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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Entrepreneurship
Athletics
Awards
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Rithwik Santhosh

Summary

Motivated and curious high school sophomore with a strong career interest in pre-med. Passionate about chemistry, biology, and leveraging AI models to solve problems. Experienced in conducting independent research projects and actively involved in STEM-related activities, including research and academic competitions. Dedicated volunteer at local retirement homes, demonstrating compassion, communication skills, and a desire to make a positive impact in the community. Eager to explore the intersection of science, technology, and healthcare through further study and hands-on experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Chapter President

Medicine4Youth
05.2025 - Current
  • As Chapter Leader of Medicine4Youth for CB South, I will lead initiatives that educate students about healthcare careers, medical innovation, and public health.
  • I plan to organize guest speaker events, coordinate volunteering opportunities, and create accessible programs that inspire youth to explore medicine and give back to their communities.

Research Assistant

Lumiere Research Scholar Program
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Mentored by UPenn PhD Scholar
  • Contributed to advanced studies in biotechnology and cancer detection as part of a prestigious research program
  • Analyzed the impact of diverse spider venom's on malignant cell lines to assess their potential in cancer treatment

Intern

Temple University Science and Research Program
06.2020 - 09.2023
  • Selected for a prestigious program based on merit
  • Studied with graduates of Computer Science, Biology, Pre-med
  • Designed and programmed autonomous submarines - Project leader managing 20+ students
  • Won best submarine design and control

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Med Digest (Instagram - @_themeddigest_)
03.2025 - Current
  • Launched a student-run social media campaign focused on medical innovation and healthcare news
  • 50+ followers
  • 5,000+ views

Independent Researcher

Stem Research Club
11.2024 - Current
  • Individually created a project exploring artificial intelligence in cancer identification, merging computational models with biomedical data

Social Media Curator

Booked Education (NGO)
12.2024 - Current
  • Managed online outreach to raise awareness of illiteracy and promote education in rural India
  • Raised 600+ dollars

Tutor

Kumon Learning Center
01.2025 - Current
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials

Education

Central Bucks South High School
06-2027

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Team Leadership
  • Lab Experience
  • Problem-solving

Entrepreneurship

DECA | Independent Business Plan 

  • Created a sustainability-focused business concept involving biodegradable medical solutions
  • State Career Development Conference Qualifier

Athletics

Fencing | May 2024 - Current

  • Coached by Former Great Britain National Team Member
  • Multiple Podium placements

Tennis | Jan 2021 - Current

  • UTR: 3.0 | Doubles
  • Varsity 7th and 8th Grade
  • Swing player - 10th Grade

Awards

  • Participated in regional Bucks County Science Research Competition – Regional Mar 2025 and Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science – Regional Feb 2025
  • Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science 1st Award : Computer Science Category, Using AI to detect various

types of cancer at an early stage

  • National History Day- Regionals, 2nd Place Award
  • Top 10 Percentile Student [2024]

Timeline

Chapter President

Medicine4Youth
05.2025 - Current

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Med Digest (Instagram - @_themeddigest_)
03.2025 - Current

Tutor

Kumon Learning Center
01.2025 - Current

Social Media Curator

Booked Education (NGO)
12.2024 - Current

Independent Researcher

Stem Research Club
11.2024 - Current

Research Assistant

Lumiere Research Scholar Program
07.2024 - 10.2024

Intern

Temple University Science and Research Program
06.2020 - 09.2023

Central Bucks South High School
Rithwik Santhosh