About NF Simplified
Our Mission
NF Simplified is dedicated to making scientific research more accessible and understandable for individuals and families affected by neurofibromatosis (NF1, NF2) and schwannomatosis.
We believe everyone deserves access to clear, reliable information about the latest advances in NF research. By sharing simplified and accurate summaries of scientific findings, we aim to empower the NF community to make informed decisions, stay updated on medical progress, and feel connected to the breakthroughs shaping their care.
Our Team
We are a passionate, volunteer-led team of scientists, clinicians, developers, and advocates working together to bridge the gap between research and the NF community.
Core Team
Kyle Wan
Founder & Lead
Committed to building a user-friendly platform to help researchers share clear, accurate summaries with the NF community.
Vanessa Merker, Ph.D.
Faculty Advisor
Assistant Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Specializes in patient-centered research and improving care in Neurofibromatosis and related conditions.
Roxana Daneshjou, MD Ph.D.
Faculty Advisor
Assistant Professor of Biomedical Data Science, Stanford University. Specializes in building Fair and trustworthy AI for healthcare.
Scientific Contributors
We're a growing network of scientists who volunteer to edit article summaries and share the amazing research being done in Neurofibromatosis and Schwannomatosis with the community.
Get Involved
NF Simplified is 100% volunteer-led, and we're always looking for passionate people to join us! Whether you're into web development, research, database management, design, or community outreach—there's a place for you on our team.
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Community Supporters
We're proud to work alongside and be supported by organizations dedicated to the NF community:
