Antra Gundry

OVERVIEW

Antra Gundry, a 5th-year Ph.D. student working in the Biomedical Microdevices and Nanotechnology Lab, is currently engaged in developing an innovative electrochemical biosensor platform that enables rapid diagnosis and timely management of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) for both at-home and near-patient use. UTI is a common bacterial infection that affects millions of people worldwide, with women being more vulnerable to it than men. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent serious complications, such as kidney damage, sepsis, and even mortality.

Antra received the convergence grant for her groundbreaking research, which gave her the opportunity to present her findings at the 33rd Anniversary World Congress on Biosensors in Busan, South Korea. ” I will have the opportunity to connect and get feedback from the best and the brightest in my field.” Antra said, “I am deeply honored and grateful to receive this grant.”

Antra’s passion is fueled by her desire to improve women’s health, particularly in resource-poor settings where affordable healthcare is limited. “As a firm believer in the importance of accessible and affordable healthcare for all, contributing to this cause through my research is deeply personal and emotional for me,” says Antra.

Antra’s advisor, Dr. Shalini Prasad, has been an invaluable role model and a source of unwavering support throughout her Ph.D. journey. Dr. Prasad’s unrelenting passion for research has inspired Antra to contribute to the field of accessible and affordable healthcare for all.

Working in an interdisciplinary team with experts from various fields, including engineering, medicine, materials science, and biology, has further fueled Antra’s passion for this project. “It has allowed me to approach the problem from multiple perspectives and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in developing this device.”

Antra Gundry’s research is poised to revolutionize the field of healthcare and improve the lives of millions of people worldwide. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors and eagerly anticipate the results of her research.