Dr. Stephanie Au-Young completed her PhD studies in the esteemed Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences at McMaster University, where she honed her expertise in molecular and cellular biology. Following her doctoral studies, she pursued a Post-doctoral Fellowship at the Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute, a leading centre for biomedical research, where she deepened her knowledge and further developed her expertise in advanced medical sciences and clinical applications. Building on this academic foundation, she earned her degree as a Clinical Research Associate and currently serves as a key member of the NeoNs Lab. In this capacity, she coordinates a wide array of research studies, spanning Neurology, Cardiology, Neonatology and Psychology. Her responsibilities include overseeing study-related procedures, compliance with research ethics, and managing study recruitment efforts. Her current research endeavours are focused on enhancing neurodevelopmental outcomes for children born prematurely or with congenital heart disease.