Maya Parekh

• Developed automated feeding calibration method using VBA for net-generation manufacturing (NGM) • Improved experimental workflow efficiency for Cell Culture & Fermentation Sciences Department • Implemented script into overall platform process for company-wide future projects • Increased pump calibration frequency by a factor of >15 relative to manual method • Achieved <1% error in automatic media feeding

• Dr. Chilkoti's Lab Group • Aid in the development of low-cost, point-of-care clinical diagnostics, and plasmonic biosensors • Work in laboratory setting running biochemical assays • Use design technologies including 3D printing to create and improve device prototypes • Innovate new device platforms including open-format, microfluidics, and hybrid cells • Perform data analysis, tests of quality assurance, and validation assays • Present results in written papers and weekly oral presentations

Worked at the Franklin Lab researching ink formulations and printing parameters to optimize the accuracy and consistency of silver nanoparticle aerosol jet printing as a method of improving the performance of prothrombin (PT/INR) biosensors.

• Developed a RedCap database to populate with all AngioVac procedural data • Aided in tricuspid valve endocarditis cardiovascular surgical research while working with Dr. James K. Wu in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery (30 hours/week) • Make use of programming languages (Python, Java, MATLAB) • Chosen as keynote speaker at closing ceremony

• Spearheaded the development of an ergonomic ultrasound transducer grip to alleviate wrist pain and problems in sonographers arising from prolonged pressure, force, and time in certain positions; lead communicator with client • Designed locking mechanism that allows for sonographers to relax their hands and continue to conduct patients’ ultrasounds, implemented innovative adjustable strap feature with built-in rotational component for longevity and adaptability to all hands and ultrasound types • Device successfully surpasses design criteria provided by Duke Health and Occupational Safety Office

• Helped contact corporations and alumni and organize the Annual Alumni Fundraiser through which over $150,000 were raised • Aided and advised in the development, funding, and implementation of a virtual program for 2020

• Taught mathematical concepts ranging from pre-school level to standardized testing prep to multivariable calculus to students from four years of age to college-level • Scheduled meetings with potential clients; administered preliminary testing; customer service

• One of 50 rising seniors selected for a full scholarship at a 5-week STEM-intensive program in which students learn from professors in a variety of college-level topics and conduct their own reserach. • Worked within the Physics department to study the polarizing nature of low-density polyethylene and wrote research paper published in the PGSS Journal Vol. 34 • Chosen as keynote student speaker at the closing ceremony