Biomedical Sciences ยท University of Waterloo ยท Class of 2026
Akash
Komalanathan

3rd-year student researcher passionate about healthcare & discovery. Currently contributing to cutting-edge research at SickKids Hospital, driven by a love of chess, markets, and building things from scratch.

๐Ÿฅ SickKids Researcher
โ™Ÿ Chess Player
๐Ÿ“ˆ Investor
๐Ÿ’ป PC Builder
๐ŸŽฎ Top 0.01% OSU
๐ŸŒ English ยท Tamil ยท Korean ยท French
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01 โ€” About Me

Motivated by
curiosity.

I'm a Biomedical Sciences student at the University of Waterloo in my 3rd year, driven by a genuine desire to improve human health and advance medical knowledge. My work spans laboratory research, community service, and a constant hunger to learn.

Since May 2025, I've been a Student Undergraduate Researcher at SickKids Hospital โ€” one of the most prestigious pediatric research hospitals in the world. It's the environment I thrive in: collaborative, fast-paced, detail-oriented.

Outside the lab, I'm obsessed with understanding how things work โ€” whether that's markets, chess positions, CPU architectures, or the optimal EMG activation pattern for a given muscle group.

3rd
Year at UWaterloo
5
PCs Built ยท Record 26 min
6+
Years Tamil Senior Volunteer
4
Languages Known
๐Ÿฉบ
Standard First Aid + CPR-C & AED
Certified emergency response
โš—๏ธ
WHMIS Certification
University of Waterloo
๐Ÿ…
IB Programme Graduate
Michael Power St. Joseph
๐Ÿค
Sri Lankan Tamil Seniors Certificate
5+ Years Volunteer Service
02 โ€” Journey

My path
so far.

2025โ€“26
โ— CURRENT
Student Undergraduate Researcher
SickKids Hospital ยท Toronto, ON

Conducting research at one of North America's leading pediatric hospitals since May 2025, applying scientific rigour to advance medical knowledge in a collaborative research environment.

2022โ€“Now
3rd Year
Honours Bachelor of Science
University of Waterloo ยท Biomedical Sciences

Immersed in a rigorous science program, developing skills in research methodology, clinical understanding, and collaborative problem solving.

2021โ€“22
Experience
Expeditor / Busser
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar

Ensured smooth dining service through meticulous attention to detail, quality verification, and guiding new team members โ€” honing leadership and organizational abilities under real pressure.

2022
Milestone
IB Programme Graduate
Michael Power St. Joseph

Completed the prestigious International Baccalaureate programme, building a strong foundation in critical thinking and global awareness.

2018โ€“20
Volunteer
Student French Volunteer
Hollycrest Middle School

Provided targeted French language support to middle school students, boosting proficiency and confidence while cultivating strong communication and instructional skills.

2014โ€“20
6 Years
Tamil Senior Community Volunteer
Sri Lankan Tamil Seniors Community

Six years designing and delivering programs ranging from recreational workshops to wellness initiatives โ€” fostering social connections and deepening intergenerational bonds. Earned the Sri Lankan Tamil Seniors Volunteer Certificate.

03 โ€” Hobbies

What fires
me up.

โ™Ÿ Chess

Immersed since age 5. My favourite: sacrificing THE ROOOOK for positional dominance. Every defeat is a lesson in refinement and strategic patience.

Since age 5 ยท Tactical Player
๐Ÿ“ˆ Investing

Dissecting market trends and uncovering hidden opportunities. Pattern recognition, calculated risk, and resilience โ€” skills that translate across every domain.

Markets ยท Risk Assessment ยท Patterns
Healthcare
80%
Tech
65%
Finance
55%
Biotech
90%
Retail
40%
๐Ÿ’ก Entrepreneurship

Inspired by my father's ventures. I estimate budgets, identify market opportunities, scope competition โ€” always thinking about the next idea with analytical precision.

Market Research ยท Ideation ยท Strategy
CPU
GPU
RAM
M.2 SSD
PSU
MOBO
AIO Cooler
Case Fans
BIOS OC
๐Ÿ–ฅ PC Building

First build at age 14. Five total โ€” two commissioned. Personal record: 26 minutes. From component research to BIOS overclocking, every build sharpens precision.

5 Builds ยท 26min Record ยท Overclocking
EMG ACTIVATION STUDIES
Chest
88%
Back
92%
Legs
95%
Shoulders
80%
Arms
85%
Also: Volleyball ยท Rock Climbing ยท Sports
๐Ÿ‹ The Gym

Research-driven training using EMG studies to maximise muscle activation. The biggest win? A dramatically improved posture and quality of life. Back soon!

EMG Research ยท Volleyball ยท Rock Climbing
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VALORANT โ€” TOP 3%
LEAGUE OF LEGENDS โ€” TOP 1% / 150M
OSU โ€” TOP 0.01%
๐ŸŽฎ Video Games

Top 0.01% in OSU, top 1% in League (150M players), top 3% in Valorant. Gaming forged elite decision-making, team coordination, and an obsessive drive to improve.

Elite Rank ยท Strategy ยท Reflexes
04 โ€” Skills & Languages

What I
bring.

Core Skills
Research & AnalysisExpert
Communication & InterpersonalExpert
Leadership & OrganizationAdvanced
Critical Thinking & Risk AssessmentAdvanced
Hardware & Technical SystemsAdvanced
Languages
EnglishNative Fluency
TamilNative Fluency
KoreanLimited Working Proficiency
FrenchLimited Working Proficiency
Medical Certifications
SFA Certified
CPR-C & AED
WHMIS Certified
IB Graduate