Tapan Sharma(608) 421-4430 ∙ stapan247@gmail.com ∙ 414 S Mills St, Madison, WI 53715

EXECUTIVE SUMMARYAn energetic and motivated individual with a vast array of knowledge and skills in medical biology, scientificresearch, critical analysis, and problem solving, which are all highly valued in the healthcare industry. The quicklearning, exemplary work ethic, and strong interpersonal skills, personify a professional who can provideimpeccable results in autonomy, as well as, a team environment.EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

University of Wisconsin-Madison, Bachelor of ScienceFall 2011- Fall 2015Major: Biology - Neurobiology focusRARC certification for Rat Handling and Surgery - UW Madison, 2012 -2015HIPPA Certified for Clinical Research 2012 - 2015

AWARDS:AP Scholar with HonorsGreat People ScholarBest Poster Award: UW SMPH Neurosurgery Research Day 2014PUBLICATIONS:

Manuscript:Amgad S. Hanna, Daniel L. Thompson, Daniel J. Hellenbrand, Jae-Sung Lee, Casey J. Madura, Meredith G.Wesley, Natalie J. Dillon, Tapan Sharma, Connor J. Enright, and William L. Murphy. Sustained Release ofNeurotrophin-3 via Calcium Phosphate Coated Sutures Promotes Axonal Regeneration after Spinal CordInjury. Accepted February 2015, Journal of Neuroscience Research.Research Editorial:

Tapan Sharma, BS. Gusthavo Cândido Pereira Alves, BS. John S. Kuo, MD PhD. ‘Inhibiting the Inhibitors’ tosupport axonal regeneration. February 2016, Science Times-Neurosurgery. University of Wisconsin, Madison.Poster Presentations:Hanna, A., Hellenbrand, D.J., Wesley, M.G., Sharma, T., Dillon, N.J., Enright, C.J., Fischer, K.J., Bjerregaard, R.,Madura, C.J., Thompson, D.L. and Lee, J., Treating Spinal Cord Injury with Peripheral Nerve Grafts andNeurotrophin-3 Releasing Sutures. Congress of Neurological Surgeons, October 21-23, 2013, San Francisco,CA.Sharma T, Pulito DJ, Reichl KA, Hellenbrand DJ, Hanna A. Recording Compound Action Potentials in Ratsafter Spinal Cord Injury. November 2015, Department of Neurological Surgery Research Day. University ofWisconsin, Madison.Reichl KA, Sharma T, Pulito DJ, Hellenbrand DJ, Hanna A. Comparison of Rat Spinal Cord Injury Models.November 2015, Department of Neurological Surgery Research Day. University of Wisconsin, Madison.Sharma T, Enright CJ, St. Peter TJ, Dillon NJ, Wesley MG, Hellenbrand DJ, Hanna A. Treating Spinal CordInjuries with Nerve Grafts and Sutures Releasing Neurotrophin-3. October 2014, Department of NeurologicalSurgery Research Day. University of Wisconsin, Madison.

Tapan Sharma(608) 421-4430 ∙ stapan247@gmail.com ∙ 414 S Mills St, Madison, WI 53715Dillon NJ, Sharma T, Hellenbrand DJ, Springer RA, Buchholz MM, Hwang E., Peripheral Nerve Grafts asScaffolds for Axonal Growth in the Spinal Cord. University of Wisconsin Undergraduate Symposium.December, 2012. April 2013, Madison, WI.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE:Hanna Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerve Lab – UW SMPH Department of NeurosurgeryRESEARCH ASSISTANT, HEAD STUDENT -- August 2012 - December 2015

Oversaw multiple surgical design projects and neurotherapy studies Collaborated between the Neurosurgery and Biomedical Engineering departments to develop novelFITC-protein binding microsphere treatment assay Trained students in study protocols and research procedures Designed protocols for electrophysiology, Axon Tracing, and Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) models Performed Nerve Grafting, Perfusions, IHC, ELISA analysis, and Fluorescent Microscopy Redesigned project timelines and procedures to be cost and time efficient

Resnick Neuropathic Pain Lab – UW SMPH Department of NeurosurgeryVOLUNTEER RESEARCH ASSISTANT -- August 2015-November 2015 Organized research involving neuropathic pain treatments after Spinal cord injury Taught undergraduate students small animal surgical techniques and research protocol

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Ebling Library for Health Sciences - UW SMPHSTUDENT CIRCULATION ASSISTANT– January 2013-August 2015 Trained new library staff in circulation tasks and library research Brought professionalism and enthusiasm during interactions with patrons and library staff Served as a guide for patrons conducting research and providing other general library services

Aa Dekhen Zara (Indian Dance Competition) – UW – Madison, Overture Center of ArtsBOARD EXECUTIVE AND EVENT MANAGER -- October 2012 - March 2013 Organized a stunning dance competition featuring teams from 10 national universities Led event management and backstage logistics Organized and Coordinated team social events and dance practices

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:Agrace Hospice: Inpatient Unit Volunteer -- October 2014 - present

Provided supportive care for mentally and physically disabled patients experiencing terminalillnessesWingra Family Health Clinic: Health Coach – September 2015 - December 2015

Organized patient appointments through follow up calls Collaborated with primary care providers to advise patients on proper nutrition and communityresources

SKILLS AND HOBBIES:

Tapan Sharma(608) 421-4430 ∙ stapan247@gmail.com ∙ 414 S Mills St, Madison, WI 53715

Scientific Writing Experienced in Fluorescent Microscopy, Immunohistochemistry, ELISA, and biochemical labprocedures Knowledge of HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS theory and applications Preparation of records, reports, and presentations in a laboratory Experience in organization, entry, and management of large data sets using a variety of software Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, data management, and communication Language skills: Fluent in Hindi and English, conversational in Spanish Enjoy Dance, Tennis, Photography, Reading, and Culinary diversity

SELECTED COURSEWORK Oncology Human Physiology Biochemistry Immunology Virology Diseases in Wildlife Bacterial Pathology Microbial Genetics Ecotoxicology

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES:Dr. Amgad S. Hanna, MDAssociate Professor and NeurosurgeonUW Health Department of Neurosurgery600 Highland Ave.Madison, WI 53792Phone: (608) 263-7502Lab Phone: (608) 265-8800E-mail: a.hanna@neurosurgery.wisc.edunote*: Lab Phone will reach Lab Research Specialist Mr. Daniel Hellenbrand who also personally knows thecandidateDr. Gurwattan S. Miranpuri, PhDSenior ScientistDepartment of Neurological SurgeryUniversity of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public HealthK4/882 CSC, 600 Highland AveMadison, WI 53792Phone: 608-263-4049Mobile: 608-658-9016E-mail: g.miranpuri@neurosurgery.wisc.eduMr. Joseph KingLibrary Services Supervisor, Access ServicesEbling Library - Room 2332aHealth Sciences Learning Center750 Highland AvenueMadison, WI 53705-2221Phone: (608) 262-6914E-mail: joseph.king@wisc.edu______________________________________________________