Krithika Shanmugasundaram
About Krithika Shanmugasundaram
Krithika Shanmugasundaram serves as Chief Fellow at The National Institutes of Health since 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and completed her medical education at the University of Michigan Medical School.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Krithika Shanmugasundaram has been serving as Chief Fellow at the National Institutes of Health since 2020. In this role, she contributes to various research initiatives and collaborates with other professionals in the field of biomedical research. Her tenure at NIH spans four years, during which she has engaged in projects that align with the institute's mission to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability.
Education and Expertise
Krithika Shanmugasundaram earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. Following her undergraduate education, she attended the University of Michigan Medical School from 2012 to 2016, furthering her expertise in the medical field. This educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in both biological sciences and medical training.
Previous Experience at Emory University
Before her current position at the National Institutes of Health, Krithika Shanmugasundaram worked as an Assistant Professor at Emory University School of Medicine from 2016 to 2020. During her four years at Emory, she was involved in teaching and research, contributing to the academic environment and supporting the development of future medical professionals.