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Advaitha A

- Research Program Mentor

Industry expert at Duke University

Expertise

Biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, digital health, digital therapeutics, neuro-engineering

Bio

Hi! My name is Advaitha and I graduated from Duke University in 2021 with a double major in Biomedical and Electrical & Computer Engineering, along with a certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Academically I have strong interests in medical research, digital health, and engineering product development. I am really interested in many interdisciplinary fields, especially involving healthcare and life sciences applications. Outside of academics, I also have an interest in documentary studies and the use of various media to convey stories. I have experience as the Travel & Culture lead for the lifestyle magazine during undergrad and have written many articles, generated creative pieces, and provided photograph visuals. I also completed a documentary studies project on a local Afghanese family through the use of photography, writing, and video.

Project ideas

Project ideas are meant to help inspire student thinking about their own project. Students are in the driver seat of their research and are free to use any or none of the ideas shared by their mentors.

Documentary Studies Research

I have a strong background in helping develop ideas for and executing a documentary studies project. Whether it involves narrative writings, audio, or photography as the main platform, I can help guide you to bring your area of focus into a tangible project. After identifying a focus topic and scope (ex: writing, media, length of project, timeline, etc.) I will work with you to generate a capstone project that can then be published or displayed in various mediums. I will be providing progressive feedback and will help you hone in on your narrative story telling skills, regardless of your previous exposure to documentary studies. The topics can range from exploring overarching cultural/research topics to case studies in your community.

Coding skills

Python, MATLAB, Java, C++, MIPS

Languages I know

French, intermediate Hindi, beginner Telugu,fluent

Teaching experience

I have taught math, science and English for mainly middle to high school levels

Credentials

Work experience

Deloitte (2021 - Current)
Technology Business Consultant
Duke OIT (2019 - 2019)
Practical Uses of AI/ML
Polyverse (2020 - 2020)
R&D Intern

Education

Duke University
BSE Bachelor of Science in Engineering (2021)
Biomedical and Electrical & Computer Engineering with a certificate in Innovation & Entrepreneurship

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