Charvi Sharma, a graduate student from Hyderabad, India, is pursuing her master’s in Exercise Science within the Department of Human Performance Studies and is set to graduate in fall 2025. With a background in physical therapy, she developed a strong interest in research during her studies in India.
At Wichita State, she’s contributed to several projects, including research on back muscle activity using electromyography and the usability of neurocognitive mobile apps in individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The Parkinson’s study earned first place at GRASP 2025 and was accepted at regional and national conferences.
Sharma also conducted research on blood flow restriction and passed the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) on her first attempt. She says mentorship and support from faculty played a key role in her success.