Atideepth Bharadwaj

Experience

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  ACM, Association for Computing Machinery

  Aug 2019 - May 2022

  ● Led Core Engineering group, oversaw 12 projects, and organized mentorship programs and career events.● Planned and mentorship programs and career events for audiences of 25–50 undergraduates regularly.

  • Yantrika SIG Head

    Apr 2021 - May 2022

  • Executive Member

    Aug 2019 - May 2022
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  Reflux, NITK Surathkal

  Oct 2019 - May 2022

  Executive Member
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  Indian Institute of Science (IISc)

  Dec 2019 - Dec 2019

  Trainee

  Learning Autodock and basics in Bioinformatics

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  Tata Consultancy Services

  Jul 2020 - Sept 2020

  Intern

  Usage of ionic liquids in oral drug delivery● Researched ionic liquids for oral drug delivery and studied their behavior in water mixtures via experiments on ionic liquid-drug formulations to enhance drug solubility.● Simulated an intestine model using Packmol to create a phospholipid biological membrane (DPPC) and examined its molecular dynamic interactions with an ionic liquid using the software GROMACS for drug delivery insights.

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  National University of Singapore

  May 2021 - Aug 2022

  Research Intern

  Analysis of Intron Insertion Sites in Paralogous Genes of Culex Quinquefasciatus● Analyzed patterns in over 50 gene sequences, matched with Ensembl Metazoa database to identify and correct errors, contributing to accurate sequence data.● Continuing detailed analysis on identified sites, with findings slated for publication in an upcoming paper.

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  Duke University Pratt School of Engineering

  Sept 2022 - Dec 2022

  Graduate Student Researcher

  Advisor: Dr. Tatiana SeguraStudied the use of Hek cells and Hyaluronic acid to develop a self-healing placenta. Gained experience in bacterial cultures, western blotting, ELISA, and cell passaging, as well as insights into drug-nanoparticle conjugation and related chemistry.

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  AbbVie

  Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

  Science and Technology Intern

  Analysis of Alternate Coating Formulations on Drug Pellets and Prevent Nozzle Blockage● Characterized various excipients and coating solution formulations, identifying key components that improved compatibility with the current coating formulation, reducing manufacturing downtime due to nozzle blockages.● Conducted 15+ coating trials to guarantee uniform and proper coating of pellets, resulting in a reduction in nozzle blockage rate.

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  Duke Design Climate

  Sept 2023 - Dec 2023

  Student Member: End-Of-Life Solar

  ● Performed a comprehensive Life Cycle Analysis on solar panels, identifying key steps that could be influenced to enable reuse and recycling, based on 20 key stakeholder interviews, leading to an increase in companies interested in sustainable practices.● Mapped out opportunities and solutions for a marketplace connecting panel owners with recycling and refurbishing companies, resulting in the final solution facilitating contracts between panel owners and second-hand buyers.

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  Duke University Pratt School of Engineering

  Jan 2024 - Aug 2024

  Advisor: Dr. Stefan ZauscherEngineering Living Materials● Enabled the development of responsive living material systems with potential uses in biosensing applications.● Executed a comprehensive research plan to synthesize over 50 different formulations of hydrogels using unique methods to maximize swelling capabilities at a pH range between 6.5 and 8.5. ● Created a testing process that yielded data showing increased adhesion strength on polycarbonate surfaces. Teaching Assistant to Dr. Joe Knight for BME 590 Business Fundamentals in MedTech

  • Graduate Student Researcher

    Jan 2024 - Aug 2024

  • Teaching Assistant

    Jan 2024 - May 2024
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  DACC

  Jan 2024 - May 2024

  Student Consultant

  Healthcare SectorCompleted in-depth market research, identifying a niche market segment for a non-invasive device used in gynecological applications based on size and the existing competition before delivering a comprehensive initial business plan focused on reducing costs.

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  Prime Healthcare

  Aug 2024 - now

  Biomedical Engineer

  Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center, Reno, NV● Overseeing critical medical device repairs, preventive and corrective maintenance, and calibration, including infusion pumps, ultrasound machines, patient warmers, vital monitors, defibrillators, compression devices, and many others, ensuring all equipment meets stringent safety and regulatory standards across multiple hospital units.● Collaborate with technicians to troubleshoot device malfunctions, perform product testing, and conduct preventive maintenance to improve device reliability and minimize downtime. Show less