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==Biography== | ==Biography== | ||
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Avani Sharma is a student | Avani Sharma is a student at McMaster University studying Biomedical Engineering. Prior to moving to the UAE, she lived in Canada for 8 years. She is intrigued by the exploration of the field of sciences. She plans to pursue a career in the medical field especially as applied to the neurological domain of medical knowledge. | ||
== Core Competencies == | == Core Competencies == | ||
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==Education== | ==Education== | ||
GEMS American Academy | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 2014 – | GEMS American Academy | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 2014 – 2019 | ||
Webber Academy | Calgary, Canada | 2013 – 2014 | Webber Academy | Calgary, Canada | 2013 – 2014 | ||
== Leadership/Activities == | == Leadership/Activities == | ||
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Engaged and served patients with traumatic brain injury to provide an environment for effective recuperation. Avani worked towards the program's mission "to build upon the compassionate framework to share interactions of humanity that foster comfort, connection, and recovery for patients with TBI.” Avani engaged in personalized activities with the patients and formed a relationship that consists of trust. | Engaged and served patients with traumatic brain injury to provide an environment for effective recuperation. Avani worked towards the program's mission "to build upon the compassionate framework to share interactions of humanity that foster comfort, connection, and recovery for patients with TBI.” Avani engaged in personalized activities with the patients and formed a relationship that consists of trust. | ||
'''GEMS- GMU Research Program | 2017- | '''GEMS- GMU Research Program | 2017- 2019''' | ||
Avani is working with the faculty of Gulf Medical University in UAE to write a final research paper. This program covers extensive research problem-solving, assignments and projects with on campus lessons and mentorship throughout the program. | Avani is working with the faculty of Gulf Medical University in UAE to write a final research paper. This program covers extensive research problem-solving, assignments and projects with on campus lessons and mentorship throughout the program. | ||
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Interacted with patients, asked physicians about the profession, and developed a sense of compassion, as well as service. Avani was exposed to different departments and their functions: Pain/Neuro Clinic, HVI Clinic, Respiratory Clinic, Acute Case, Occupation Health, Laboratory and Infection Control, Acute Care, and Pharmacy. | Interacted with patients, asked physicians about the profession, and developed a sense of compassion, as well as service. Avani was exposed to different departments and their functions: Pain/Neuro Clinic, HVI Clinic, Respiratory Clinic, Acute Case, Occupation Health, Laboratory and Infection Control, Acute Care, and Pharmacy. | ||
'''We Charity, Free the Children | 2011- 2019''' | |||
'''We Charity, Free the Children | 2011- | |||
Leading several campaigns as the Youth Leader to combat issues such as the lack of education, health, water, opportunity, and food. Participated in the first WE Conference in Canada, and was selected as a delegate to the WE Day Concert for two years. | Leading several campaigns as the Youth Leader to combat issues such as the lack of education, health, water, opportunity, and food. Participated in the first WE Conference in Canada, and was selected as a delegate to the WE Day Concert for two years. | ||
'''TEDxYouth@GAA | | '''TEDxYouth@GAA | September 2017- June 2018''' | ||
Organized the Second TEDx Youth Event under the theme, “Start with a Yes” for GEMS American Academy, scheduled to occur in April, 2017. Avani is leading a team of over 35 members for the event in the capacity of Organizer/ Curator and licensee by TED. | Organized the Second TEDx Youth Event under the theme, “Start with a Yes” for GEMS American Academy, scheduled to occur in April, 2017. Avani is leading a team of over 35 members for the event in the capacity of Organizer/ Curator and licensee by TED. | ||
'''TEDxYouth@GAA | September 2016- June 2017''' | |||
'''TEDxYouth@GAA | June 2017''' | |||
Organized the First TEDx Youth Event under the theme, “Creative Frontiers” for GEMS American Academy. Avani led a team of 30 volunteers for the event in the capacity of Organizer/ Curator and licensee by TED. | Organized the First TEDx Youth Event under the theme, “Creative Frontiers” for GEMS American Academy. Avani led a team of 30 volunteers for the event in the capacity of Organizer/ Curator and licensee by TED. | ||
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'''World Scholar’s Cup | 2014- 2017''' | '''World Scholar’s Cup | 2014- 2017''' | ||
Head of junior varsity and varsity team since 2014. Recipient of | Head of junior varsity and varsity team since 2014. Recipient of Honour Medal- School Top Scholars in Regionals for the past three years. Shortlisted as top five scholars selected to participate in Global Round. | ||
'''Key Club | 2017''' | '''Key Club | 2017''' | ||
Participated in several charity drives and awareness campaigns for the betterment of the school and general community. | Participated in several charity drives and awareness campaigns for the betterment of the school and general community. Contributed to the charity drive in collaboration with Operation Smile for donations towards helping children born cleft lips receive a new smile. | ||
'''India in A Day | 2017''' | '''India in A Day | 2017''' | ||
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Co-directed a crowd-sourced film directed by Richie Mehta and produced by Ridley Scott, Anurag Kashyap, and so on. | Co-directed a crowd-sourced film directed by Richie Mehta and produced by Ridley Scott, Anurag Kashyap, and so on. | ||
'''Google Code-in | December 2016''' | '''Google Code-in | December 2016, December 2017''' | ||
Participated and worked with multiple open source software organization with tasks ranging from coding, documentation, outreach/ research, and user interface design. | Participated and worked with multiple open source software organization with tasks ranging from coding, documentation, outreach/ research, and user interface design. Received a digital certificate and prize. | ||
== Skills and Interests == | == Skills and Interests == | ||
'''Technical:''' | '''Technical:''' User Interface of Design, Adobe, Microsoft Office, JavaScript, Final Cut Pro, iMovie | ||
'''Languages:''' Fluent- English, Hindi '''|''' Conversational- French, Arabic | '''Languages:''' Fluent- English, Hindi '''|''' Conversational- French, Arabic | ||
'''Arts:''' Violin (2012- present), Flute (2011- present), Oil Painting, Acrylic Painting | '''Arts:''' Violin (2012- present), Flute (2011- present), Oil Painting, Acrylic Painting | ||
Revision as of 12:22, 29 June 2019
Avani Sharma
Email: avani.smnotra@gmail.com
Biography
Avani Sharma is a student at McMaster University studying Biomedical Engineering. Prior to moving to the UAE, she lived in Canada for 8 years. She is intrigued by the exploration of the field of sciences. She plans to pursue a career in the medical field especially as applied to the neurological domain of medical knowledge.
