Meet The Youth Board

Co-Chair

Shreya Ambekar

Shreya Ambekar is a current high school student and one of the youth board members of Science Cardinal. Shreya is deeply passionate about science, reflected through her aspirations for a future in medicine. As a board member, she strives to create engaging scientific activities for students, aiming to make the organization a space for the discovery of interests. Through Science Cardinal, Shreya’s utmost aim is to inspire her peers to explore the realm of science with the same passion that fuels her own pursuits.

Co-Chair

Aarya Wachasunder

Aarya Wachasunder is a sophomore at Littleton High School and is currently in her second year as a ScienceCardinal youth board member. Growing up, she spent a lot of time engaging in science through science fairs and other STEM-based activities. Aarya strives to plan events and activities in which young students can also further their STEM education in a fun, encouraging environment.

Director of Outreach and Public Relations

Arohan Pathak

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Director of Communications

Karthik Babu

My name is Karthik Babu and I am a junior at Weatford Academy, in Westford, Massachusetts. I’m the director of communications currently, and work alongside the rest of the executive board to help plan and promote events in Massachusetts.i wanted to be a part of this organization because I have always  been interested in Science and think it’s one of the most important things for kids to learn and develop. 

Director of Curriculum

Krish Babu

Krish Babu is a junior at Westford Academy, and this is his second year as a Science Cardinal youth board member. Krish is motivated to make Science Cardinal both fun and informative for children, as he believes it is important to teach children science, but even more important for them to have fun. He has experience volunteering at elementary school science fairs and summer camps and has worked with teaching children robotics, so he has acquired many skills and ideas that he hopes to contribute to Science Cardinal.

Director of Finance

Siddarth Padamati

Siddarth Padamati, the Financial Director at Science Cardinal, has dedicated the past year to serving on the student board of the organization. 
As a sophomore at Littleton High School, Siddarth's passion for mathematics fuels his proficiency in handling complex financial matters. His involvement in past fundraisers has honed his skills in organizing and executing successful events. However, beyond numbers and budgets, Siddarth's true motivation lies in fostering a dynamic and engaging learning atmosphere for young minds.
Driven by his enthusiasm for science, Siddarth aspires to cultivate a sense of curiosity and exploration in the youth. He envisions Science Cardinal as a platform to introduce budding scientists to the wonders of science in an accessible and enjoyable manner.