MUSKAAN CHHIBBER

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/muskaan-chhibber-5b0a1411b/?ppe=1-630-***-****; adg0p6@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL 08/10/2016-December 2019 B.Sc., Neuroscience

Minor, Philosophy

Societies: Soroptimist Club (Chicago Chapter), Women in Science & Engineering, Association of Pre-Medicine Students

HONORS & AWARDS

Latin Honors: Cum Laude & Distinction in Neuroscience December 2019

• Awarded Latin honors and distinction in neuroscience for maintaining a high GPA and successfully completing an independent research project in the neurosurgery lab respectively.

Founder & President, Nurture Nature, Non-Profit Organization January 2016-Present

• Recognized by Delhi Government as one of the youngest founders of an authorized Non- Profit Organization. Affiliated with United Nations Environment Program and Clean UP the World, Australia.

Forbes 30 under 30 list: nominee September,2019

• Nominated by UI health, Community health department to be placed on this list. Acceptances to be announced in December.

Summer Scholar, Fellowship Program, UI Health June,2019

• Accepted by UI Health, Dept. of Pediatrics to be a summer fellow under Dr.Klein to conduct a project on tobacco control and prevention.

Jane Adams Award: Community Service and Leadership April,2019

• Sole recipient of this award recognizing my distinguished community service and leadership at UIC.

David E. Featherstone Scholarship May,2019

• This scholarship is presented to a student with an ‘out-of-box’ research idea by the Neuroscience department. Project: Magnetic Kyphoplasty, comparison of cytotoxicity of drugs. Department: UI Health, Neurosurgery.

Chancellors Student Service and Leadership Award April,2019

• Received this award at the Chancellors student service and leadership ceremony for displaying the virtues of an exceptional leader and volunteer. Dean’s List, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences May,2019

• Recognizes students who have earned at least a 3.5 grade point average in a given semester, name placed for 6 semesters.

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Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society May,2019

• Inducted into Phi Kappa Phi, for being amongst the top 7.5% of my class at UIC. Nu Rho Psi, Neuroscience Honors Society May,2019

• Inducted into Nu Rho Psi for excelling in academic coursework as a neuroscience major. Activities Honors Society May,2019

• Inducted into Activities Honors Society for accomplishing more than 200 hours on executive board of three organizations at UIC.

Acknowledgement: JAMA Network November,2018

• Acknowledged by Dept. of Pediatrics on their paper titled, ‘Effect of Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Humanistic and Interpersonal Training vs Internet-Based General Health Education on Adolescent Depression in Primary Care’ for data analysis.

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Pramerica Spirit of Community Service Award May,2016

• Received this award for being the youngest founder of a Non-profit organization and excelling in leadership and service endeavors.

Story of the month, Better India Magazine May,2016

• The leading magazine in India published the story about my service ventures under their

‘story of the month’ section.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

UI Health Dept. of Pediatrics – Chicago, IL June 2019-present

• Title: ‘Second-Hand Smoke Exposure and RMCH Guidelines in Low and Middle Income countries'

• Evaluated RMCH guidelines for low-middle income countries to determine if mention of tobacco in these guidelines can be correlated to postpartum complications that could be related to tobacco use (like low-birth weight, congenital malformations etc).

• PI’s: Dr.Jonathan Klein: UI Health, Dept. of Pediatrics & Dr.Ahluwalia: CDC UI Health Dept. of Neurosurgery – Chicago, IL June 2018-Present

• Title: ‘Synthesis of drug bound to magnetic nanoparticles and comparing their cytotoxicity for the treatment of cancer metastasis to spinal Column'

• Performed magnetic kyphoplasty on porcine and rat models and compared prostate cancer drugs and their cytotoxicity’s for prostate cancer.

• PI: Dr. Ankit Mehta, UI Health, Dept. of Neurosurgery: Muskaan Chhibber – 720 S Aberdeen Street – 630-***-**** 3

Plastic Surgery, Rush University– Chicago, IL December 2018-present

• Title: ‘Plastic Surgery the Meeting (PSTM) comparison study’

§ Compared the H-index of different plastic surgeons who have been published in reputable journals and find correlations with their type of papers and range of topics.

§ PI: Dr.Amir Dorafshar – Rush Univeristy, Dept. of Plastic Surgery UI Health, Department of Pediatrics– Chicago, IL August 2018-January 2018

• Title: ‘Path Study: Motivational Interview Fidelity Analysis’

§ Evaluated interviewers of the motivational interviews using Behavioral Change Index coding mechanism.

§ PI: Dr.James Ronayne – UI Health, Department of Pediatrics Cells Trans Lab, Neurobiology – Chicago, IL August 2018-January 2018

• Title: ‘Insulin Therapy Treatment for Diabetes’

§ Performed basic lab work, polymerase chain reactions, data collection and analysis.