Core Competencies
Avani's work ethics are commitment, hard work, and passion for knowledge. She has great interest in leadership and contributing to her community by developing her organization and management skills. She is always prepared to go the extra mile for precision and accuracy in her work and is determine to grow and succeed in the career of her choice. A global citizen, she has traveled extensively across India, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates. She wants to make a difference in the world by making a positive contribution to the betterment of society and lesser privileged communities.
Education
GEMS American Academy | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 2014 – 2019
Webber Academy | Calgary, Canada | 2013 – 2014
Leadership/Activities
Brain Builders Program | March 2018- April 2018
Engaged and served patients with traumatic brain injury to provide an environment for effective recuperation. Avani worked towards the program's mission "to build upon the compassionate framework to share interactions of humanity that foster comfort, connection, and recovery for patients with TBI.” Avani engaged in personalized activities with the patients and formed a relationship that consists of trust.
GEMS- GMU Research Program | 2017- 2019
Avani is working with the faculty of Gulf Medical University in UAE to write a final research paper. This program covers extensive research problem-solving, assignments and projects with on campus lessons and mentorship throughout the program.
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | December 2017- April 2018
Assisted and was directly involved in the labor and delivery department and performed their duties. Avani worked directly with physicians and patients in departments of her interest for 75hr. She understood the patient to physician relationship that is established in the multiple professions of the medical field by shadowing the doctors in the department.
Wikidoc.org | 2017- present
Avani is an online remote contributor from Abu Dhabi. Editing content and updating the medications pages on the site. The position requires excellent English grammar and writing skills, attention to detail, and proficiency using different computer software. She works directly with the team in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi | August 2017
Interacted with patients, asked physicians about the profession, and developed a sense of compassion, as well as service. Avani was exposed to different departments and their functions: Pain/Neuro Clinic, HVI Clinic, Respiratory Clinic, Acute Case, Occupation Health, Laboratory and Infection Control, Acute Care, and Pharmacy.
We Charity, Free the Children | 2011- 2019
Leading several campaigns as the Youth Leader to combat issues such as the lack of education, health, water, opportunity, and food. Participated in the first WE Conference in Canada, and was selected as a delegate to the WE Day Concert for two years.
TEDxYouth@GAA | September 2017- June 2018
Organized the Second TEDx Youth Event under the theme, “Start with a Yes” for GEMS American Academy, scheduled to occur in April, 2017. Avani is leading a team of over 35 members for the event in the capacity of Organizer/ Curator and licensee by TED.
TEDxYouth@GAA | September 2016- June 2017
Organized the First TEDx Youth Event under the theme, “Creative Frontiers” for GEMS American Academy. Avani led a team of 30 volunteers for the event in the capacity of Organizer/ Curator and licensee by TED.
World Scholar’s Cup | 2014- 2017
Head of junior varsity and varsity team since 2014. Recipient of Honour Medal- School Top Scholars in Regionals for the past three years. Shortlisted as top five scholars selected to participate in Global Round.
Key Club | 2017
Participated in several charity drives and awareness campaigns for the betterment of the school and general community. Contributed to the charity drive in collaboration with Operation Smile for donations towards helping children born cleft lips receive a new smile.
India in A Day | 2017
Co-directed a crowd-sourced film directed by Richie Mehta and produced by Ridley Scott, Anurag Kashyap, and so on.
Google Code-in | December 2016, December 2017
Participated and worked with multiple open source software organization with tasks ranging from coding, documentation, outreach/ research, and user interface design. Received a digital certificate and prize.
Skills and Interests
Technical: User Interface of Design, Adobe, Microsoft Office, JavaScript, Final Cut Pro, iMovie
Languages: Fluent- English, Hindi | Conversational- French, Arabic
Arts: Violin (2012- present), Flute (2011- present), Oil Painting, Acrylic Painting