Kirithika Vimalanathan Sankarapandian

Kirithika Vimal is a third-year student studying Biochemistry at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, with a minor in Philosophy and Applied Ethics. She has conducted research on transcranial magnetic stimulation in NJIT’s Brain Stimulation Lab, participated in clinical research at University Hospital Newark, and authored multidisciplinary research on Passaic River pollution. Kirithika also completed the Tikkun Olam Makers Fellowship, where she developed experience in disability-inclusive innovation and human-centered design. She now serves as President of TOM at NJIT, leading student teams that develop community-driven, open-source assistive technologies for individuals with disabilities. Kirithika also volunteers as a medical assistant, supporting physicians and providing direct patient care in ambulatory services.