§ PI: Peter Rios – Cells Trans, Neurobiology Lab

Psychiatry Department, UI Health – Chicago, IL August 2018-December 2018

• Title: ‘Interviews of mothers pre & postpartum’

§ Helped in coding interviews, analyzing data and collaborating with fellow RA’s.

§ PI: Hillary Rowe – Cells Trans, Neurobiology Lab Indian Institute of Research and Sciences - India August 2014-January 2016

• Title: ‘White fly exposure on ‘BT Cotton plants’’

§ Worked with agriculturists and analyzed data on exposure of white flies to humans through B-T cotton plant, formulate relevant hypothesis and presented at First level of Google Science Fair.

§ PI: Dr.Anand – IIRS, Agriculture Lab

PUBLICATIONS

• Chhibber,M., Bansa.,M, “Community health worker Model for Health Care Delivery and Environment Programs focused on CHW Initiatives”,'Journal of Earth Science & Climate Change' (ISSN: 2157-7617)- Published.

• Chhibber,M., Bansa.,M et al, “Community health worker Model (CHW) for Health Care Delivery and Environment Programs focused on CHW Initiatives”,'E-Abstract, Netherlands,Paris- Published.

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• Chhibber,M., Bansa,M., “Community Health Engagement Model”, Journal of Community Health- Submitted.

• Chhibber, M., Ronayne, J., et al, ‘Face to face: deconstructing polysemy, and exploring racial inequalities in surveillance for statutory child abuse.’, Social Work in Public Health Journal-Submitted.

• Selvan, P., Chhibber, M., Mehta, A., "Review of Bone Graft Products in Spine Surgery: Evidence and Cost Analysis", Spine Journal- Submitted. PRESENTATIONS

Poster Presentation, National Rural Health Association July 2020

• Presented my poster titled, 'Community Health Worker Model for Health Care Delivery and Environment Programs from collaboratively collected data between The USA and India' at the 43rd National Rural Health Association Conference. Participated virtually, attended keynote presentations, and showcased my research model. Poster presentation consisted of a video recording explaining my research model and an e- poster for the audience.

Linkedin Workshop Presentation, UIC Liberal Arts & Sciences March 2020

• Guest speaker at the inaugural LinkedIn-Workshop hosted by the UIC Career development department. Helped students to update their profiles by using a section by section approach. Shared my experiences and success stories about using this resource to navigate through job and internships search and connecting with individuals. Poster Presentation, Climate Change Conference, Netherland March 2020

• Presented poster titled "Community health workers model for health care delivery and environment programs” at an E-conference in Amsterdam, Netherlands, First Author, Dept. of Community Health Engagement

Poster Presentation, UI College of Medicine Research Forum November 2019

• Presented poster titled “Second-Hand Smoke Exposure and RMCH Guidelines in Low- and Middle-Income countries at UI College of Medicine's Research Forum 2019. First- author, Dept. of Pediatrics

Summer Fellowship Project Presentation – Chicago, IL May 2019

• Presented project titled, “Second-Hand Smoke Exposure and RMCH Guidelines in Low- and Middle-Income countries', Co-author, Fellowship Presentation, Dept. of Pediatrics United Nations Youth Summit on Climate Change- Virtual Presentation May 2019 Muskaan Chhibber – 720 S Aberdeen Street – 630-***-**** 5

• Submitted abstract for virtual presentation in the form of a ‘video’ addressing climate change and ways to combat it using youth power force. SERVICE & LEADERSHIP

Intern – UIC College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Internship program 2019-present

• Selected to be a part of LAS, UIC team of interns for 2019. Internship project will be at the Dept. of Pediatrics, mentored by Dr.Klein.

Youth Ambassador - Bhatt Foundation 2019-present

• Goals include promoting education for girls in India, Honduras and Africa, organizing awareness camps in these countries and visiting them to showcase the importance of education.

Emergency Medical Technician – University of Illinois 2018-present

• Successfully passed EMT-B course at UIC in Spring 2018, registered to take the licensure exam- State & National in August 2019. Completed 40+ hours of rotations. Recruitment Head, CHW Intern - Community Health Dept. UI health 2018- Present

• Managed a team of 20 recruits, organized Community health events, lead sponsor meetings and allocated duties and responsibilities. Public Relations Head - Delta Epsilon MU Fraternity 2016- Present

• Inducted as an active member, elected as PR in Spring 2019 and worked on social media, philanthropy events and community outreach at a national level. Public Relations Head, Secretary – Indian Student Association 2016- Present

• Presented the agenda of diversity and culture representation by organizing cultural events, talent shows and coordinating with other organizations and clubs at UIC. Tutor- NLVS Tutoring Service 2016-2018

• Tutored five students in subjects ranging from math to biology and provided extensive notes and flowcharts.

