Shelley has a Bachelor of Science, Honors degree in Cell and Molecular biology, with a minor in criminology, from Simon Fraser University. She has over 12 years of experience as a clinical research coordinator in respiratory medicine, oncology, endocrinology and orthopedic trauma and maintains an active designation as a Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP). Shelley’s continuing education includes a Research Administration Certificate from Mohawk College and a Micro-Certificate in Regulatory Affairs from the University of British Columbia (UBC).

Shelley works with Principal Investigators and Industry Sponsors to evaluate and assess clinical trials for feasibility and implementation at the Centre for Lung Health. She is the primary industry contact for pharmaceutical/industry inquiries and facilitates study start-up activities for VGH’s Respiratory Division. Shelley establishes and maintains Industry partnerships, communication with research teams, researchers and sponsors and ensures site compliance with regulatory guidelines. She has experience working on industry-sponsored, investigator-initiated and grant-funded studies and has provided support to UBC’s Clinical Research Ethics Board for the ethical review of studies in a variety of therapeutic areas. She possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in regulatory submissions, Heath Canada’s Special Access Program, site /institutional compliance requirements, contract reviews, budget negotiations, protocol development and research ethics.

Amin Adibi is a disease modeller and statistical researcher at the Respiratory Evaluation Sciences Program in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of British Columbia and Legacy for Airway Health. He is also a health economics consultant for the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health.

In his research, Amin uses health economics, applied statistics, and machine learning techniques to predict prognosis of lung conditions, improve clinical decision-making, and evaluate potential harms and benefits of various healthcare policies. Amin is an advocate for open science and a co-founder of the Peer Models Network, a healthcare modelling accessibility initiative that empowers clinicians, scientists, and patients to access and evaluate healthcare models. Amin holds an MSc degree in biomedical engineering from the University of Calgary.

Dr. Stephanie Harvard is a Research Associate at Legacy for Airway Health in the UBC Division of Respiratory Medicine. She holds a joint Ph.D. from the UBC School of Population and Public Health (Vancouver) and Université Pierre et Marie Curie École doctorale Pierre Louis de Santé Publique (Paris) and has expertise in health economics, values in science and modelling, patient-oriented research and knowledge translation. She is co-founder of the Peer Models Network (PMN), a healthcare modelling accessibility initiative that empowers clinicians, scientists, and patients to access and evaluate healthcare models, and she has produced a variety of educational videos available on the PMN YouTube page. Her recent work can be read in Pharmacoeconomics, Social Science and Medicine, The Kennedy Institute of Ethics Journal, and Applied Health Economics and Health Policy. 

Dr. AJ Hirsch Allen is a Biostatistician and Research Associate affiliated with the Lung Centre and Legacy for Airway Health. AJ studied sleep disorders and their impact on public health with the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia for fifteen years prior to moving to Legacy for Airway Health. AJ received his Ph.D. in Experimental Medicine from the University of British Columbia where he studied the impact of sleep apnea on occupational injuries. AJ received his MPH from the Global Health Program at Simon Fraser University and his BASc from McGill University where he studied Biochemistry.

Ronda Pfleger is an Administrative Assistant with Legacy for Airway Health.  She is responsible for administering the organization’s operational procedures and providing assistance to team members with their project planning. Her background in diverse sectors has lead to her successfully implementing procedures in the areas of research and innovation, corporate finance, and governmental affairs. Her interests include fitness classes at the gym; HIIT, Zumba, and spinning along with swimming in the pool and competing in open water events.

Megan is a research assistant with the Legacy for Airway Health team, where she is engaged in various projects focused on patient partnerships and knowledge translation. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Psychology (Honours) from UBC, which provides her with a unique perspective on the interplay between physical and mental wellness.

Before her role in research, Megan spent over five years as a kinesiologist in a sports and orthopedic physiotherapy clinic. There, she worked with a diverse patient population, including highly competitive athletes, post-operative patients, and individuals managing chronic conditions. This experience has fueled her passion for evidence-based practice and improving patient care.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Megan enjoys staying active and exploring the outdoors, reflecting her belief in the importance of physical health and well-being.