Sanjana Vadapalli
Decatur,USA
Summary
Student at Emory University and thorough leader with an interest in Biology, Bio-medicine, chem-bio, and community service, hoping to pursue a career in medical field. Clear communicator with decisive and well-organized nature.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Student Researcher
DasGupta Pediatric Oncology Lab
GA
09.2025 - Current
- Conduct research on cancer metabolism and tumor progression, contributing to studies of high-grade brain tumors using molecular biology techniques and data analysis
- Stimulated interdisciplinary projects integrating omics data, informatics, and experimental models to investigate how nutrient sensing, energy signaling, and environmental factors regulate cancer development
- Analyze and interpret experimental data to support ongoing investigations into metabolic pathways driving tumor growth and progression
Staff Writer
Emory Journal of Neuroethics
GA
09.2025 - Current
- Research and author articles on emerging issues in neuroethics, translating complex neuroscience and ethical theory into accessible analyses for a student publication
- Synthesize interdisciplinary literature in neuroscience, philosophy, and bioethics to develop well-supported arguments on contemporary neurotechnology and ethical debates
- Collaborate with editors and fellow writers to refine arguments, strengthen clarity, and ensure high-quality scholarly communication
Student Researcher
Lumiere Education
07.2022 - 11.2024
- Developed academic model to aid researchers/clinicians in choosing genome editing technique using Excel formulas & literature precedent
- Published a paper in the National High School Journal of Science
Student Researcher
Aspiring Scholars Directed Research Program
Fremont, CA
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Identified adequate drugs to prohibit HCT 116 colorectal cancer cell growth by running MTT assays
- Learned how to split cells and use centrifuge, micro-pipettes and cell-count machine
- Synthesized antibody-drug conjugates and created novel anti-cancer therapeutic drugs to reprogram cells & filed a provisional patent for cell regeneration
Founder & Teacher
Harmony Heights Music Academy
04.2021 - Current
- Created a website for easy navigation around instruments offered for instruction to encourage visitors to apply either as music teachers or students
- Interviewed potential teachers passionate about teaching students an instrument
- Marketed volunteer-based music academy through social media and physical fliers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience & Behavioral Biology Major, Sociology Minor
Emory University
Decatur, GA12.2029
Skills
- Lab Techniques: Paper & Flash Column Chromatography, Reaction Design, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectroscopy, X-Ray Fluorescence, Cell Culture, Polymerase Chain Reactions, Gel Electrophoresis
- Data Analysis: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Musical instruction
Community Service
Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology + Ankura Hospital, Hospital Observer, Telangana, India, 2023-06, 2023-07, Accompanied nurses in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, IV cannulation, Nebulization, and Labor Room, Volunteered in Emergency Care Services, Dialysis, Acute Kidney Care Unit, Operation Theater and Wards, Performed laboratory processes, blood sampling, and urethral catheterizations
AWARDS
- Shortlisted at the John Locke Essay Competition
- Piano ABRSM level 6 practical with distinction
- Piano ABRSM level 5 theory with distinction
- Played 'Hummingbird' by Edward MacDowell at Carnegie Hall
- First place in North California Young talents music competition
- Presidential Volunteer Service Award: Gold Award
Timeline
Undergraduate Student Researcher
DasGupta Pediatric Oncology Lab
09.2025 - Current
Staff Writer
Emory Journal of Neuroethics
09.2025 - Current
Student Researcher
Lumiere Education
07.2022 - 11.2024
Student Researcher
Aspiring Scholars Directed Research Program
01.2022 - 05.2025
Founder & Teacher
Harmony Heights Music Academy
04.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience & Behavioral Biology Major, Sociology Minor
Emory University