Introduction
About Me
I am a student at West Shore Jr./Sr. High School in Melbourne, Florida, with interests spanning medicine, biomedical engineering, community service, music, and collaborative problem-solving.
My long-term goal is to become a cardiothoracic surgeon-scientist. I am especially interested in developing tissue-engineered solutions that can improve cardiovascular treatment while providing compassionate, life-saving care to patients.
Beyond the laboratory, I enjoy creating programs that connect students with seniors, educating others about brain health, performing music in healthcare settings, and helping young people develop leadership and problem-solving skills.
Academic Profile
Education & Academic Preparation
West Shore Jr./Sr. High School
Expected graduation: May 2027
My coursework includes 18 AP courses spanning biology, chemistry, physics, calculus, statistics, computer science, economics, Spanish, history, writing, psychology, and the AP Capstone program.
Academic Organizations
- Mu Alpha Theta
- National Honor Society
- Spanish Honor Society
- Tri-M Music Honor Society
- AP Capstone Program
Biomedical Engineering
Research Experience
Vascular Tissue Engineering Research
Research Assistant · Florida Institute of Technology
I collaborate with Dr. Bashur at Florida Institute of Technology on research focused on promoting endothelialization and improving the long-term patency of vascular tissue-engineered grafts.
Research Focus
- Vascular tissue-engineering grafts
- Endothelialization
- Long-term graft patency
- Biomaterials for cardiovascular applications
- Bioprinting and regenerative medicine
Laboratory Experience
- Particle synthesis
- Operation of laboratory equipment
- Experimental documentation
- Data collection and analysis
- Scientific literature review
Project 1 · pH-Responsive Particle Delivery
In 2025, I developed pH-responsive particles designed to deliver pro-angiogenic substances such as carbon monoxide under acidic conditions associated with ischemia in vascular grafts. I synthesized particles, operated laboratory equipment, and analyzed experimental data.
Project 2 · Bioprinted Gradient Collagen Sleeve
In 2026, I investigated the spatio-temporal availability of transforming growth factor-β3 within a bioprinted gradient collagen sleeve to promote chondrogenic differentiation in the context of ACL reconstruction. I cultured cells, quantified 100+ images, created graphs, curated publication figures, and performed statistical tests.
Research milestone: This project is pending publication, and I am scheduled to give an oral presentation at the TERMIS-AM Annual Conference in November 2026.
Initiative & Collaboration
Leadership & Service
Combining leadership and community service to create measurable impact through education, advocacy, fundraising, and intergenerational engagement.
~$15K
Raised for Baba Senior Outreach (~$11K Individual + ~$4K MindCare Medics)
$4K / $8K
MindCare Medics Fundraising Campaign — In Progress
700+
Community Members Reached
18
Intergenerational Classes
MindCare Medics
Founder & President
I founded MindCare Medics to educate the community about brain health, challenge stigma surrounding Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, connect students with seniors, and support caregivers and aging nonprofits.
💙 $4,000 Raised Toward an $8,000 Goal
Ongoing MindCare Medics fundraising campaign supporting Baba Senior Outreach.
Ongoing MindCare Medics fundraising campaign supporting Baba Senior Outreach.
- Leading an ongoing $8,000 fundraising campaign through MindCare Medics; approximately $4,000 has been raised so far to support Baba Senior Outreach.
- Hosted outreach events for 250+ students using guest speakers and hands-on activities to distinguish normal aging from Alzheimer's symptoms.
- Partnered with Health First Memory Disorder Clinic and One Senior Place to host 18 intergenerational craft and technology classes connecting high school students with approximately 180 seniors.
- Directed a community health fair featuring 10+ student-led booths, 5+ local organizations, food vendors, live music, and prize giveaways to promote cognitive-health awareness and fundraising.
HOSA–Future Health Professionals
Treasurer
I compete in health-science events and help organize fundraising and chapter activities.
- 2026 international competitor in Clinical Specialty
- Two-time state competitor
- Helped raise $475 toward competition expenses
- Participated in CPR and EKG training
Future Problem Solvers
Co-President · Student Coach · Competitor
Future Problem Solving has strengthened my ability to evaluate complex scenarios, develop creative solutions, and collaborate under strict time limits.
- 2026 International Conference — 3rd Place for a Community Problem Solving project raising awareness about nitrogen pollution in the Indian River Lagoon.
- Two-time international individual competitor in 2024 and 2025, applying the six-step problem-solving process to complex future scenarios.
- Designed curriculum for 250+ elementary students and helped coordinate six environmental-education events while expanding the project statewide.
- Lead and oversee 10+ student coaches while developing educational materials and training new competitors.
Baba Senior Outreach
Intergenerational Outreach Committee President
I help develop programs connecting students with seniors through music, technology assistance, food support, and community storytelling.
❤️ ~$15,000 Raised for Baba Senior Outreach
Approximately $11,000 raised individually, plus approximately $4,000 raised so far through the ongoing MindCare Medics campaign.
Approximately $11,000 raised individually, plus approximately $4,000 raised so far through the ongoing MindCare Medics campaign.
