About Yash Munnaluri, L.E.A.D. Research Fellow
Yashasvi Munnaluri is a high school student with a strong interest in science, math, innovation, and learning. She intends to use these skills to the best of her abilities to make a positive impact. She has an aptitude in recognizing and appreciating intelligence, teamwork, and determination. She is particularly interested in health, and hopes to pursue this interest further in college and beyond.
She is an active member of HOSA Healthcare professionals, earning 1st place in Anatomy and 3rd in Exploring Medical Innovcations (State and Nationals).
As a volunteer at Pomona Valley Hospital, she enjoys working in a clinical setting helping patients directly.
About My Research:
Hands-on Medical Education for Students
Hypothesis
The Impact of Hands-On Health-Science Kits on Clinical Literacy and Physiological Interpretation among Grade 5-6 Students: A Pre-test/Post-test Evaluative Study
We are testing whether the Intervention (Hands-on training with the Health-Science Kit) produces a significant increase in Diagnostic Literacy compared to the baseline knowledge.
Outcomes
Literacy: A statistically significant increase in Diagnostic Literacy and Basic Health-Science Competence among Grade 5-6 students.
Engagement: Measurably increases student engagement and sustained interest in health-related fields.
Skills: Students gain practical competence in Tool Identification, Numerical Data Interpretation, and determining appropriate Action Intent based on health measurements.
Curriculum: Provides a portable, teacher-led training module for hands-on instruction.
Career Pipeline: Sparks student interest in healthcare careers by exposing them to real medical tools.
Foundational Knowledge: Provides essential, practical preparation for future medical studies and health literacy.
Competence: Builds confidence and hands-on skills using devices like the Stethoscope, Pulse Oximeter, and Digital Thermometer.
Validation: Aims for scientific validation (p < 0.05) via Paired T-Test, with results to be disseminated through educational journals and publications.
