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California, United States

California, United States

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

- Assist with developing a highly multiplexed digital PCR assay to detect DNA methylation biomarkers- Design protocols increase droplet stability during chip loading and melt- Testing how different oils, surfactants, and master mixes effect droplet stability- Analyzing chips after melt to determine if a sample is positive for cancer

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

- Follow protocols to make chips using PDMS and metal wafers in clean room- Use made chips to run samples using high resolution melt and droplet PCR- Internal testing to determine best wafer design to stabilize droplets- Analyze high resolution melt results to determine methylated DNA samples- Produce wafers using chromatography and exposure

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

- Creating a multiplexed testing device to test multiple pathogens with one saliva sample- Involved with creating protocols and running protocols to verify and validate biochemistry side- Design DNA sequences on Benchling- Take lead to apply for business plan competitions - Received $3,000 for Summer Bridge Fund given by Design Team Program to allow team members to continue this project during summer of 2023- Received VentureWell E-team program receiving $5,000 in funding. Attended workshop in Boston to engage with mentors to further specify our product market and also engage with other startup founders- Accepted into FastForward U Spark Accelerator and Audience Choice Award totaling in $1K in non-dilutive funding- 2024 Baylor New Venture Competition Top 50 Teams- Accepted into FastForward U Fuel Accelerator and $5K in non-dilutive funding- Received Venture Well Propel Program and $20K in non-dilutive funding

- Develop content calendar for Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter to post twice a week on platforms by interviewing students in program to attract prospective students, talent, and other academia.- Design flyers and infographics using Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Indesign, and Adobe Fireworks ensuring follows JHU branding guidelines.- Analyze info-session feedback surveys to find target keywords interesting prospective students and implementing them in marketing strategy.- Market Johns Hopkins Design Competition and increased number of applicants by 130%

United States

- Founder of AC Singatures making handmade Spotify Plaques- Accumulated 847 sales from July 2020 to June 2021- Launch 33 original products and produce all orders by hand.- Negotiate with suppliers for materials used to produce products.- Ensure high product quality resulting in customer satisfaction and 250 five-star average item review.- Establish social media presence on Pinterest leading to 304.9k monthly views on Pinterest.- Resolve customer issues such as lost packages, damaged products due to shipping, and answer customer inquiries.

Massachusetts, United States

- Organize timeline and tasks for Valley Christian’s DECA ChapterValley Christian Mock Conference: - Scheduled students competitors to present their two presentations, ensuring no scheduling conflicts.- Spearheaded an efficient process to tabulate student tests, roleplays, and written report scores for 120 competitors in under one hour.- Worked with parents to recruit judges to judge student presentations.- Delivered a “Judge Training” to judges to ensure judging consistency, rubric usage, expected professionalism, and constructive criticism.- Awarded top placing students with AC Signature designed acrylic awards and trophy customization (budget friendly and high quality). Silicon Valley District Career Development Conference:- Worked with parents to coordinate a streamlined check-in process for the conference.- Discuss logistics, budgeting, and preferences for meals to satisfy DECA Chapter.

- Produced a solution to decrease biofilm formation on CVC hemodialysis catheters using antifouling materials and animal-inspired textures.- Worked with a team of 4 and had the guidance of mentors- Reached out to people in the industry (such as professionals from Montana State University, UCSF, UC Berkeley, nephrologists, and surgeons) in order to get primary market research

- Review volunteer applications, reach other to people who are interested in business- Help with curriculum creation and proofread volunteer curriculums

Remote

- Worked alongside the Fiveable team to develop a social network space for high school students to engage, share content, and empower each other. - Supported product development with targeted feedback on user flows, wireframes, and shipped features. Contributed to the Fiveable content library with original curated content. Collaborated with teams weekly to create pitch decks and build upon project ideas.

- CEO of Tutoring Redefined, a startup created by a group of classmates and I- Tutoring Redefined was built on the mission of redefining the way tutoring works and making learning an enjoyable process. - With this, we provide children a head start on their journey of education and motivate them to finish our four-year curriculum. - Our curriculum covers K-8 material for subjects math and reading. Along with these core subjects, we provide a personal finance program that allows children to learn how to budget and handle money in order to succeed in the real world.

Sunnyvale, California, United States

- Welcomed students into the center and assisted students with math and reading worksheets. - Answered parent questions regarding student schedules. - Compiled student homework packets according to instructor lesson plan.

Bachelor'S Degree, Bioengineering And Biomedical Engineering

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: DECA, Badminton Top 5% of graduating class

Precollege Program: Your Genes, Your Chromosomes

Biomedical Engineering Innovation