Bravo Mekonnen
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Developed critical thinking and collaboration skills in a fast-paced academic environment. Seeking to transition into a new field, leveraging strengths in research and project management. Prepared to contribute to a team-oriented setting with a focus on continuous improvement.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Research
CHOP-RISES Internship Program
Philadelphia, PA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) CHAMP 3D Lab, I co-developed an accurate renal biopsy phantom to provide a risk-free simulation environment for radiologists and nephrologists. I managed the end-to-end production pipeline, utilizing Materialize Mimics for the precise segmentation of patient MRI scans and 3-Matic for advanced 3D surface modeling and tumor placement. By leveraging GrabCAD for additive manufacturing and experimenting with silicone-based tissue mimics, I successfully optimized the model to eliminate acoustic dropout. This work directly improved ultrasound imaging clarity for needle-guided procedures and was validated through expert clinical evaluations of its functional learning objectives.
- Presented research findings at academic conferences, enhancing the visibility of projects.
- Developed strong problem-solving skills through troubleshooting experimental challenges as they arose during the research process.
- Awarded the CHOP-RISES III Best Poster Award.
Student Researcher
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Research Institute
Philadelphia, PA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated on a multi-center retrospective cohort study at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Research Institute involving 15 clinical sites across the United States. My primary responsibilities included extensive review of Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) to collect and manage data on treatment duration, cycle counts, and clinical outcomes such as objective response rates, overall survival (OS), and event-free survival (EFS). This IRB-approved and published research provides valuable insights into the efficacy of these alternative therapeutic protocols in a pediatric oncology setting, specifically focusing on how these drug combinations impact survival outcomes in relapsed/refractory pediatric populations. The findings offer essential data to the oncology community for treating high-risk pediatric cancers.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into the RedCap database system.
Student Research Lab Assistant
CHOP-RISES Internship Program
Philadelphia, PA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- I participated in a 6-week intensive research internship working with Dr. Joseph Zackular’s lab studying the pathogenic bacteria Clostridium difficile, which is known as C. Diff, and how C. Diff interacts with the host, the gut microbiome, and other pathogenic bacteria that impact human health. I grow various bacteria, such as E. coli and Klebsiella pneumonia, on different agar plates and record the results. I also learned how to make agar, which is food for bacteria, and how to use various lab equipment, such as pipettes and Bunsen burners.
Crew Member
Urban Youth Conservation Program
Philadelphia, PA
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Restored local ecosystems at Cob's Creek and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge by planting native vegetation and removing debris from waterways
- Built protective fencing and helped reduce pollution to support wildlife and improve green spaces
- Operated hand tools and basic machinery to complete conservation and maintenance tasks efficiently
- Collaborated with a team to meet project goals while developing leadership and environmental stewardship skills
Education
High School Diploma -
John Bartram
Philadelphia, PA06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA05-2029
Skills
- MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Leadership Experience
- Fast learner
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Positive attitude
- Bilingual in English and Amharic
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- Varsity Soccer Team (August 2022 – 2025)
Contributed to winning the 2022 division title and became the team captain during my senior year. Enjoyed every practice and every game with my teammate and learned how to be a better team player.
Demonstrate teamwork, discipline, and commitment - Debre Kudus Amanuel Ethiopian Orthodox Church Service (August 2021 – 2024)
Serve as group leader for Gospel song class
Lead practices and organize biweekly performances
Assist the Sunday school teacher with lessons for younger children
Help teach the Amharic language to children weekly - Bowling Team (December 2023 – 2025)
Enjoyed the team practices and competitions, and became a team captain in my senior year
Build consistency, focus, and teamwork skills - National Honor Society (October 2023 – 2025)
Recognized for academic excellence, leadership, and service
Engage in community service and school-based initiatives
Timeline
Student Research
CHOP-RISES Internship Program
06.2025 - 08.2025
Student Researcher
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Research Institute
06.2024 - 08.2024
Crew Member
Urban Youth Conservation Program
03.2024 - 06.2024
Student Research Lab Assistant
CHOP-RISES Internship Program
06.2023 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
John Bartram
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Pennsylvania