Nisha Koppala
About Nisha Koppala
Nisha Koppala is a Lab Technician at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where she has worked since 2018. She specializes in research on polycystic kidney disease and nephronophthisis, having previously interned at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Nisha Koppala has been employed as a Lab Technician at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2018. In this role, she has been actively involved in conducting experiments related to affected kidneys. Her work focuses on research pertaining to polycystic kidney disease and nephronophthisis. Koppala's contributions are significant in advancing the understanding of these conditions within the pediatric population.
Previous Experience at Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Before her current position, Nisha Koppala worked as a Research Intern at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 2017. This internship lasted for two months and took place in the Bronx, New York. During this time, she gained valuable experience in a research environment, which contributed to her professional development in the field of laboratory science.
Education and Expertise
Nisha Koppala earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology from the University of Pittsburgh, where she studied from 2016 to 2020. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in microbiological principles, which she applies in her current research and laboratory work. Additionally, she completed her high school education at Ridge High School from 2012 to 2016.
Role as Transplant Guardian Angel
In addition to her responsibilities as a Lab Technician, Nisha Koppala has been serving as a Transplant Guardian Angel at UPMC since 2018. This role involves supporting patients and their families throughout the transplant process, ensuring they receive the necessary care and guidance during a critical time in their healthcare journey.