Varshaa Venkitesh

Varshaa Venkitesh is a third-year student studying Applied Physics at Rutgers University–New Brunswick. Her research experience includes using molecular dynamics simulations to investigate interactions between lung surfactant components and the coronavirus virion membrane. She is currently conducting research in quantum chemistry. At Rutgers, Varshaa serves as secretary of the RU Makers Club and as a Peer Mentor for first-year Honors College students.