Senior Innovation Analyst

Veronica works in the intersection between accessibility and healthcare through the fields of human-centered design, user experience/user interface (UX/UI) design, and information visualization. Her recent work focuses on the design of frameworks for developing customizable assistive technologies for people with disabilities, reimagining healthcare, and the use of technology to improve the provider-patient relationship. She is passionate about the use of technology and design for social good.

Doctoral Student

Katerina is a student in the Population Health PhD Training Program at the Vilcek Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences. She holds a BA in psychology from Hunter College and an MS in healthcare policy and research from Cornell University. Katerina’s research interests center on leveraging digital health interventions to bridge gaps in care, enhance patient-provider communication, and promote inclusivity and accessibility. In her free time, she loves going to the theater, walking around New York City, and gardening.

Administrative Assistant

Mariana graduated from New York University with a degree in Biosocial Health and Psychology and a minor in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Studies. Before joining HiBRID Lab, she led qualitative projects at IDEAs Lab, supporting studies researching tobacco cessation in vulnerable populations. She also worked at BlueNalu as a Communications and Research Fellow, where she worked on the company's sustainability benchmarks as well as conducted research to analyze public perceptions of cell-cultivated meat and formulated recommendations for targeted messaging campaigns. In her free time, she enjoys playing the guitar, cycling, and reading.

Data Science Analyst

Ji is a data scientist at the HiBRID Lab. He completed his PhD at NYU Langone’s Vilcek Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences in 2021. His dissertation research focused on reducing alert fatigue of clinical providers from clinical decision support systems in the electronic health record using machine learning. His current research interests include improving the digital experience of clinical providers and patients and various health care problems utilizing machine learning approaches.

UX Designer

April is a user experience designer on the FuturePractice team, working to envision the future of healthcare. She has a background in interaction design, cognitive science, and digital media studies, with a MFA from the School of Visual arts and BS from Northwestern University. In her free time she enjoys watching movies, making art, and visiting museums.

Experience Designer

Ariel is an industrial designer, researcher, and strategist. His work spans across healthcare, civic infrastructure, education, and retail and consumer products. Before joining NYU Langone, Ariel consulted with personal care startups like Quip and Supergoop. He is passionate about exploring spatial design solutions that can create more equitable futures and inclusive care models. Ariel holds a B.S. in Industrial Design from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He also has a certificate in Human Centered Healthcare from Parsons School of Design. In his spare time, he loves to travel, go fishing, and experiment behind a grill.

Data Analyst

Betty earned her MS in Biostatistics from New York University, and a BS in Nutritional Science from the University of British Columbia. She is passionate about digital health and healthcare innovation to improve care in marginalized populations. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, baking, spending time in nature, exploring the New York City food scene, and skiing.

Intern

Jackson is a rising senior at Cornell University majoring in operations research and information engineering. He is passionate about understanding how technology can be used to improve the quality and delivery of healthcare, as well as the patient and physician experience. In his free time, he enjoys sailing, hiking, and skiing.

Senior Engineer

Javier earned his BS in computer and automatic control systems from the School of Electrical Engineering at Central University of Las Villas in Santa Clara, Cuba. Previously, Javier worked in the fintech, education, digital media, and health tech industries as a software engineer and architect, focused on designing highly scalable and resilient systems. He is passionate about technology and a believer in education as a driver of software quality and innovation.

Research Data Associate

Natalie completed her MPH at the Yale School of Public Health in 2022, with a focus in chronic disease epidemiology and data modeling. In addition to her interests in disease prevention and digital health, she is interested in the intersections between human health and environmental health, especially as they pertain to global food systems. In her free time, she enjoys spending time in Central Park, reading, or watching the Great British Baking Show.

Innovation Analyst

Vasu is a Service Designer and Researcher with a background in data science and software development, working with NYU Langone’s FuturePractice to survey patient and provider needs to develop cutting edge healthcare service experiences. He received an MS in Integrated Design & Media from NYU Tandon and previously worked at the National Institutes of Health as a bioinformatician, building COVID data pipelines and studying primary immunodeficiencies. Outside of work, Vasu likes to sing, draw, and nerd out about urban planning.

Program Manager

Jenny oversees the strategy and operations of HiBRID Lab’s research portfolio. Previously, she worked for Noom in the Growth team, and she also led the launch of Innovation Centers at the United Nations (UNDP) and Hospital for Special Surgery. She received her MPP from Harvard Kennedy School and her BS from Northwestern University. Outside of work, she can be found exploring the New York City dining scene.

Research Data Associate

Defne received her MPH in social and behavioral sciences from the Yale School of Public Health in 2023. She completed concentrations in global health and maternal and child health promotion. Defne is passionate about improving equitable access to healthcare globally and domestically. She is also interested in studying the ways patients make evidence informed decisions about their healthcare. Outside of work, she enjoys going to art museums and trying new restaurants.

Senior Innovation Analyst

Son is multidisciplinary experience design technologist and HCI (human–computer interaction) researcher, with a background in business analytics and operations management. He is also a design researcher and prototyper at NYU Langone’s FuturePractice, focusing on mixed user research methodologies while designing innovative solutions to inspire a better future of healthcare delivery and experience.

