Resume
Education
University of California San Diego
B.S. in Psychology with a specialization in Developmental Psychology, GPA: 4.0
B.S. in Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience, GPA: 4.0
Cumulative GPA: 3.9
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Expected graduation date - June 2025
Relevant Course Work
Developmental Psychology Foundations
Clinical Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
​Psychological Disorders of Childhood
Memory and Amnesia
Neurobiology of Learning and Memory
Language Development
Language Comprehension
Linguistic Development
Neurobiology of Cognition
Brain Disorders and Cognition
Metabolic Disorders of the Brain
Introduction to Statistics
Research Methods in Psychology
Introduction to Programming (Python)
Calculus I, II & III
Global Health & Cultral Diversity
​Systems and Sensory Neuroscience
Experience
Social and Cognitive Development Lab, University of California, San Diego
(PI: Dr. Gail D. Heyman)
Aug 2023 - present
Research Assistant
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Recruited and collected data from children (ages 5-12) at local public parks for studies on social disclosure, self-judgment, incentives, and reputation management
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Conducted targeted literature reviews for the lab’s master database, focusing on relevant articles from sources like Child Development, Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, and Developmental Psychology
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Involved in proof-reading mentors’ manuscripts and searching for relevant high-impact journals for submission
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Collaborating on an inter-institutional project on pragmatics and social inferences under Dr. Heyman and Dr. Hannah Rohde (University of Edinburgh)
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Contributed to the development of sentiment analysis codes in Python (NLTK) for a project that is examining student and instructor perception regarding the use of artificial intelligence tools in education
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Summarized relevant articles across social science fields for insights on Community-based Participatory Research (CBPR) and developmental research methods for upcoming projects
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Organized laboratory events and managed administrative tasks, including mentoring new research assistants.
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Leader of the review team, responsible for detailed reading, synthesis, and analysis of articles on topics like infant reputation management, child development, artificial intelligence, and social norm acquisition in children.
Faculty Mentor Program
Dr. Heyman’s SCDL Lab
University of California San Diego
April - May 2021
The Faculty Mentor Program (FMP) program at UCSD helps students develop valuable relationships with UC San Diego faculty mentors while participating in an independent study course designed to build their research skills.
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As part of this program, I am working on a research proposal under UCSD’s Faculty Mentorship Program that concentrates on cross-cultural variations in social norm acquisition and expression in children.
Publications
Art Activism: Not just visual appeal but a catalyst for social change
International Journal of Advanced Research in 9th Volume in September 2021
The paper investigated the role of art in the evolution dynamic of our communities and its potential to lead social change using examples in history, case studies, and social experiments
Research paper
The Stress Paradox: Reconceptualising & Redefining Stress
International Journal of Advanced Research in 9th Volume in September 2021
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To understand the stress in a positive light, the paper researches the omnipotent signs of eustress, with the aim to bust the negative connotation's around the word stress and redefine 'stress' as a healthy human defense mechanism and a positive emotion even for young children and adolescents.
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The Heuristic Nature of Hues
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International Journal of Indian Psychology in 9th Volume, June 2021
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'The Heuristic Nature of Hues’ delves deep into the color theory. The research paper used case studies and societies interpretations to study the use of color in different walks of life with the intent of establishing the strong connection between color and society’s mindset, behavior, and beliefs.
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Honors and Awards
Provost Honors
University of California San Diego
ISC - All India 2nd rank merit holder – 99.5%
12th grade
Wally Abraham Shield for ‘Espirit De Corps’ Award
Cathedral and John Connon School, Mumbai
2023
2022
2020
Student, Co-Curricular Record in Psychology, University of California, San Diego
2023
• The Co-Curricular Record Certification in Career Development for Psychology at UC San Diego enables students to explore various career-related topics through participation in diverse activities.
• Participated in workshops, information sessions, educational initiatives and events focused on student development, like the All-Majors Career Fair, Diversifying Psychology Events, Career Development in Psychology Information Sessions, Research Opportunities for Psychology Events, and Careers in Mind workshops.
Activities and Affliations
Volunteer Member
Triton Brain Injury Network (TBIN)
Sep 2023 - Present
Actively participated in outreach initiatives aimed at providing recreational and emotional support for brain injury survivors. This includes attending regular one-on-one meetings and monthly group gatherings. During these sessions, I helped facilitate social interactions, encourage rehabilitation, and foster a sense of community among the survivors.
Member
Psychology Club, Psi Chi International Society, UCSD
Engaged in various activities such as organizing and attending guest lectures, professional development workshops, community service projects, and psychology-related field trips.
Oct 2022 - Present
Volunteer Member
Sukoon Health, India
Apr 2021 – May 2021
Engaged in discussions on various psychology topics, assisted with art therapy sessions, and contributed insights during case study analyses related to the biological and social factors influencing stress and trauma.
Volunteer Assistant
Autism Support Group, Mumbai
Feb 2021 - Apr 2021
Contributed to the development and delivery of art-based therapy for children with autism to improve emotional regulation and reduce social discomfort, promoting a more inclusive environment.
Summer Intern
Dept. of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences, Fortis, India
Gained practical experience in both the theoretical concepts and hands-on applications of clinical psychology.
Jun 2020 – Aug 2020
Student Volunteer
Drug Free World, India
Developed educational materials such as cautionary posters, interactive online games, and promotional videos to raise awareness about the risks of drug and alcohol abuse.
May 2020 – Sep 2020
Student Volunteer
Apr 2017 – Mar 2020
Savera Special School, Mumbai
Volunteered twice a week to teach English, Math, Dance, and Art to children with mental disabilities, fostering their cognitive and creative growth in a supportive learning environment.
Certifications
Student, Co-Curricular Record in Psychology, University of California, San Diego
2023
• The Co-Curricular Record Certification in Career Development for Psychology at UC San Diego enables students to explore various career-related topics through participation in diverse activities.
• Participated in workshops, information sessions, educational initiatives and events focused on student development, like the All-Majors Career Fair, Diversifying Psychology Events, Career Development in Psychology Information Sessions, Research Opportunities for Psychology Events, and Careers in Mind workshops.
Skills
Leadership
Leader, Review Team, Social Cognitive Development Lab, University of California, San Diego 2023 - present
Design Editor, School Publications - The Cathedral and John Connon School 2021
Board Member & Director, Psych-Socio Seminar - The Cathedral and John Connon 2021
Charge’ d’ affairs - School MUN - The Cathedral and John Connon School 2021
School Prefect and House Monitor - The Cathedral and John Connon School 2021
President, Interact Club - The Cathedral and John Connon School 2021
Computer Proficiency
Programming languages
Python (beginner), R (beginner)
Computer software/ frameworks
Eyetracking (SMI), DataVyu, Qualtrics, Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator
Visual & Performing Arts
Illustration
Pencil, Ink, Charcoal, Oil Pastels, Soft Pastels, Watercolor, Poster, Acrylic
Print making
Screen Printing, Etching, Woodcut, Stencil, Linocut, Digital
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Bharatanatyam
Student of classical dance at Sri Rajarajeswari Bharata Natya Kala Mandir under Guru Kalyanasundaram (recipient of international awards for outstanding contribution). Completed Arengatram (stage debut in 2018) after 9 yrs of training. Received Exemplary Performance Award on 73rd Anniversary of Guru Aradhana. Performed at 10+ events
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Languages
English - Fluent
Hindi - Fluent
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