Dr.  Zhen-Duan is a clinical psychologist and researcher dedicated to improving health outcomes for underserved communities. Her research and clinical work aim to reduce health disparities and promote culturally- and contextually- informed care. With a community-based approach to all aspects of her work, she demonstrates the importance of making an impact through collaboration.

Dr. Zhen-Duan studies the psychosocial, cultural, and biological factors influencing mental health outcomes. Integrating community-engaged methods ensures that her studies and findings are grounded in the experiences and needs of the communities she serves. Some of her key works focus on how environmental factors interact with biological processes to influence outcomes. Through her research, she prioritizes recruiting and training individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to increase the participation of minorities in the sciences. 

Dr. Zhen-Duan was born in Colombia and raised in Puerto Rico. She obtained a BA in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Puerto Rico and a PhD in Clinical Health Psychology from the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Zhen-Duan completed a clinical internship at Boston University’s Center for Multicultural Psychology Training. She is currently an Assistant Professor at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School.