Dora Il'Yasova, Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

Durham, North Carolina, United States

I am working on cutting-edge cellular technologies and their application to epidemiology, toxicology, and regenerative medicine.

Durham, North Carolina, United States

Duke Cancer Institute, Department of Family & Community HealthAssociate Consultant Professor (2013-present), Associate Professor (2011-2013), and Assistant Professor (2005 - 2011).I was recruited to conduct cancer research, streamline research study management, manuscript publication, and conference leadership, as well as supervise, advise, and coach medical, graduate, and post-graduate students. • Internationally and nationally recognized expert in data collection issue resolution for brain tumor studies. ◦ Pivotal contributor to the Brain Tumor Epidemiological Consortium to consolidate, harmonize, integrate, and share data with over 2 multi-center global studies of brain tumors. ◦ Coordinated materials distribution on brain tumor risk factors to promote knowledge share.• Administered full life cycle project management of epidemiological studies on glioma. ◦ Selected and trained 15 research team members. Integrated data collection infrastructure and instruments. Advised on IT system development to accurately monitor data collection. ◦ Designed and tracked informatics targets spanning clinical, lab, and questionnaire data.• Authored and co-authored 43 manuscripts for scientific publication, as well as 1 book chapter.• Introduced original hypothesis interpreting the connection between metabolism and systemic F2-isoprostane levels.• Deployed the first oxidative stress clinical model using chemotherapy treatment with Doxorubicin.• Member of the core faculty tasked to develop curriculum, courses in population science, and training modules for the postdoctoral program.• Used custom custom-validated panel to unearth sharp variances in individual responses to oxidative stress. ◦ Shed light on resilience to drug-induced toxicities, environmental pollutants, and ionizing radiation.• Forged and fostered groundbreaking collaborations and partnerships with leading epidemiologists across the U.S. and around the globe in the study of rare cancers.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

I served as a dynamic strategist and overseer of epidemiological research studies, including data analysis, publication, and relationship management with strategic partners, and subject matter experts (SMEs). I collaborated with industry SMEs in AI analysis to brainstorm new approaches to analyzing Medicare data.• Led, equipped, and empowered analytical team members that performed outstanding data analysis, and positioning studies for scientific publication and presentation.• Developed and introduced 2 new lines of research regarding long Covid-19 in minority populations.• Outlined and strategized new research studies to include minority groups in preclinical studies.

Albany, New York Metropolitan Area

At MTX, I was a proactive leader of epidemiological research, with an emphasis on information technology utilization in public health information systems. I leveraged national health information systems to resolve key public health issues/problems. I was tapped to consult on the utilization of blockchain solutions in public health informatics to solve data privacy issues.• Directed, motivated, and mentored 10 cross-functional team members.• Published 12 manuscripts derived from research within 2 years.• Advanced the utilization and dissemination of public health data systems through the National Emergency Medical Services Medical System, NEMIS, tracking emerging trends in non-fatal opioid events.• Assisted in the creation and implementation of the Covid-19 Vaccine Management System. ◦ Emphasized electronic media and electronic data interchange.• Trusted advisor on health informatics from the ClinicalTrials.gov system.• Subject Matter Expert (SME) on utilizing electronic clinical records in forecasting patient deterioration.• Collaborated with the NC Central Cancer Registry to improve informatics best practices. ◦ Developed conceptual framework and outlined the approach to identifying uncertainties in the cancer surveillance data stream. ◦ Outlined how uncertainties in the cancer surveillance data stream affect citizens' trust in cancer epidemiology results.

Atlanta, Ga

At GSU, I prepared and delivered engaging course materials, curricula, lesson plans, examinations, and syllabi. I performed research, attended and presented at conferences, served on leadership committees, and published manuscripts. I also supported new faculty recruitment, onboarding, ongoing training, and professional development.• Instructed 4 courses and over 200 students during the role. ◦ Inspired, advised, and mentored 30 graduate students and Teaching Assistants (TAs).• Pioneered a model based on circulating progenitor cells that enables the study of individual responses to harmful environmental conditions, exposure, and elements.• Published 40 manuscripts and 1 book chapter. ◦ Received 1 patent and presented results at 15 seminars and conferences.• Used the National Cancer Surveillance to advocate for the use of national health data systems.

Winston-Salem, North Carolina Area

Health Sciences - Department of Cancer BiologyAssistant Professor (2003 - 2005) & Post-doctoral Fellow (2001 - 2003) I conducted research and analysis in cancer etiology and chronic disease epidemiology. Additionally, I supported new faculty recruitment and departmental growth. I was an engaging educator to medical students.• Led research in three areas: ◦ Biomarkers of Oxidative Status in chronic disease epidemiology ◦ Toxic metals in cancer etiology ◦ Subclinical inflammation in cancer etiology• Authored 11 manuscripts for publication and presented them at several conferences.• Selected for leadership to multiple institutional committees.

Mph, Phd, Epidemiology

Doctoral Program, Nutrition

Master Of Science (M.S.), Biochemistry