
Field of Study:
Public Health
Home Institution in the U.S.:
LECOM, NPGH Consortium, Greensburg, PA
Host Institution in Nepal:
Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Dhulikhel
Start Month/Year in Nepal:
August 2024
Duration of Grant:
Nine months
Shaun Ranade
Shaun Ranadé, a third-year medical student from New York, holds three degrees from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU): an MS in biomedical engineering; a BS in biological sciences; and a BA in Japanese studies. With a strong background in biology and bioengineering, he is focused on pursuing a career in internal medicine.
Shaun’s interest in global public health took shape during his undergraduate years, during which time he played a key role in founding CMU’s chapter of Global Public Health Brigades and in organizing successful trips to Honduras with a student team. Prior to his medical studies, Shaun gained valuable experience working in corporate R & D, focusing on cell therapy research, biotechnology intellectual property prosecution for the U.S. government, as well as engagements in life science investment banking and consulting.
Shaun’s Fulbright-Fogarty project is researching how the continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology can improve the management of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and maternal and neonatal outcomes in Nepal. The study is assessing the associations between CGM metrics and newborn outcomes, including neonatal hypoglycemia and delivery methods, while characterizing glucose trajectories during pregnancy. For the research, a provider focus group is evaluating the impact of CGM data on clinical decision-making and treatment adjustments. Additionally, the project is exploring the feasibility, acceptability, and usability of CGM in resource-limited settings.