Vibhu Shakelli

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ac5n3f@r.postjobfree.com www.linkedin.com/in/vshakelli Education

Lehigh University – Bethlehem, PA May 2018

Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering

Biophotonics and Bioelectronics Track

Biophotonics and Optical Biomedical Imaging, Integrated Bioelectronics and Biophotonics Laboratory, Biomaterials, Advanced Regulatory Affairs, Signals and Systems, Electromagnetics, Electronic Circuits Labs and Projects

Capstone Design Project Sponsored by B. Braun Jan. 2017-Dec. 2017

• Designed a fully integrated cap for male luers of IV systems that incorporates a disinfecting agent to increase patient safety by mitigating infections while simplifying the user experience.

• Contributed to variety of essential parts of the project including market research, detailed CAD, 3D printed prototyping, cytotoxicity assays and financial modeling. Presence of Bla- Genes in Soil Bacteria Nov. 2017-Dec. 2017

• Analyzed presence Bla- genes in soil bacteria (Enterobacter cloacae and Bacillus thuringiensis) resistant to antibiotics using polymerase chain reaction, gel electrophoresis and sequencing results under Dr. Margaret Kenna.

Optogenetic Pacing and OCM Imaging May 2016-Aug. 2016

• Worked with Professor Chao Zhou and his research group to improve optogenetic pacing in Drosophila melanogaster using an integrated OCM imaging and red-light stimulation system by optimizing pulse frequency.

• Conducted experiments using LabView, ImageJ, and MATLAB. Gram-Negative and Gram-Positive Resistance to Disinfectants Mar. 2015-May 2015

• Designed and executed lab work to determine if gram-negative (Pseudomonas fluorescens) and gram-positive

(Staphylococcus epidermidis) bacteria have different responses to disinfectants like Hydrogen Peroxide and bleach under Dr. Margaret Kenna.

Professional Experience

Student Assistant, Lehigh University – Library and Technology Services Aug. 2015-May 2018

• Process loans and discharges for internal catalog, Interlibrary Loans, and PALCI. Membership Services Associate, Raritan Valley YMCA, East Brunswick, NJ June 2015-Aug. 2015

• Processed membership and program registrations for clients and completed administrative tasks for the Executive Director.

Sales Representative, Vivint, Inc., East Brunswick, NJ Jan. 2015

• Contacted 50+ potential clients and made appointments to present home automation and security systems. Leadership Experience

Community Involvement Chair, Delta Chi Fraternity Aug. 2017-Dec. 2017

• Updated chapter with events occurring at Lehigh University and the surrounding area. House Manager, Delta Chi Fraternity Aug. 2016-May 2017

• Served as a liaison with Office of Residential Services, Facilities Management, and Alumni Board of Trustees to manage a 13,400 sq.ft. residential facility with 25 residents.

• Oversaw capital improvement’s projects and renovations within $14,000 budget. House Steward, Delta Chi Fraternity Jan. 2016-May 2016

• Assisted chef in maintaining kitchen for 30 members with an operating budget of $60,000 per semester. Membership and Public Relations Chair, Biomedical Engineering Society Aug. 2016-May 2017

• Maintained the group’s Facebook page and improved membership by 25%. Group Leader and Host, Lehigh University Diversity Life Weekend Apr. 2015 & 2017

• Led admitted high school students on a weekend long visit to the University focusing on diversity inclusion. Skills

LabView, PSPICE, ImageJ, MATLAB, Arduino, JAVA, Cell Culturing, PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, Microsoft Office Suite

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