Tzu-Yen Huang

As a clinical otolaryngologist specializing in laryngology and head and neck surgery, with a background in biological science and technology, my passion lies in transforming the latest biotechnological research findings into practical clinical devices or practices. This endeavor aims to assist patients in their treatment, improve their health and restore their quality of life.

My research interest focuses on the assessment of voice changes that occur in patients with head and neck tumors after surgery, and the provision of appropriate voice therapy and rehabilitation to improve their functionality. Recent breakthroughs in deep learning and voice database technologies provide an excellent opportunity to develop new tools for voice reconstruction after surgery in patients with head and neck tumors. These tools will enable patients to achieve a high-quality voice with simple input steps, preserve the uniqueness of their voice, and enable them to convey tone and emotion through speech, which will undoubtedly improve their quality of life.

Professor Edward J. Damrose and his team at Stanford University have extensive research in laryngology, which is very close to my research topic. The resources and supportive startup environment at the university will be instrumental in making research breakthroughs. It will also help me expand my horizon and understand the role of surgeons in innovating new technologies.