (SUPR 2024), showcasing her leadership capabilities within the academic community. Her multidimensional engagement, strong research acumen, and dedication to advancing healthcare technology underscore her potential as a future leader in the realm of neuroengineering. Outside of her research endeavors, Hulya is an avid participant in professional extracurricular activities such as dancing and volleyball, reflecting her well-rounded approach to personal and professional development. -
Artem A. Trotsyuk, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Scholar, Biomedical Ethics
BioDr. Artem A. Trotsyuk is a fellow with the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics. He completed his PhD in Bioengineering and Masters in Computer Science with an AI specialization at Stanford University under the supervision of Dr. Geoffrey Gurtner in the Department of Surgery. He was co-advised by Dr. Zhenan Bao in the Department of Chemical Engineering alongside Dr. Russ Altman and Dr. Michael Snyder. His thesis focused on developing a smart bandage that implements a closed-loop AI processing system for sensing and therapeutic delivery into a wound bed. His current work focuses on evaluating unintended consequences of AI in biomedicine, and developing mitigation frameworks.
