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• 1 2019-05-07T22:01:48+00:00 Reflections from a Pre-Med Student 18 plain 2019-05-15T15:45:26+00:00 Medicine today has evolved completely, in respect to Influenza, not only have we been able to identify it but have provided multiple resources which prevent individuals from obtaining it. Whether that be through a flu vaccine, preventative actions, and flu antiviral drugs. Today the flu vaccine is specific to individuals and is not a "one for all". This allows us to truly see how medicine not only has evolved but has come close to perfection. I also would like to have similar impact on the community. As a result I have chosen a couple topics which mean a lot to me, including Alzheimers and Cancer.
  
  Currently, I work in Dr. Subash Jonnalagadda's research lab in which I handle the Organic Chemistry Research portion of the lab. In which I primarily deal with identifying new reagents as well as synthesizing new reactions of biologically active natural products. On the other hand, I also the medicinal chemistry portion of the lab; where designing and synthesizing new potential anti-cancer agents and evaluating them using spectroscopy. We have been developing aza and bora-heterocyclic compounds and betulin-based natural product derivatives as anti-cancer agents.Below is the structure of betulin and is naturally occuring on the bark of birch trees:
  
  Additionally, in collaboration with Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine (RSOM), we have also identified few Withaferin-serotonin conjugates as potential therapeutic options for the treatment of Alzheimers’ Disease. Taking a look at my future in research and as a potential provider for the citizens of Glassboro. I intent on attending medical school in 2021, hopefully here in Glassboro at Rowan's School of Osteopathic Medicine. As I try to get one step closer in specializing in Emergency Medicine. Working in the Emergency Room would be a dream come true for myself. In the later end of my life; I see myself expanding my research even further as many of my family and friends are effected my cancer and Alzheimers.