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Zahra Cooper is a Research Officer and Project Coordinator at the Perron Institute for Neurological Translational Science. She is currently managing major initiatives including the GENE-YD and PGx-ADAPT studies, focusing on personalizing mental health treatment for youth through pharmacogenetics. Zahra's postgraduate studies have explored the complexities of patient engagement, leading to an inclusive, community-centered approach in health research. With experience working in culturally and linguistically diverse communities, she has developed strong capabilities in co-designing qualitative research, conducting randomized controlled trials, and performing psychological assessments. Her research sits at the intersection of patient engagement, health services research, and implementation science, specifically aimed at improving personalized medicine innovations through pharmacogenetics. Throughout her career, Zahra has effectively managed large multidisciplinary teams, coordinated complex clinical health research projects, and built robust stakeholder relationships across sector partnerships. Her work is guided by a commitment to culturally informed research practices that foster improved health equity and translational outcomes. Zahra is particularly dedicated to embedding patient and community voices in research, ensuring that it is grounded in lived experiences to facilitate meaningful, sustained change.
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