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Melek Firat Altay
City coordinator
I am a neurobiologist and postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University. My current work focuses on modulating immune responses to alleviate Alzheimer's disease pathology. I am passionate about science communication and thrilled to be part of the Pint of Science team at Stanford!
Tamara Kohler
Event manager
I'm a postdoc in the Computer Science department researching quantum computing
Izabela Kowalczyk
Event manager
I am a postdoctoral research fellow at Stanford University, exploring the complexities of early embryonic development, with a focus on heart valve development and the influence of maternal environmental factors on heart valve defects. Recently moved to the Bay Area, I'm excited to join Pint of Scien…
Bilge Kucukdogan
Event manager
I am the finance and operations coordinator of the Stanford Archaeology Center. My research focuses on the site management practices of World Heritage Sites and disaster risk management for tangible cultural heritage. I love expanding my knowledge in science and I am very excited to be part of the P…
Elena Monti
Event manager
I am a postdoctoral research fellow at Stanford University school of Medicine in the Dept. of Microbiology and Immunology. I work on skeletal muscle alterations with aging and disuse in mice and human patients' muscle biopsies, as well as on theraphies to counteract muscle atrophy and weakness that …
Dario Pfyffer
Event manager
I’m a postdoc at Stanford Medicine’s Pain Division, studying neural mechanisms of chronic pain in fibromyalgia with functional neuroimaging. Outside the MRI scanner, I love hiking, biking, and science outreach. Excited to bring Pint of Science to Palo Alto and spark engaging discussions with the com…
Csenge Rezi
Event manager
I'm a postdoc at Stanford studying the molecular mechanisms of the primary cilium and its role in pancreatic cells. Newly in the Bay Area, I'm excited to connect and share my love for science! In my free time, I enjoy the outdoors, exploring nature, and practicing endurance sports.
Antonio Tomasso
Event manager
I'm a postdoctoral scholar uncovering the body's latent potential to heal itself. By identifying key therapeutic targets, I aim to unlock new ways to stimulate tissue regeneration and enhance organ repair
Qing (Andie) Zhang
Event manager
I am a postdoc in Bioengineering at Stanford University, bridging engineering, physics and biology to reveal nature’s patterns and spark solutions to ecological issues. Off the lab bench, you'll find me playing basketball or hiking.