Hi, I'm Shourya!

I’m an engineering student at Georgia Tech passionate about technology that improves peoples’ lives. I love the combination of hardware, software, and electronics, which is also why I love robotics. I enjoy applying robotics to various fields like medical technology.

How I Got To BME

In high school, I learned one of my engineering classmates’ mothers dealt with a condition called trigger finger. She had difficulty grasping common objects. I was familiar with the pain she felt everyday, having recovered from surgery myself—I struggled to get around daily, and wrestled particularly with stairs. Hoping to help, I teamed up with two classmates to build a mechanized glove that sensed when the affected finger was stuck and assisted in unlocking it. When our prototype showed promise, it sparked my curiosity about how engineering could improve patients’ lives.

What I’m Doing Now

I’m now studying Biomedical and Electrical Engineering at GT! I’m working on many biotech projects, including slip-detection methods for a prosthetic hand at GT Medical Robotics Club, a wireless bite-switch and joystick to allow an individual with cerebral palsy to control his computer as part of the TOM GT organization, and a smart tourniquet to reduce complications from emergency use at GT MedTechHack. I’m also developing MRI-safe needle-placement robots at the GT Biomedical Mechatronics Lab.

Beyond STEM

I strive to get involved in my community and help others through modes beyond STEM, too. Last semester, I took a Medical Spanish course to improve my skills as a Spanish Medical Interpreter. Last year, to honor U.S. veterans, I led a clarinet ensemble in performing patriotic songs. Throughout high school, as president of my temple’s youth group, I oversaw 5 free/low-cost programs for youth, as well as 20+ cultural events, blood and charity drives, and community cleanups. And, for my Eagle Scout Service Project, I led the creation of an interfaith-themed free library at my temple to promote tolerance of all religions.

Hobbies

Basketball: My favorite sport, which I’ve been playing since 5 years old. I also follow the NBA, and my favorite team is the Bulls!

Video Games: I enjoy playing FIFA, 2K, Madden, and more on my Xbox.

Reading: Mystery books like The Hardy Boys and Sherlock Holmes are the most interesting reads for me.