Hi, I'm Anabella Santos, a medical researcher and neural engineering enthusiast currently advancing neural pathway research at Duke University. I enjoy digging into literature, synthesizing data from human and animal studies, and turning complex findings into accessible visuals. Beyond research, I design and illustrate anatomical visuals using Maya, Blender, Illustrator, and Photoshop, and I contribute to lab outreach and fundraising through thoughtful merch and marketing.…

Anabella Santos

Hi, I'm Anabella Santos, a medical researcher and neural engineering enthusiast currently advancing neural pathway research at Duke University. I enjoy digging into literature, synthesizing data from human and animal studies, and turning complex findings into accessible visuals. Beyond research, I design and illustrate anatomical visuals using Maya, Blender, Illustrator, and Photoshop, and I contribute to lab outreach and fundraising through thoughtful merch and marketing.…

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Hi, I’m Anabella Santos, a medical researcher and neural engineering enthusiast currently advancing neural pathway research at Duke University. I enjoy digging into literature, synthesizing data from human and animal studies, and turning complex findings into accessible visuals.

Beyond research, I design and illustrate anatomical visuals using Maya, Blender, Illustrator, and Photoshop, and I contribute to lab outreach and fundraising through thoughtful merch and marketing.

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Experience Level

Language

Portuguese
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Medical Assistant at Pain and Wellness Solutions of the Carolinas
July 1, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Provided patient intake support, recorded vitals, assisted with scheduling and clinical operations; supported in chronic pain and depression care; assisted in ketamine treatment procedures; aided in training incoming medical assistants.
Clinical Research Assistant at Pain and Wellness Solutions of the Carolinas
December 31, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Conducted patient interviews and produced concise reports for physicians; collaborated in a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient care; managed inventory and scheduling; handled prior authorizations and external communications; monitored vitals during ketamine treatments and assisted in pain management procedures; supported VR-based cognitive behavioral therapy sessions for patients.
Research Assistant at Warren Grill's Neural Engineering Laboratory, Duke University
February 1, 2023 - Present
3D modeling and visualization of anatomical structures; built medically accurate 3D models from CT scans using Autodesk Maya and 3D Slicer; automated image segmentation and processing workflows; developed 3D anatomical models and contributed to data analysis; provided lab administrative support and mentored incoming medical assistants; contributed to podocyte proteomics research and co-authored publications.
Administrative Support
December 31, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Managed organization and administrative tasks using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, AWS, and Box. Reviewed undergraduate applications, supporting lab recruitment efforts.
Research Associate at Warren Grill’s Neural Engineering Laboratory, Duke University
February 1, 2023 - Present
Performed multivariate analysis of branch directional data from human vagus nerve samples; investigated anatomical and physiological connections; coordinated with co-authors for peer review; aided data visualization and integration into 3D anatomical models; supported lab operations and recruitment.
Research Associate at Duke University - Warren Grill’s Neural Engineering Laboratory
February 1, 2023 - Present
Contributed to literature reviews and scientific communications for neural engineering research. Programmed data analyses in Python (Pandas, Plotly) and MATLAB; created CAD models in Autodesk Maya; produced scientific illustrations in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; performed video editing with CapCut; handled administrative tasks using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and AWS. Coordinated with co-authors for peer review and maintained consistency across outputs in a comprehensive, 100+ page neural anatomy review. Trained incoming personnel and supported lab operations.
Medical Assistant at Pain & Wellness Solutions of the Carolinas
July 1, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Conducted patient interviews and provided concise reports to physicians for chronic pain and depression cases. Collaborated in a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient care, manage inventory, scheduling, prior authorizations, and external communications. Monitored patient vitals during ketamine treatments and assisted in pain management procedures. Supported VR-based cognitive behavioral therapy sessions. Trained incoming medical assistants to ensure smooth clinical operations.
Research Associate at Duke University – Warren Grill’s Neural Engineering Laboratory
February 1, 2023 - Present
Contributed to comprehensive literature reviews on the abdominal vagus nerve, analyzing over 100 articles from the 19th to 21st centuries. Integrated findings from human and animal studies to map connections beyond the celiac plexus. Coordinated with co-authors for peer review and ensured consistency across a 100+ page review of vagus nerve anatomy. Produced anatomically accurate medical illustrations using Illustrator and Photoshop; supported data integration, AI-assisted visualization, and 3D model integration in collaboration with engineering teams.
Student Leader (Fundraising & Merch Design) at Carolina Cancer Association
January 1, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Designed medical-themed merchandise and enhanced marketing strategies for fundraising efforts; collaborated with student teams to organize events and outreach campaigns to raise awareness and funds for cancer research.
Research Assistant at Warren Grill’s Neural Engineering Laboratory, Duke University
February 1, 2023 - Present
Conducted multivariate analysis of branch directional data from 45 human vagus nerve samples; integrated imaging and 3D anatomical models; automated image segmentation with MATLAB; contributed to data visualization and model integration for 3D reconstructions.
Medical Assistant at Pain and Wellness Solutions of the Carolinas
July 1, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Conducted patient interviews and prepared concise reports for physicians in chronic pain and depression cases; managed inventory, scheduling, prior authorizations, and external communications; monitored vitals during ketamine treatments and assisted in pain management procedures; supported VR-based cognitive behavioral therapy sessions; trained incoming medical assistants to ensure smooth clinical operations.
Student Leader at Carolina Cancer Association
January 1, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Designed medical-themed merchandise and enhanced marketing strategies to support fundraising initiatives for the Carolina Cancer Association.

Education

at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
Self-directed study in data analysis and visualization at Online resources (Python, Pandas, Plotly)
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
Undergraduate Student at University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
B.S. in Biology and Neuroscience at University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

EMT-B Certification Level 3 (ILR) in Portuguese
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
EMT-B Certification (Level 3)
February 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Medical Assistant
February 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
EMT-B Certification Level 3 (ILR)
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
EMT-B Certification Level 3 (ILR) in Portuguese
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
EMT-B Certification Level 3 (ILR) in Portuguese
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet

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Experience Level