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Our Fellows
A chronicle of high agency. The history of the Stoyanova
Fellowship.

2026

2026 Stoyanova Fellow

Justin Tang

For his work in agentic AI architecture and the development of the “Cortex” framework. Justin has demonstrated a singular focus on accelerating human-computer symbiosis, bypassing traditional academic pathways to build production-grade intelligence systems.

Distinguished Scholar

Elizabeth Jone

Recognized for her research in computational biology and protein folding algorithms. Elizabeth’s contributions to the OpenFold initiative impressed the committee with their technical depth.

2025

2025 Stoyanova Fellow

Marcus Chen

Selected for his civic technology initiatives in urban planning. Marcus’s “CitySense” project effectively utilized municipal data to optimize public transit routes in underserved neighbourhoods.

Distinguished Scholar

Sarah LeBlanc

Honoured for her advocacy and policy work regarding digital privacy rights for minors.

2024

2024 Stoyanova Fellow

David O'Connor

For his breakthrough work in solid-state battery electrolytes. David’s research at the University of Waterloo paved the way for more stable energy storage solutions in cold climates.
Distinguished Scholar

Priya Patel

Recognized for her localized supply chain models reducing food waste in Northern Ontario communities.

2023

2023 Stoyanova Fellow

Liam Harper

The inaugural Fellow. Selected for his “Clean Ocean” autonomous drone deployment strategies, which have since been adopted by three provincial conservation authorities.

Distinguished Scholar

Amara Diallo

Distinguished for her work in accessible educational tooling for neurodivergent students

2022

Founding Scholar

Thomas King

A member of the pilot cohort that helped shape the Stoyanova infrastructure. Thomas is now a Rhodes Scholar

The Stoyanova Trust was formally established in 2022
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