Research Preperation
Self-Initiated
- Completed multiple courses in AI preparation, Python for biology, and data science.
- Studied research papers regarding gene regulation, Boolean modeling, and other core concepts.
Shriya Paladugu
San Diego,CA
Summary
I am an aspiring researcher who prides myself on being problem-driven to tackle real-world issues at the intersection of artificial intelligence, biology, and cybersecurity. I have led teams into reaching the top 1.4% of the nation in cybersecurity national competitions, developed full-stack web tools from frontend to backend as well, and conducted independent research projects, including a glucose impact prediction feature. My strengths are in communication and leadership and I enjoy working in teams, mentoring others, system building, and thinking deeply about the application of data and algorithms to make a difference in science.
Work History
Team Captain & Club Windows Lead
CyberAegis Calypso Cybersecurity Team
- Led my team to the national semifinals 3 times, and was awarded MVP two times in 2023 and 2025 for most impactful and outstanding team member
- Developed cybersecurity training materials and competition tests to enhance participant knowledge.
- Regularly present digital safety and advanced cybersecurity techniques to over 100 peers.
- Promoted cybersecurity awareness among elementary students in Poway Unified School District.
- Nominated as secretary, recognized as only female nominee among five candidates.
- Led my team to constantly place within the top 1.4% of the nation
Core Team Member - Robotics
First Tech Challenge (FTC)
- Contributed to robot design, coding, and troubleshooting, leading us to qualify for regionals
- Participated in UCSD-hosted robotics events and collaborative innovation initiatives
- Hosted workshops regarding robotics to younger children, to encourage their interest in the STEM field
Independent Projects & Research
Myself
- Developed a Python-based checklist app for the AP CSP Create Task
- Built Glucose Hero, a Flask + SQLite-based simulation game modeling glucose changes for diabetes awareness
- Built a Glucose Impact Monitor - uses machine learning to provide the glucose impact low, medium, or high depending on the food
- Self-directed research in cybersecurity and computational biology topics
Silver Award Recipient
Girl Scouts
- Organized community service projects, including several beach cleanups, and elderly care volunteering by providing food, singing, and visiting often to take general care of them.
- I mentored younger children, introduced them to STEM pathways, and expanded their life skills.
- I encouraged and mentored my younger sister, and other children her age, to pursue her interest in technology.
Public Outreach
Roles
- Led robotics workshops for many kids
- Presented cybersecurity and online safety lessons to large student audiences
- Designed and led cybersecurity workshops for elementary students
- Head of Publicity in Book for Better which is a non-profit organization, helping find donors to gather books and donate them to the less fortunate
- Elderly care volunteering, taking care of the elderly by providing food, bringing awareness toward technology, and singing for them
Athletics
Basketball
- JV Basketball – Point Guard.
- Club basketball player for several years, developing discipline, leadership, and collaboration
Education
10th Grade - AP Biology, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Calculus AB, AP World History, AP English
Del Norte High School
San Diego, CA05.2027
Skills
- Full stack development
- Python
- Bash
- HTML/CSS
- Advanced Windows OS internals
- Advanced Linux OS internals
- Advanced Networking
- Security Configuration
- Packet Tracer
- SQLite
- Flask
- Powershell scripting
- Computational biology
- Artificial intelligence
- Leadership
- Advanced Mathematics
- Advanced biology skills
- Public speaking (speech and debate)
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- R
Awards
- CyberAegis two times MVP award(2023 and 2025)
- Kumon Mathematics Awards (multiple levels completed ahead of grade level)
- Principal’s Honor Roll
- Girl Scouts Silver Award
- Placed second for a hackathon
- Athletic Honor Roll/Scholar Athlete Award
- Inspire & Think award in FTC robotics
Leadership Experience
- Captain of team Calypso which participates in national cybersecurity competitions, where I led my team toward being placed in the top 1.4% of teams nationally
- Windows lead for CyberAegis club that wins national championships consistently. I prepare training material and practice tests to prepare the teams for cybersecurity national competitions.
- I also give weekly lectures to students in the CyberAegis club on cybersecurity topics
- Only girl nominated for club secretary
- Girl Scouts, Silver Award Recipient
- Organized community service projects: beach cleanups, elderly care volunteering
- Mentored younger Girl Scouts and introduced them to STEM pathways, encouraged and mentored my younger sister and others her age to pursue tech interests.
- Public Outreach, Presented cybersecurity and online safety lessons to large student audiences, Designed and led cybersecurity workshops for elementary students
- Athletics, JV Basketball – Point Guard, Club basketball player for several years, developing discipline and leadership
- Head of Publicity on the non-profit club books for better
Hobbies and Interests
- Computational Biology
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Science
- Robotics
- Cybersecurity
- STEM Outreach
- Basketball
- Youth Mentorship
- Public Speaking: Speech and Debate(progressed to state qualifiers)
Contact
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shriya-paladugu-7a5865311/
Timeline
Team Captain & Club Windows Lead
CyberAegis Calypso Cybersecurity Team
Core Team Member - Robotics
First Tech Challenge (FTC)
Independent Projects & Research
Myself
Silver Award Recipient
Girl Scouts
Public Outreach
Roles
Athletics
Basketball
Research Preperation
Self-Initiated
10th Grade - AP Biology, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Calculus AB, AP World History, AP English
Del Norte High School