Senior Research Coordinator

Tiffany graduated from New York University with a dual degree in Global Public Health and anthropology. Before joining HiBRID Lab, she supported the implementation of the Financial Incentives for Weight Reduction Study for the MOTIVATE Research Lab, and also worked as a field representative for SAHA Global.

Doctoral Student

John is a population health PhD student at Vilcek Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences. He holds a bachelor’s degree in biomedical informatics from CUNY New York City College of Technology and a master’s degree in health informatics from Cornell University. His current research is centered on advancing the field of study pertaining to technology utilization among vulnerable patient population groups, with a particular focus on hypertension management among vulnerable groups who use remote patient monitoring.

Harkness Fellow in Healthcare Policy and Practice

Before joining the HiBRID Lab, Laure was head of the Healthcare Policy Program at Institut Montaigne, where she directed numerous initiatives and studies related to digital innovation. At the HiBRID Lab, she contributes to projects on remote patient monitoring. She is also associated with the Bipartisan Policy Center. Laure earned a BA in philosophy from the University of Paris Nanterre, and a BA in political science and an MSc in economics from Sciences Po Paris.

Project Manager

Nicole has worn many hats across different roles in healthcare and found her passion within digital health. She previously managed a remote patient monitoring program focused on chronic disease management and digital health equity for patients. She previously studied at New York University and earned her MPH with a focus in Epidemiology. Outside of work, she enjoys playing soccer, exploring different national parks, and spending quality time with her husband and two dogs.

Innovation Manager

Steve Robinson is a human-centered designer with over 15 years of experience. Before joining NYU Langone Health, he co-founded two NYC-based startups, designed for MTV Networks, and consulted for many other clients. He has a background in fine art, with an MFA from the Yale School of Art and a BFA from Cornell University, and has shown his artworks in the United States and in Europe. Raised in Montana, he can still speak slowly after four cups of coffee.

Innovation Manager

Sarah is passionate about shaping 2050 by prioritizing equity and people-centricity, especially in her role as innovation manager on the FuturePractice team. Her sought-after innovation expertise has supported top brands over her decade-long tenure, primarily in the pharmaceutical and technology industry. Sharif is trusted to deliver on high-stakes strategic foresight, design thinking, and early-stage innovation projects. Her innovation impact and skills have earned her awards with organizations such as Vogue Business and prestigious keynote speaking engagements at Oxford University, SXSW, and Innovate South. Sharif holds a BS in biological sciences, an MA in communications, and certificates from Harvard University, Institute for the Future, HEC Paris, and the Copenhagen Business School.

Research Data Associate

Amelia completed both a master of management in clinical informatics and BA from Duke University, completing all of the pre-medical requirements. She is interested in digital health, including patient communities, and has a passion for the intersection between informatics and women’s health. Amelia was a four-year captain of the Duke women’s rowing team. In her free time, she loves to cook, run, and explore new places to eat.

Senior Innovation Manager

Kerilyn manages NYU Langone’s FuturePractice innovation lab and is a product strategist who bridges the gap between innovation concepts and minimum viable product delivery. Previously, she led product management for a startup in the elderly care space and spearheaded concepting and development of a wellbeing app at a weight loss company. Outside of work, she enjoys writing poetry, practicing meditation, and attending modern dance performances.

Project Manager

Sumaiya manages research studies in digital health and healthcare system redesign where she applies her background in epidemiology, research methods, project management, and oversees the implementation for research. She serves as a liaison between all key research stakeholders including multidisciplinary teams, clinicians, and research participants to move projects forward. In her spare time, she enjoys photography and watching Korean dramas.

Data Analyst

Chelsea earned her MS in applied health informatics at Stony Brook University in 2022. Previously, she was at Stony Brook Medicine as part of the data analytics team for the National COVID Cohort Collaborative (N3C). Her research interests include using health technology to address health disparities among vulnerable populations. In her free time, she enjoys knitting, playing video games, and trying new foods.

Associate Research Scientist

Lekha's research interests lie broadly in using behavioral sciences and data analytics to improve health-based decision-making for both patients and providers. Methodologically, she focuses on machine-learning approaches for behavioral prediction and profiling and field-based behavioral experiments like in clinical practices and grocery stores. She first joined HiBRID as a postdoctoral Population Health Science Scholar. Lekha holds PhDs in marketing and neuroscience from INSEAD and Sorbonne Université, respectively, an M.S. in management from INSEAD, and a B.S. from Caltech in applied mathematics and business economics. As part of an Intergovernmental Personnel Agreement Mobility Program, Lekha holds a dual appointment as a data scientist with the U.S. General Service Administration's (GSA) Evaluation Division and Office of Evaluation Sciences, using quantitative approaches to improve federal government operations. Outside of work, she enjoys music, tennis, comedy, and walking around New York City.

Senior Research Coordinator

Lynn received her BA in biological sciences and MPH from Cornell University. Her public health work has focused primarily on food security, food access, public health nutrition, and nutrition-related health problems. Previously, she worked as a graduate research assistant and data analyst on an intervention aimed to reduce childhood obesity and increase fruit and vegetable access through community-supported agriculture. In her free time, she enjoys playing soccer, going to concerts, and watching NCIS.