Rhea Dhama
Corona
Summary
First-year Human Biology student at UC San Diego with a strong interest in biomedical research and understanding the molecular mechanisms that influence human health and disease. Motivated to gain hands-on laboratory experience and develop skills in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication. Eager to contribute to collaborative research while learning from mentors and applying coursework to real-world questions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Volunteering Committee Member
Biological Sciences Student Association
San Diego
10.2025 - Current
- Host and attend volunteering events on and off campus, 3+ a quarter.
- Participate in committee meetings to discuss strategic goals and objectives.
National: Public Relations
Health Impact Hub
Riverside
01.2025 - Current
- Developed and maintained website to enhance user engagement and accessibility.
- Promoted and published podcast episodes with healthcare professionals about current issues in healthcare.
Research
Mentee
Riverside
07.2025 - 01.2026
- Research mentee for the cohort study: Long Term Cardiovascular Outcomes of Arrhythmias in Pregnancy.
- Assisted medical students in compacting data and submission of project.
Candidate
Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS)
Corona
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Raise $50,000+ for cancer research.
- Invite guest speakers, cancer survivors and those impacted by cancer, to meetings.
- Partner with local businesses, dental offices, and hospitals to inform people about blood cancer.
Co-Founder/Co-President
Relay For Life Club
Corona
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Write cards for cancer patients at the local hospital.
- Raise $500 by selling chocolate and other events on campus for the American Cancer Society.
Chemistry Lab Assistant
Santiago High School
Corona
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
- Prepared and set up laboratory equipment for experiments.
- Prepared chemical solutions following standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
Intern
ThinkNeuro
Corona
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Researched the legalities behind opioid addiction health policies in Los Angeles California.
- Assisted in data collection for neuroscience research projects.
Education
B.S in Human Biology -
University of California, San Diego
06-2029
High School -
Santiago High School
06-2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Community Outreach
- Project Management
- Time Management
- Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Pipetting
- Lab Safety
- Data Analysis using Excel
Volunteer Experience
- UCSD Pre-Dental Society, Volunteer
- Student Advisory Conference, Research Member, Counselor, A-Team, 9, 10, 11, 12, 8 hr/day, 1 day, (8 hrs/year)
- Pacific Dental Services, Volunteer, 9, 10, 11, 12, 4 hr/week, 12 weeks, (48 hrs/year)
- Guatemala Dental Mission, Volunteer, 11, 9 hr/day, 4 days (36 hrs/yr)
- Corona Regional Hospital Student Volunteer, Volunteer, 11, 4 hrs/week, 8 weeks (32 hrs/year)
Certification
Emergency Medical Technician, Basic- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
Awards
- 2025, AP Capstone: AP Seminar & AP Research
- 2024, Chosen writer for SB 1445
- 2024, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Candidate Award
Timeline
Volunteering Committee Member
Biological Sciences Student Association
10.2025 - Current
Research
Mentee
07.2025 - 01.2026
National: Public Relations
Health Impact Hub
01.2025 - Current
Chemistry Lab Assistant
Santiago High School
08.2024 - 06.2025
Intern
ThinkNeuro
02.2024 - 08.2024
Co-Founder/Co-President
Relay For Life Club
01.2023 - 01.2025
Candidate
Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS)
01.2022 - 01.2025
B.S in Human Biology -
University of California, San Diego
High School -
Santiago High School