Margaret M Byrne, PhD
Principal Investigator
My main research interests focus on how to help individuals make the best decision for themselves in situations where there is no one right answer. Specific areas that I’ve done the most work in include participation in cancer clinical trials and lung cancer screening. In addition, I collaborate extensively on cost assessment/cost effectiveness research that crosses many different health care areas. Outside of work, my favorite activities include: skydiving; being outside, especially on the water; reading work and non-work related books; and spending time with my friends of both the human and feathered variety.
A direct link to my bibliography on PubMed can be found here.
Deanna Witte, MSMS
Research Study Specialist
I began my research career at Moffitt Cancer Center in the neuro-oncology clinic in August 2022 as a Research Coordinator with the Caregiver Assistance through Resources, Information, and Navigation Guide in Neuro-Oncology (CARING) and Total Cancer Care (TCC) studies following an extensive career in clinical medicine. I earned my Bachelor of Music in 2016 at Wheaton College and my Master of Science in Medical Sciences at the University of South Florida in 2019. Moffitt has nurtured wonderful growth in my professional development. I now serve as NTRO Research Study Specialist managing portfolios for Dr. Byrne and the Neuro TCC studies, facilitating and leading research projects and mentoring team members.
Kiran Singh
Intern
I joined the “Flamboyance Lab” in March 2025. I was born and raised in Virginia, graduating from Jamestown High School in 2023. I am a dedicated Biomedical Sciences major in the University of South Florida’s Honors College and expect my degree in May 2026. I have a passion for medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes through rigorous academic training in addition to hands-on experience. I have experience in labs, shadowing, leadership, and clinical volunteering. I am eager to contribute to healthcare solutions and develop essential skills for a future in medicine. In my spare time I enjoy dogs, horse riding, going to the beach, yoga, and working out.
Cayley McCloskey
Intern
I had the opportunity to join the Flamboyance Lab in the summer of 2025. I am a rising 4th year student from the University of South Florida with the aims of pursuing a career in medicine. My interest in neuro-oncology began when I first started working at Moffitt Cancer Center as a Nursing Assistant in 2023, where I saw how cancer impacted more than physical abilities. I learned that cancer has far reaching impacts on personality and quality of life. In 2024, I had the privilege to participate in research as a student intern in the ENCOURAGE program at Moffitt. This research led me to interest in the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior (HOB), as I wanted to understand how cancer impacted quality of life. I hope to continue this work in the Flamboyance Lab. During my free time, you can often find me engaged in student life at the University of South Florida! I enjoy rowing and running for the university’s club teams, playing the violin and singing, and managing and editing a health humanities journal!
Lab Alumni
- Hannah Alex: USF Student Intern (2022-2025)
- Veronica Barrios-Monroy: Research Coordinator (2018-2021), Research Project Specialist (2021-2022)
- Heraldo D’Almeida: Research Project Manager (2019-2021)
- Sophia Diaz-Carraway: Research Coordinator (2023-2024)
- Ryan Hagen: Research Coordinator (2022-2024)
- Jessica McCoy: Research Coordinator (2017-2022)
- Gemini Morales: USF Student Intern (2024)
- Laura Rodriguez: Caregiver Navigator (2019-2022)
- Omarianna Rountree: Caregiver Navigator (2022-2024)
- Rachael Stickler: Research Coordinator (2019-2022)
- Kerie Walters: Caregiver Navigator (2019-2024)
- Arthur Zimmer: UF Student Intern (2023)