Serena Rajwani
Sugar Land,Texas
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Lab Intern
Elixir Research
Houston, Texas
06.2024 - Current
- Developed partnerships with clinics, recruited subjects, and analyzed data sets to support clinical trials and research projects.
- Presented research findings through presentations to supervisors and peers, and created videos to discuss new treatments and medications currently in trials, making them accessible and easy to understand for the public.
Volunteer
Project C.u.r.e
Houston, Texas
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted in packing and preparing essential medical equipment and supplies for hospitals and communities worldwide, emphasizing regions affected by conflict and natural disasters.
- Collaborated with teams to ensure accurate distribution of critical supplies to vulnerable regions, contributing to global efforts in saving lives.
- Volunteered with local organizations to provide essential medical supplies and resources to underserved populations, supporting healthcare access in challenging environments.
Tutor
Khan Academy
Houston, Texas
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Implemented time management and organizational strategies, stayed current with curriculum changes, and utilized online platforms for effective virtual tutoring sessions.
- Engaged students in interactive lessons and activities to enhance critical thinking skills, asked key questions to assess progress, and adapted teaching methods to meet diverse needs.
- Developed and tailored lesson plans for individual students, conducted one-on-one and group tutoring sessions, and integrated technology into lessons to improve academic performance.
Education
Pre-Med Diploma -
The Village School
Houston, TX05.2026
IB Diploma -
The Village School
Houston, TX05-2026
Affiliations
- Golf- Regional Medalist
- Medical Mindset Member
- The Village Red Cross Member
- HOSA Member
- Shadowed a surgeon for 2 weeks and understood surgical procedures, gained insight into pre and post-operative care, was exposed to the operating room environment, learned about surgical tools and technology, and learned about patient interaction
- Research: Developing dual-function nanoparticles that incorporate oncolytic viruses and immunomodulatory agents to minimize cytokine release syndrome and off-target effects, while optimizing the co-delivery of these agents to pancreatic tumors to enhance anti-tumor responses.
- Working on organizing community health fairs and medical referral programs in Houston's Greater 5th Ward to provide low cost cancer and biomarker screenings along with other health services onsite to lower cancer rates in the area
- Developing a resource app for cancer patients designed to improve quality of life, provide comprehensive support, and enhance treatment adherence. The app integrates a symptom tracker, medication reminders, a geolocation-based resource directory to identify nearby support services, clinical trials, and healthcare facilities, real-time interaction through chat and forums, educational content, and personalized health tips
- Completed Emergency Medicine Course at Yale University
- Completed Immunology Course at Oxford University
Timeline
Research Lab Intern
Elixir Research
06.2024 - Current
Tutor
Khan Academy
06.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer
Project C.u.r.e
06.2019 - Current
Pre-Med Diploma -
The Village School
IB Diploma -
The Village School
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