Bio
Dr. Gabdank is a Senior Biocuration Scientist with the Lattice team, where his research interests focus on advancing computational genomics through data-driven portfolio management and strategic decision-making frameworks. His work involves developing data standards and assessment methodologies that optimize research impact and guide investment strategies in genomics initiatives. This includes facilitating cross-functional collaborations between researchers and federal agencies, overseeing computational genomics programs, and leading the development of data pipelines and curation standards. Before joining Lattice, Idan served as Program Director at the National Human Genome Research Institute and Director of Data Science at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he provided strategic oversight for multi-institutional genomics consortia, including the ENCODE and IGVF consortia. Idan received his PhD in Bioinformatics from Ben Gurion University of the Negev, specializing in computational approaches to genomic data analysis and standardization.
Current Role at Stanford
Manage data wrangling and curation for innovative cutting-edge single cell and CRISPR screen experiments within the Billion Cell Project funded by CZI, serving as a key member of the Lattice team at Stanford working in close collaboration with CZI and academy labs to ensure standardized data processing and quality control across high-throughput experimental datasets. Integrate AI tools and automate cloud-based pipelines for data validation and curation, streamlining quality assurance processes and reducing manual oversight requirements while maintaining data integrity standards.
