Alumni Spotlight on Shriya Shah

Shriya Shah was previously a research coordinator for Northwestern’s Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She is currently pursuing an MPH/MHA in Health Policy and Management at the Columbia Mailman School of Public Health.

What is your connection to the CRS community (mentor and position) and what is your current position? 

I worked as a research coordinator working both clinical and translational research projects for Northwestern’s Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. I am currently a Masters student. 

Could you describe your research? 

I worked on a variety of reproductive research projects, but my main responsibilities were implementing a clinical drug trial and managing the Reproductive Tissue Library, a biorepository that helps to support reproductive research through collaboration between physicians, patients, and scientists. I currently work in both cardiovascular disease and health organization sociology research, and hope to continue my involvement in reproductive medicine research.

What aspect(s) of CRS did you find most valuable?  

I enjoyed learning from a variety of academic and industry professionals about both research methods and medicine. This exposure has helped shape my perspective of science, as I was able to contribute to and witness the value of collaboration in further learning and discovery. 

What has been the most valuable aspect to your training as a reproductive scientist in CRS? 

I truly value all the mentorship I had and continue to have! CRS is an incredibly supportive network and I felt close to my colleagues to be able to ask questions and deepen my understanding of reproductive medicine and my career journey. 

What would you recommend to junior scientists in order for them succeed in their scientific careers?​  

I would always make sure to continue being curious to learn by asking questions, becoming an even better listener, and remembering to reach out if you ever need support or advice! 

What do you think will be the next big contribution in the reproductive biology field?  

I’m not entirely sure what will be next, but I hope there will be continued and growing support for what hESC research can yield.