Our lab
Principal Investigator: Khanh-Van Tran, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
Dr. Tran is a preventive cardiologist and physician-scientist at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School. She earned her MD PhD in the Medical Scientist Training Program at UMass Chan, investigating the development of adipose tissue under Dr. Corvera's mentorship. Following this, she completed her residency and fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease at UMass Chan. During her fellowship, she undertook postdoctoral research training with Dr. Keaney, delving into endothelial response to shear stress. Dr. Tran joined the faculty in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine in 2021. The primary focus of the Tran Lab is to understand the molecular mechanisms by which epicardial adipose tissue contributes to adverse cardiac remodeling and creates substrates for the development of arrhythmias.
Irina Radu MD, MHA
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Tran Lab
Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
Irina is a Romanian cardiologist with a strong cardiovascular research and clinical practice background. She brings a wealth of experience to the Tran Lab's cutting-edge research projects, focusing on advancing patient care and treatment methodologies. She is an enthusiastic team player with a proven ability to foster positive and collaborative relationships within the medical community and with our patients. Her commitment to continuous learning and improvement is also demonstrated by her curiosity and creativity, enhancing our team's desire "to think outside the box."
Taylor Orwig
Clinical Research Coordinator, McManus and Tran Labs
Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
Taylor is a research coordinator with an interest in clinical medicine and digital health. Her goal is to attend graduate school and pursue further clinical research here at UMass. She loves hiking, reading, and exploring new places in New England.
Bernard Ofosuhene
Clinical Research Coordinator, McManus and Tran Labs
Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
Bernard is a clinical research coordinator who is passionate about studying the applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the detection of diseases, particularly cardiovascular diseases. His goal is to become a physician-scientist, focusing on both clinical practice and research. He enjoys playing video games during his leisure time.
David Bunsick
Research Associate II, Tran and Donahue Labs
Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
David is currently working as a Research Associate studying how MI and VT impact adipocyte formation in the heart. He hopes to use his scientific knowledge for intelligence purposes in the U.S military. David completed his MSc at Queen’s University studying Experimental Medicine.
Bella Vogt
Medical student, UMass Chan Medical School
Bella is a current medical student at UMass Chan Medical School, Class of 2027. She is a former physician assistant with experience in cardiac surgery prior to entering medical school. She aspires to be a cardiac anesthesiologist.