Shivani Srikanth Email & Phone Number

Boston, MA, US

Studying the impact of varying channel geometries of microfluidics devices on cell flow. Pairing cell flow through microfluidics channels with laser irradiation for streamlined poration. Goal: Maximizing efficiency of cargo delivery and retaining cell viabilityApplications: Drug delivery, Gene therapy, Membrane manipulation Funding: Grant from Harvard.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Fall Term: Completed ray tracing simulation research project that explores the physical impact of shadowing on UV-actuated, liquid crystal elastomer microstructuresLab: Aizenberg--Spring term: Contributed to biomimicry project which explores micropillar arrays used to emulate diffraction found in a butterfly's scent pads. The microstructures of butterfly.

Elected Co President of HUCEG- the largest environmental organization on Harvard's campus, with 200+ active members and multiple diverse projects focused on the clean energy sector

- Board of Directors- Developed and ran equity-centric projects; formed lasting partnerships with state-wide agencies.- Created and led a multi-semester project with MassHousing- Oversaw analysts on the project team who carried out vital research and developed resources for the agency, with a focus on creating an equitable energy transition- Helped.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

- Worked as a market analyst for the Texas-based startup, Elemental Recycling.- Researched and analyzed data around global graphite/graphene market- Reported on material implications of company's projected decisions- Presented regularly to the company CEO with recommendations for maximizing impact and earnings

Member of Board of Directors: working to unite the diverse engineering community on Harvard's campus through carefully organized mentorship programs and events, and by providing pre-professional resources for incoming freshmen and older engineering students alike

Freshman Representative to Diversity Chair

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Worked as an undergrad researcher in the Weitz Lab, developing and testing silk nanoparticles as a method for targeted, cellular drug delivery for use in Covid-19 vaccines, as well as increasing efficacy of lipid vesicles using polymer and sulfate modifications. Secured grant funding from Harvard College Research Programs.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Worked both online and in a corporate office setting.Researched and compiled data and resources around sober living, medical care, and community programming for MassHousing Property Managers

Lynn, Massachusetts, United States

- Taught original/TechBridge engineering curriculum to middle-school aged students as part of Girls' Inc summer program. Curriculum is culturally and racially sensitive in order to spark an interest in technology for underserved youth of color.- Worked full-time (during summers) with girls and gender-expansive youth from underserved communities. - Provided.

- Worked alongside various administrative and community stakeholders within the North Reading Public School district- Developed strategic responses to address the health and wellbeing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on students- Collected and compiled relevant student data and voices around public health, accessibility, mental health and safety concerns

Greater Boston

- Led research on racial profiling, systemic inequity, dismantling discriminatory policies, etc. in Boston's affordable housing sector- Created COVID-19 resources for parents in low income communities

Bioengineering (Environmental/Medical)

Activities and Societies: Harvard Undergraduate Clean Energy Group (HUCEG) Harvard College Engineering Society (HCES) South Asian.

Valedictorian, 4.0 Unweighted / 6.78 Weighted

Activities and Societies: Elected Student Representative to School Committee, Founder and President of Social Activism Club As part of.