Nandan Dammalapati

Class of 2026 — Virginia, USA

Prospective Elite Programs: Computer Science · Data Science · Cognitive Science · Neuroscience · Biomedical Computation · Bioengineering · Symbolic Systems · AI Engg

High school researcher with experience at Harvard Medical School and the University of Chicago, two peer-reviewed IEEE AI/ML publications, VEX Robotics Worlds qualifier, and co-founder of a STEM initiative reaching 400+ students.

Overview

Profile Snapshot

Nandan is a STEM-focused scholar with a strong foundation in AI, Neuroscience, Biomedical Computation, Cognitive Science and applied data science. He has conducted research at Harvard Medical School and in two cognitive neuroscience labs at the University of Chicago, published machine learning work in IEEE conferences, and leads a high-impact STEM education initiative in his community.

PSAT/NMSQT: National Merit 11 APs 2 IEEE Publications Harvard Med Research UChicago Neuroscience VEX Worlds Qualifier 400+ Students Taught
Fit with Elite

Academic & Intellectual Profile

  • Research-ready in AI, neuroscience, and genomics.
  • Comfortable in interdisciplinary, project-based environments.
  • Experienced in real-world lab settings and collaborative work.
  • Motivated by impact: education, health, and sustainability.
Leadership

Community & Outreach

  • Co-founded a STEM initiative teaching 400+ students.
  • Raised $8,000+ for education and community service initiatives in India.
  • Serves as a mentor, instructor, and role model for younger students.