Our Team

Tiffany Chen

Founder

UCLA Class of 2023, Human Biology & Society

UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, MS4

Saumya Tawakley

Team Advisor

UCLA Class of 2024, Neuroscience

New York Medical College School of Medicine, MS2

Ashley Kim,

Team Advisor

UCLA Class of 2024, Psychobiology

University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, D1

Jane Burgan

Team Advisor

UCLA Class of 2022, Neuroscience

Stony Brook School of Medicine, MS4

Sasha Anand

Team Advisor

UCLA Class of 2024, Microbiology and Immunology

Case Western Reserve School of Medicine, MS2

Pauline Young

Team Advisor

UCLA Class of 2023, Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology

UMass Chan Medical School, MS3

Konmal Ali

Team Advisor

UCLA Class of 2024, Human Biology & Society

UCLA Cross Lab, UCLA CORE Lab

Lucy Yin

Team Advisor

UCLA Class of 2025, Computational and Systems Biology

Stanford Univeristy, Master's of Biomedical Data Science

Dr. Jeff Bronstein

Medical Advisor

Position: Fred Silton Family Chair in Movement Disorders, Professor of Neurology

Dr. Jeff Bronstein received his bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley and his M.D. and Ph.D. from UCLA as a recipient of the Medical Scientist Training Program Award. He completed a residency in Neurology and fellowship training in Movement Disorders at UCLA and at Queen Square in London.

Dr. Bronstein holds the Fred Silton Family Chair in Movement Disorders at UCLA and is a leading researcher in Parkinson's disease. His lab focuses on understanding the causes of Parkinson's disease and developing new treatments. He has been instrumental in advancing research on environmental factors contributing to neurological disorders.

Dr. Jacqueline Chen

Medical Advisor

Dr. Jacqueline Chen is a board-certified podiatric physician specializing in foot and ankle surgery, trauma, fracture care, and reconstruction. She is passionate about patient-centered care, mentorship, and supporting students interested in healthcare, surgery, and community service.

Lee Felsenstein

Engineering Advisor

Background: Computer Engineering Pioneer

Lee Felsenstein is a legendary figure in personal computer history. He was one of the original members of the Homebrew Computer Club and the designer of the Osborne 1, the first mass-produced portable computer.

As an American computer engineer who played a significant role in the development of the personal computer revolution, Lee brings decades of engineering expertise and innovation experience to HAND. His guidance helps students understand how to translate technical ideas into practical solutions for neurological disorders.

Dr. Martin McKeown

Medical Advisor

Position: John L. Nichol Chair in Parkinson's Research, Professor and Head of Division of Neurology, University of British Columbia

Dr. Martin McKeown holds the John L. Nichol Chair in Parkinson's Research and serves as Professor and Head of the Division of Neurology at the University of British Columbia. He is also Director of the Pacific Parkinson's Research Centre.

His research focuses on Parkinson's disease, non-invasive neuromodulation, functional neuroimaging, and AI-informed disease monitoring. Dr. McKeown's expertise in combining clinical neurology with cutting-edge technology makes him an invaluable advisor to HAND's innovation initiatives.

Dr. Ana Luisa Trejos

Engineering Advisor

Position: Associate Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering & Biomedical Engineering, Western University; Canada Research Chair in Wearable Mechatronics

Dr. Ana Luisa Trejos is an Associate Professor with the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the School of Biomedical Engineering at Western University. She holds the Canada Research Chair in Wearable Mechatronics.

Her research focuses on designing novel sensing and actuation components, creating models based on sensed biosignals, and developing intelligent and adaptive wearable mechatronic devices. She is helping people with mobility issues, including those with Parkinson's disease, maintain their independence through innovative wearable technologies.