Election Officer - National Society of Collegiate Scholars 2016-2019

• Offered membership to National Society of Collegiate Scholars at UIC for achieving a GPA above 3.5. Elected as their Elections Officer to organize elections for members and to manage activities for the incoming members

Secretary – Pathway to Biology Club 2017-2019

• Appointed by biology faculty to promote tutoring and volunteering at college-prep- schools. Edited their monthly editorial and talked about benefits of research. Student Coordinator – Philosophy Reading Club 2017-2019

• Appointed by philosophy faculty to start a reading club and recruit interested students to talk about famous readings, express views and collaborate. Organizer – Clean UP Drive & Promotion Event 2018-2019 Muskaan Chhibber – 720 S Aberdeen Street – 630-***-**** 6

• Organized clean up events with leading organizations at UIC and support from Association of Culture & Diversity. Post-event reflection talks were encouraged and recorded for future events.

Student Observer – Department of Pediatrics, UI Health 2017 -2019

• Observed Dr.Klein & Dr.Ronayne at the clinic, understood patient-physician interactions, note-taking skills and learnt about the methods of initial check-ups with infants. Student Observer – Department of Plastic Surgery, Rush University 2018-2019

• Observed Dr.Dorafshar and his team, attended morning rounds, watched surgical procedures including amputations and learnt about the basics of surgery. Student Observer – Department of Emergency Medicine, UI Health 2016-2019

• Observed Dr.Chamberlain, learnt about a variety of procedures- spinal taps, resuscitations etc.; managed to accompany the attending during rounds, converse about the procedures and interactions and watch the steps during a physical exam. Student Observer – Department of Cardiology, Rush Copely 2018-2019

• Observed Dr.Shah during interventional cardiology procedures, learnt the intricacies and critical necessities of the procedures for stenting. Special Service Volunteer – Rush University 2017-2019

• Transported patients, managed volunteer schedules and arranged greeting cards and parcels for the patients.

Volunteer - Illinois Medical District House & Ronald McDonald House 2017-2019

• Volunteered at IMD & RM House, delivered food and groceries, prepared dinner, talked to the housemates and organized activities.

Babysitter – Naperville, IL 2016-2019

• Looked after two infants, accompanied them to museums and parks and taught them rhymes and alphabets.

Exchange Student – Alliance Francaise, Rouen, France 2015

• Attended a two-week exchange program, recruited by Alliance Francaise, Delhi and took classes at the Embassy in Rouen.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Research Associate- UI Health, Department of Pediatrics February 2020- Present

• Recruiting participants for the clinical research study focusing on depression in adolescents. Working on a recruitment model, research design and interventions for clinical depression.

Medical Scribe- Rush University, Medical Center

February 2020- Present

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• Working as a medical scribe at the ENT Surgery Department. Tasks include taking notes, charting and assisting the physician with diagnosis, treatment plan and assessments.

Medical Assistant- Nava Seggal Pediatrics Clinic

September 2019- December 2019

• Managed medical records, scheduled appointments with patients, checked relevant health insurances and examined incoming patients’ vitals Teaching Assistant- Physics Department, University of Illinois at Chicago August 2019- December 2019

• Appointed as a student assistant for physics 131, working with the faculty to review problems, quizzes and exams. Duties include- helping in reviews, timing the problems and organizing the material.

Tutor- Port Academic Center, Athletics Center, University of Illinois at Chicago January 2019-May 2019

• Worked with athletes and tutored for several hours every week, used a worksheet- flowchart teaching approach for better understanding. Data Analyst- Department of Pediatrics, UI Health, Chicago, IL May 2018 – September 2018

• Worked as a data analyst on PATH Project lead by Dr. Voorhees. Coordinated with the statisticians and analysts to code on REDCap and analyzed data for their leading paper for JAMA Network

Office Aide- Vice Chancellor & Provost Office, University of Illinois at Chicago November 2017- December 2018

• Tasks included managing appointments of the Provost and Associate Provost/Chief of Staffs, creating presentations for meetings and organizing events including- Provosts Leadership Summit, Retreats and conferences.

Undergraduate Grader – Math Department, University of Illinois at Chicago January 2017-May 2017

• Appointed as a Grader in Spring 2017 for the Math department after scoring in the 100th percentile in Pre-calculus. Graded Math homework and quizzes for Math-121 (Algebra). SKILLS

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Macintosh. LANGUAGES

Hindi (fluent), English (fluent), Punjabi (Advanced), Urdu (satisfactory), French (satisfactory): Completed level A2 with diploma from Alliance Francaise, Delhi. Muskaan Chhibber – 720 S Aberdeen Street – 630-***-**** 8

HOBBIES & INTERESTS

Martial Arts, working out, Pilates, basketball, reading & dancing

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