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South Texas ISD Science Academy
Mercedes, TX05.2026
Alankrita Sharda
Mission,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic high school senior eager to engage in research projects, seeking to explore Biomedical Sciences & Chemistry. Committed to applying academic knowledge to practical settings, contributing to research initiatives, and nurturing a deep curiosity for scientific inquiry.
Education
Activities and Clubs
TSA (2021–present), BPA (2022–present), Bio Olympiad (2024–present), Science Olympiad (2022–2023), Science Bowl (2022), Science UIL (2022–2024), T.A.C (Teen Advisory community) – McAllen Public Library (2023-present)
Timeline
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South Texas ISD Science Academy
Awards and Competitions
A+ Honor Roll Student (9th–12th grade), Texas Science & Engineering Fair (TXSEF) State Finalist/1st place regional – Biochemistry project. “Cellulose functionalized Delafossite Hydrogels as promising material for Triboelectric Nanogenerators” -2025, Regional Science and Engineering Fair (RSEF) 1st Place – Biochemistry project. “Cellulose functionalized Delafossite Hydrogels as promising material for Triboelectric Nanogenerators” – 2025, UTRGV High Scholars 3rd Place – Chemistry category. “Cellulose functionalized Delafossite Hydrogels as promising material for Triboelectric Nanogenerators” -2024, PATHS-UP Young Scholars Invent by Texas A&M 3rd Place - INSULINK’ smartwatch prototype to monitor cardiovascular data. -2024, Young Scholars Invent by Texas A&M – IMPACT award for A.S.P.I.R.E AI -2025, Business Professionals of America (BPA) 3rd place regional – Presentation Team (9th) - 2023, Business Professionals of America (BPA) State Finalist & Regional 2nd place – Presentation Team (10th) -2024
Research Experience/Work Experience
- P.A.E´ externship with UTRGV in Biology department with Dr. Sahoo in cancer research. Learned cancer-solving strategies using Biochemistry principles. (2024–2025)
- Nerdvana work experience – Developed STEM Summer Science Camp for young students revolving around the core principles of cosmetic engineering, worked with teammates to create engaging lectures. (2024–2025)
- DHR Cancer Research Institute (2024), under the clinical research staff– studied Fibro scans and their applications with patients of liver cirrhosis.
- UTRGV High Scholars Program (2024) – 3rd place in Chemistry for “Cellulose functionalized Delafossite Hydrogels as promising material for Triboelectric Nanogenerators”.
- Texas A&M Research Symposium (2025)- Summer program, Young Scholars Invent awarded for IMPACT with A.S.P.I.R.E AI.
- Ambrosia Home Healthcare (2024) - Individually designed and built a Wix website for Ambrosia Home Health Care, tailoring layout, features, and content to meet the company’s needs.
- Pediatric Practice Association (2022-2025) - Shadowed physicians and assisted with clinical tasks at the Pediatric Practice Association.
Leadership
- Student Ambassador – STISD Science Academy
- Founder – “Biomedical Visionary” YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@biomedicalvisionary/featured
- STEM Camp Assistant – IDEA McAllen & IMAS Museum
- President-Girls Who Code Club (11th-12th grade)
- Secretary – Girls Who Code Club (9th & 10th grade)
- Historian- Business Professionals of America (12th grade)
- Team Leader – TSA and BPA competitions