- Raised approximately $15,000 to date for Baba Senior Outreach — approximately $11,000 individually and approximately $4,000 through the ongoing MindCare Medics campaign, which has an $8,000 goal.
- Connected with Helping Seniors of Brevard to support technology workshops on AI in daily life and cellphone tips for approximately 50 seniors.
- Featured in a Helping Seniors radio broadcast and article while bringing a youth perspective to digital literacy and senior engagement.
- Expanded MindCare Medics to Melbourne High School in 2026 and continued developing intergenerational outreach opportunities.
Youth Movement Against Alzheimer’s (YMAA)
HFC YMAA Chapter Leader
Lead the YMAA chapter through MindCare Medics at West Shore Jr/Sr High School, engaging students in conversations about Alzheimer's disease, brain health, and youth-led community action.
- Promote Alzheimer's awareness, brain-health education, and stigma reduction among students
- Encourage students to become advocates for healthy aging and dementia awareness in their communities
- Featured by HFC/YMAA for helping spark conversations about Alzheimer's disease and brain health and inspiring classmates to make a difference
Community Engagement
Service & Clinical Exposure
Physician Shadowing
Geriatrics · Pediatrics · Rheumatology
Completed 50 hours of physician shadowing, observing routine check-ups, treatment priorities, clinical workflow, multidisciplinary communication, and complex patient cases.
Health First Holmes Regional Medical Center
MusicMDs Training Officer, Musician & Emergency Room Volunteer
I perform therapeutic classical music for patients and train new MusicMD volunteers in appropriate patient interaction and hospital etiquette.
In the Emergency Room, I restock patient rooms, communicate patient needs, and assist nurses and physicians when appropriate.
Baba Senior Outreach
Senior Engagement and Community Support
I help organize intergenerational programming, musical activities for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, technology assistance for residents, and food-delivery support for local seniors.
IndiaFest Student Choreographer
Manav Mandir
I choreographed Bollywood dance routines for elementary-school students, conducted weekly rehearsals, and prepared students for performances at two community venues.
Artistry & Discipline
Music & Performing Arts
Years of musical and performing-arts training have strengthened discipline, creativity, cultural connection, and confidence through performance.
Violin
- Five-time All-County and two-time All-State violinist; selected among the top 32 violins in Florida
- Concertmaster of West Shore Chamber Orchestra
- Member of Brevard String Academy Premier Orchestra
- Premier Orchestra won first place at the ASTA National Orchestra Competition
- Performed at Steinmetz Hall in Orlando before an Orlando Philharmonic concert
- Top-five finalist in the Indian River Symphonic Concerto Competition (April 2026)
Piano
- Two-time State Honors Recital performer
- Selected among the top 15 student pianists in Florida
- Continued development in performance and musical interpretation
Carnatic Singing
- Ten years of Indian Carnatic vocal training
- Performed at multiple religious and community venues
- Developed discipline, cultural connection, and confidence through performance
Indian Classical Dance
- Performed Indian classical dance at IndiaFest in Melbourne, Florida
- Participated in IndiaFest performances in 2022 and 2023 , celebrating Indian culture and performing arts
- Featured in Florida Today photo coverage of IndiaFest in both 2022 and 2023
Recognition
Awards & Achievements
National Merit
Named a National Merit Semifinalist.
Leadership in Aging Services
2026 Gerson Rising Leaders in Aging Services Award recipient ($250).
View Award Recognition on Facebook →Science & Research
Third place at the Brevard Science Fair in Cellular and Molecular Biology and Biochemistry.
Mathematics
First place team in the Precalculus Division at the district mathematics tournament.
Spanish
Golden Seal of Biliteracy and first place in Spanish III at the Brevard Spanish Spelling Bee.
Academic Recognition
Class rank of first, five-time honor-roll recognition, and top-student awards in Civics, Geometry, Algebra II, AP Calculus AB, and AP Spanish Language & Culture.
Scholarship Recognition
Received an $84,000 Florida Institute of Technology scholarship based on demonstrated potential.
Baba Senior Outreach Recognition
Recognized by Baba Senior Outreach after individually raising more than $11,000 for programs and services supporting seniors in need.
View Recognition on Facebook →Community Service
Two-time recipient of recognition for completing more than 100 hours of community service.
Beyond the Classroom
Summer Enrichment & Certifications
FSU SSTRIDE Summer Institute
Explored medicine through clinical-skills training, open-heart surgery observation, heart dissection, and a collaborative research project.
HOBY Florida-East
Selected by West Shore to participate in leadership development centered on personal growth, teamwork, and service.
UF Student Science Training Program
Admitted among approximately the top 10–11% of applicants to a seven-week research program focused on advanced research, scientific writing, research talks, and poster presentation.
STOP THE BLEED
Trained through the American College of Surgeons to recognize and respond to life-threatening bleeding.
Brain Health Peer Educator
Completed knowledge and presentation evaluations through Hilarity for Charity and used the training to educate students and community members.
Full Background
Resume
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