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Alaa Talaat Youssef
Postdoctoral Scholar, Radiology
BioDr. Youssef is a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Radiology at Stanford University School of Medicine. She received her Doctor of Philosophy degree in Data Science and Population Health from the Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, Canada in 2021. Her research addresses ethical considerations in AI development, aiming to promote responsible use of AI in healthcare. Using mixed-methods methodologies, she investigates the end-user experience with AI systems, identifying ethical and safety concerns related to integrating AI into clinical workflows. Dr. Youssef leads several AI educational programs and policy initiatives. She co-directs the Stanford AIMI High School Programs, preparing the next generation for careers that intersect AI and medicine. She also serves on several AI policy and education committees across the Stanford School of Medicine.
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Jingru Yu
Postdoctoral Scholar, Pathology
BioJingru Yu, PhD, MPH, is a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Pathology. She is interested in developing early diagnostic tools for brain tumors and other solid tumors using epigenomic data and aims to improve the diagnosis and prognosis of tumors.
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Marwa Zafarullah
Postdoctoral Scholar, Neurology and Neurological Sciences
BioDr. Marwa Zafarullah is a dedicated neuroscientist with extensive interdisciplinary experience spanning over 8 years in clinical and pre-clinical research. She holds a Ph.D. in Integrative Genetics and Genomics (IGG) from the University of California Davis, focusing on neuroscience, human genetics, and functional genomics. Before joining Stanford, Dr. Zafarullah harnessed the power of molecular biology with advanced technologies to delve into biomarkers related to the prediction, development, progression, and severity of Fragile X Syndrome and associated disorders.
Dr. Zafarullah's career journey reflects her commitment to advancing scientific knowledge, improving patient care, and positively impacting society through her research and contributions. She thrives in multi-disciplinary teams, aiming to enhance the quality of life for all individuals affected by various neurological conditions. Beyond her professional endeavors, she enjoys communicating complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences. Her continuous pursuit of excellence and her drive to bridge clinical practice and scientific innovation make her a true trailblazer in the field. -
Cyril Zakka, MD
Postdoctoral Scholar, Cardiothoracic Surgery
Current Research and Scholarly InterestsCyril Zakka's research is primarily focused on building unsupervised deep learning representation learners for use in a variety of medical tasks, such as medical imaging (e.g. cardiac MRIs and echocardiograms), and autonomous robotic surgical systems. He is particularly interested in developing algorithms that augment operating physicians' capabilities in order to improve on patient outcomes post-operatively.
