Saanvi Nandikonda
Ashburn,VA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Intern
Kennedy Krieger Institute's Hunter-Nelson Sturge Weber Syndrome Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Published as co-author for Sturge-Weber online textbook chapter in MedLink neurology journal
- Studied the effect of new seizure medication on downstream signaling pathways
- Presented findings to external research teams
- Improved data collection software
Competitions Coordinator
TJHSST Chemistry Team
05.2023 - Current
- In charge of planning for chemistry competitions
- Organized trip to Washington University Chemistry Tournament (WUCT), first travel competition since COVID
- Fundraised and outreached funds for competition
- Cut student competitor expenses by $200+
- Responsible for hotel bookings, budgeting, and other logistics
Biochemistry Research Intern
George Mason University
08.2024 - Current
- Researched antimicrobial peptide genomic sequences from amphibian samples
- Improved mass spectroscopy classification procedures through Matlab and Python code
- Conducted lab techniques such as mass spectroscopy, protein purification, and immunoassays
Biotechnology Research Intern
Kakatiya University Biotechnology Department
07.2024 - Current
- Researched optimal synthesis method of ZnO-doped Ag nanoparticles for camptothecin drug delivery
- Used biological synthesis, microemulsion, and coprecipitation techniques
- Working with research team to write research paper for publication in scientific journal
Pediatric Clincial Volunteer
Inodaya Hospitals
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Interacted with pediatric patients through games and conversation
- Established a larger volunteer program to recruit volunteers for tutoring pediatric inpatients
- Assisted nurses with clerical duties
General Physician Inpatient Shadower
Rohini Super Speciality Hospital
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Observed general physician inpatient consultations
- Learned about differences between Indian and United States healthcare
Opthamologist Outpatient Shadower
NoVA Eye MD
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Observed ophthalmologist outpatient appointments
- Learned about front-desk insurance responsibilities of private practices
Blood Donor Ambassador
Red Cross
12.2023 - Current
- Provided a positive experience for blood donors
- Streamlined donor registration and established long-term donor donation relationships
- Assisted the blood collection technicians by setting up rooms for donor appointments
Community Health Outreach Volunteer
Medical Reserve Corps
04.2023 - Current
- Responded to health emergencies
- Staffed vaccination clinics and public health awareness events
- Prepared to deploy in case of natural disasters and health crises
Blood Drive Volunteer
INOVA Bloodmobile
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted blood technicians during mobile blood donation sites
- Oversaw donor registration and check-in
- Helped schedule long-term blood donations to keep replenishing the blood supply
Writing and Events Director
GoSTEM
08.2022 - Current
- Manage a team of high schoolers to organize STEM events for STEM interested middle schoolers
- Responsible for outreach to middle schools, writing tests for competitions, and planning event logistics
Educational Access Tutor
Junior Scholar, Girls Who Math
09.2021 - Current
- Developed supplemental lessons for low-income students
- Provided math, science, and english homework help
- Found affordable opportunities catering to students' passions
Club Member
Health Occupations Students of America, HOSA
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Placed 3rd for Medical Terminology event at VA Student Leadership Conference 2022
- Qualified for International Leadership Conference competition 2022
- Placed 4th for Medical terminology event at VA Student Leadership Conference 2024
Accomplishments
- National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist
- AP Scholar with Distinction
- Top 50 Scorer in Individual Round of Washington University Chemistry Tournament
Timeline
Biochemistry Research Intern
George Mason University
08.2024 - Current
Biotechnology Research Intern
Kakatiya University Biotechnology Department
07.2024 - Current
General Physician Inpatient Shadower
Rohini Super Speciality Hospital
06.2024 - 06.2024
Pediatric Clincial Volunteer
Inodaya Hospitals
06.2024 - 08.2024
Opthamologist Outpatient Shadower
NoVA Eye MD
04.2024 - 05.2024
Blood Donor Ambassador
Red Cross
12.2023 - Current
Clinical Research Intern
Kennedy Krieger Institute's Hunter-Nelson Sturge Weber Syndrome Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Competitions Coordinator
TJHSST Chemistry Team
05.2023 - Current
Community Health Outreach Volunteer
Medical Reserve Corps
04.2023 - Current
Blood Drive Volunteer
INOVA Bloodmobile
03.2023 - Current
Writing and Events Director
GoSTEM
08.2022 - Current
Educational Access Tutor
Junior Scholar, Girls Who Math
09.2021 - Current
Club Member
Health Occupations Students of America, HOSA
09.2021 - 07.2024
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