Why?
I want a PhD because my brain keeps asking, "Can I see how neurons makes memories?" at 3 AM 🧠⚡️. It's not about the lab coat or avoiding questions from friends about my relationship status 💔, it's something more, something meaningful ✨😌.
I want to understand the brain as this wild electrical tale that somehow thinks it’s in control 🤯 (But YES, it is). I aim to create devices that empower people's life, not invade their privacy (all my prototypes security protocols are always verified and licensed 😌) 📱✨. I want to bring research to communities where silence has replaced diagnosis 🔇➡️📢.
Research should be alive ❤️. Even when I’m crying over spreadsheets at 2 AM 😭📊, questioning why I chose this difficult path. Every breakthrough requires belief of my parents and my brother (who thinks I play with expensive toys and applications) 🔬💸, and most importantly, the people who hopes something in their lives changes for good while I handle tiny, complex projects.
When grant and REUs rejections come in faster than swipes on a dating app ↩️📱, experiments fail dramatically, When I come across at some Western blot that looks like a drunken octopus, I remind myself that progress in Biomedicine is never linear, it’s iterative art and that is something that keeps me pushing forward.
I’m a people's researcher! 👥💪 Where else can we wear pajamas to work and explore the universe’s most complicated object? 👔➡️👕🌌
P.S. Yes, I will absolutely make you call me Dr. once I graduate. I've earned it 🥲
My Life Philosophy
To me, innovation will never be a buzzword, it’s a responsibility.
Each late-night idea, each half-formed hypothesis, is a small rebellion against inequity.
Because in my world, standard healthcare isn’t a privilege, It’s a promise and one we all deserve.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science
Neural Engineering Option
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park
Engineering Science is where curiosity meets chaos and falls in love with calculus and mechanics...
My Degree Journey
Semester 1 Courses
- Calculus I
- Physics I
- Engineering Seminar
Semester 2 Courses
- Physics II
- C++ & MatLab
- Calculus II
- Chem I
Semester 3 Courses
- Linear Algebra
- PHYS III
- CHEM Lab
- Calculus III
- Engineering Design
- Biochemistry - Cell
Semester 4
- Analysis of Physiological Systems
- Differential Equation - MATH
- Thermodynamics
- Statics
- Independent Study (BME)
Technical Expertise
A symphony of circuits, code, and creativity — where neuroscience meets engineering.
Here’s what I bring to the lab bench and the command line:
🧩 Programming & Data
- Python (NumPy, OpenCV, Matplotlib)
- C++ for performance-driven simulation
- MATLAB for signal and image analysis
- Data Analysis & Visualization
🧠 Biomedical & Neural Engineering
- Biomedical Signal Processing
- Ultrasound Brain Imaging
- Neural Interface Design
- Optical Imaging
⚙️ Hardware & Prototyping
- Medical Device Prototyping
- Embedded Systems (Arduino, ESP32)
- Instrumentation & Sensor Integration
- Experimental Analysis
🌐 Research & Communication
- Scientific Writing
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- STEM Outreach & Mentorship
- Quantum Computing Concepts
Experience
Undergraduate Research Assistant
BioPhotonics and Ultrasound Imaging Laboratory | Feb 2025 - Present
- Developing signal processing algorithms for ultrasound localization microscopy.
- Contributing to research on brain tumor imaging using advanced ultrasound techniques.
- Implementing image-based inference systems using Python, NumPy, and OpenCV.
Student Researcher
U.S. NSF National Synthesis Center for Emergence in the Molecular and Cellular Sciences (NCEMS) | Sep 2025 - Present
- Problem with linear genomes: Traditional single-reference genomes don’t capture the high diversity and rapid evolution of bacterial species.
- Graph genome approach: Construct graph-based genome assemblies from representative bacterial strains.
- Application: Use graph genomes to assess improvements in RNA-seq alignment rates compared to linear references.
- Focus: Analyze how genomic diversity influences alignment efficacy in bacterial datasets.
- Goal: Show that graph genomes are broadly useful beyond model organisms like E. coli.
- Impact: Provide insights that support more accurate and representative workflows in microbial genomics research.
Vice President & Treasurer
Quantum Student Society at Penn State | Apr 2025 - Present
- Leading strategic outreach initiatives and educational programs.
- Coordinating interdisciplinary seminars in quantum computing and physics.
- Exploring applications of quantum principles in bioengineering and neural information processing.
Mathematics Grader
Eberly College of Science | Aug 2025 - Present
- Evaluate homework, quizzes, and assignments with accuracy and consistency.
- Ensure timely feedback to support student learning and course progression.
- Follow professor guidelines to maintain fairness and grading standards.
Mathematics Learning Assistant
Eberly College of Science, Penn State | Jan 2025 - Present
- Facilitated collaborative problem-solving sessions and guided students through core math concepts.
- Supported instruction and improved engagement with peer-driven learning.
Risk Management Proctor
Smeal College of Business, Penn State | Aug 2025 - Dec 2025
- Oversaw and monitored examinations to ensure academic integrity at Penn State University.
- Maintained a secure testing environment, ensuring adherence to exam rules and regulations.
Organizations I'm a Part of
Featured Projects
C.A.R.E. - Compact Affordable Real-time ECG
- Designed and prototyped a low-cost, pocket-sized ECG device using AD8232 + Bluetooth.
- Developed filtering algorithms and Python visualization.
- Focused on accessibility for underserved communities.
- Link to the repository
Certifications
Computational Neuroscience
University of Washington · Apr 2025
Credential ID: LZRIENMASKVP
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Recognition & Awards
People's choice award
2025 | EDSGN 100 Team in 2025 LF Capstone Showcase.
Nittany AI Challenge Finalist
2025 | Top 10 team out of 100+ competitors.
Dean's Honors List
| Fall 2024 | Spring 2025 | Fall 2025 |
State Best Child Award
2023 | Innovative Science - Government of Puducherry.
My Uniqueness Quotient
Klingon Language Practitioner
As a dedicated student of the warrior's tongue 😅, I am honored to be a member of the Klingon Language Institute. I am passionate about learning and preserving "tlhIngan Hol" (the Klingon language). Qapla'!
Chief Caffeine Officer (C.C.O.)
I'm an executive officer on duty. My operational territory? Every café I can find, from the Good-Day Cafe and Panera ones in Pennsylvania to the local hidden gems right here in Karaikal. My objective is to hunt down the perfect espresso shot, the smoothest cold brew, the all time soothing chai latte or the frothiest cappuccino. I'm a public critic, a connoisseur of café ambiance, carefully analyzing the work of other baristas ☕️
Quantum Sock Theory
I am conducting a long-term study on the quantum mechanical properties of socks. My research consistently proves that for every pair entering the laundry, at least one will enter a state of quantum superposition and cease to exist in our dimension.