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Mina Saeidian

Health Sciences Researcher
exploring where science meets technology

Health Economics Neuroscience Co-Founder, Stoop Inc. HBSc, University of Toronto
Mina Saeidian

The Short Version

I'm a health sciences graduate from the University of Toronto with research experience in nutritional epidemiology, health economics, and neuroscience. I've worked on clinical trials at St. Michael's Hospital, supported families at the Odette Cancer Centre, and investigated neural circuits in REM sleep at the Peever Lab, doing everything from systematic reviews to hands-on optogenetics.

Outside the lab, I co-founded Stoop Inc., an app promoting furniture reuse in Toronto communities, and presented it at Collision 2024. Building a product from idea to launch taught me how technology can scale impact, and I'm excited about the space where health innovation and tech intersect.

I'm currently exploring roles in health tech, clinical research, digital health, and biotech. I want to combine my science background with real-world problem-solving.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Science

University of Toronto, 2020 - 2025

Double Major: Human Biology & Animal Physiology
Minor: Immunology

Clinical Experience

3+ years

across Sunnybrook and Odette Cancer Centre

Certifications

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
CPR/BLS Certified
Animal Handling & CL2
Research Ethics (TCPS 2)

Two Research Threads

Nutrition & Health Economics

Dr. Laura Chiavaroli Lab

University of Toronto & St. Michael's Hospital

Jan 2024 - May 2025

  • Conducted a systematic review and health economic analysis of plant-based protein diets (UROP-funded)
  • Contributed to the NutriFlow clinical trial, designing participant materials and compiling a Portfolio Diet cookbook
  • Collaborating on manuscript preparation examining dietary interventions and cardiovascular disease outcomes
Neuroscience

Dr. Peever Lab

Dr. Peever Lab, University of Toronto

May 2024 - Jun 2025

  • Investigated hippocampal theta activity during REM sleep in rodent models
  • Performed viral injections, perfusions, brain slicing, and tissue mounting for analysis
  • Fabricated custom headplugs for data collection and conducted optogenetics experiments
  • Analyzed data using advanced microscopy and image analysis techniques

Healthcare Experience

Genetic Counseling Assistant

May 2022 - May 2024

Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Health Sciences

Supported genetic counselors in oncology care by constructing patient pedigrees and guiding families through hereditary cancer risk assessments. Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams over two years.

Symptom Screening Assistant

Dec 2021 - Oct 2022

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Conducted symptom screenings for chemotherapy patients during COVID-era clinical protocols. Assisted clinical teams in monitoring and supporting patient well-being during active cancer treatment.

Stoop Inc.

Co-Founder & R&D Lead 2023 - Present

Stoop is an eco-friendly furniture-reuse platform launched on the iOS App Store, connecting Toronto communities with free second-hand items left on sidewalks.

The idea came from personal experience. When I first arrived in Toronto, I furnished my living spaces with items other people left on the curb. Stoop turns that into something intentional, helping low-income and transitional housing communities access what they need while reducing waste.

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Presented at Collision 2024, one of North America's largest tech conferences

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Launched on the iOS App Store

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Advancing a circular economy for urban communities

Visit stoopinc.com

Honours & Awards

2024

Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP)

University of Toronto

Funded to conduct independent research in the health economic analysis of plant-based protein diets

2023

Isabel Bader In-Course Scholarship III

Victoria College, University of Toronto

Awarded for high academic achievement among students who maintained an A average

2022

Anne O'Keefe Memorial Bursary

University of Toronto

Recognized for exceptional volunteer involvement

2021

Victoria College Grant

Victoria College, University of Toronto

Awarded for outstanding academic performance in genetics and physiology

Let's Talk

I'm currently exploring opportunities in health tech, clinical research, digital health, and biotech. If you think there's a fit, I'd love to hear from you.