Meet the CEO
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Ruchi Shah Founder/CEO My name is Ruchi and I’m a first year medical student at Stony Brook University. These past six years have been an incredible journey, turning a problem I saw into inspiration for my science project and now my company. I have been able to combine my passion for science research, public health, science communication and social entrepreneurship throughout this journey. I am grateful to have a team of passionate interns to help bring this all-natural mosquito repellent to parts of the world that need it. |
Meet The Interns
Sneha Chittabathini
Head Intern
Major: Biomedical Engineering
My passion for the product comes from personal experiences. My family is from India, in fact I was born there, and I know the impact an all-natural mosquito repellent will have on the lives of people there. A major obstacle for many of the people living there, including my family, is disease caused majorly from mosquitoes. The all-natural repellent would not only reduce the threat from these mosquitoes, it is also all-natural which is important to keep the air clean and safe.
Lydia Fernández
Head Intern
Major: Engineering Chemistry
I found Mosquitoes Be Gone through Stony Brook University's Women in Science and Engineering program. Immediately I was drawn to Ruchi's company and their goals. From a young age I have had a desire to go out and help the world become a better place. I found Mosquitoes Be Gone so alluring because helping those in developing countries has been a passion of mine since high school. From participating in a Habitat for Humanity build to volunteering at soup kitchens and homeless shelters, I was eager to join Ruchi on her journey and bring my own personal skills to the company to help strengthen it.
Lydia Fernández
Head Intern
Major: Engineering Chemistry
I found Mosquitoes Be Gone through Stony Brook University's Women in Science and Engineering program. Immediately I was drawn to Ruchi's company and their goals. From a young age I have had a desire to go out and help the world become a better place. I found Mosquitoes Be Gone so alluring because helping those in developing countries has been a passion of mine since high school. From participating in a Habitat for Humanity build to volunteering at soup kitchens and homeless shelters, I was eager to join Ruchi on her journey and bring my own personal skills to the company to help strengthen it.
Katelyn Neuman
Biology Intern
Majors: Biomedical Engineering, Applied Math and Statistics
I am a Biomedical Engineering and Applied Math and Statistics double major. My interest in mosquito borne illnesses was sparked during my internship at Centre ValBio, an NGO based in Ranomafana National Park in Madagascar. I was given the opportunity to shadow the facility’s health team and witnessed several cases of malaria. After that life changing experience, I was determined to find a way to help. Mosquitoes Be Gone is the perfect place for me to do this.
Frank Ida
Patent Lawyer Communication Intern
Major: Biology
Minor: Business Management
My name is Frank Ida and I’m a Biology Major, Business Management Minor here at Stony Brook University. I’ve known since my first Advanced Placement Biology class in middle school that the world of the biological sciences would guide my future endeavors. Mosquitoes Be Gone is the perfect example of bringing together individuals of various talents and collectively working at a common goal; that goal being to help others in a safe and efficient manner. The mission sought out by Mosquitoes Be Gone is one that I am willing to fully indulge myself and help advance into an even further reality for those in need with my skills and attributes. This is a team of caring, thoughtful, and righteous individuals that I am more than happy to be a part of and provide a possibly lifesaving insect repellant to those less fortunate.
Patent Lawyer Communication Intern
Major: Biology
Minor: Business Management
My name is Frank Ida and I’m a Biology Major, Business Management Minor here at Stony Brook University. I’ve known since my first Advanced Placement Biology class in middle school that the world of the biological sciences would guide my future endeavors. Mosquitoes Be Gone is the perfect example of bringing together individuals of various talents and collectively working at a common goal; that goal being to help others in a safe and efficient manner. The mission sought out by Mosquitoes Be Gone is one that I am willing to fully indulge myself and help advance into an even further reality for those in need with my skills and attributes. This is a team of caring, thoughtful, and righteous individuals that I am more than happy to be a part of and provide a possibly lifesaving insect repellant to those less fortunate.
Hiba Ayub
Science Research Intern
Majors: Engineering Chemistry
When I was seven years old, I remember concocting recipes for lotions, soaps and perfumes in my home kitchen and then selling them to neighbors. Even though I was so young, I realized then that I loved research and marketing. Interning with Mosquitoes Be Gone LLC gives me the opportunity to research product development, branding, and networking while working along side the most innovative minds at Stony Brook University. It gives my seven-year old self a reassurance that I can study what I love while making a difference in the world we live in. We all know that the power of science is phenomenal; so why not use that power to aid developing countries?
Science Research Intern
Majors: Engineering Chemistry
When I was seven years old, I remember concocting recipes for lotions, soaps and perfumes in my home kitchen and then selling them to neighbors. Even though I was so young, I realized then that I loved research and marketing. Interning with Mosquitoes Be Gone LLC gives me the opportunity to research product development, branding, and networking while working along side the most innovative minds at Stony Brook University. It gives my seven-year old self a reassurance that I can study what I love while making a difference in the world we live in. We all know that the power of science is phenomenal; so why not use that power to aid developing countries?
Kathryn Kuerner
Marketing Intern
Major: MBA, in Marketing
As a Stony Brook University student, enrolled in the MBA program with a specialization in marketing, I was thrilled when the College of Business contacted me regarding the internships available at Mosquitoes Be Gone LLC. I have always admired social entrepreneurship and the ability of those to build a successful business while bringing resources and opportunities to those in need. Mosquitoes Be Gone LLC has provided me with a forum to integrate my academic knowledge into the realities of the workplace. The chance to work for a company that is determined to combat a dilemma which affects all is tremendously meaningful.
Simrat Kaur
Intern
Major: Biology
My name is Simrat Kaur and I am a sophomore at Stony Brook University on a pre-med track majoring in biology and planning to add on a psychology major. I was born and raised in Brooklyn and now live in Queens. I love to read, dance, and sing. Mosquitoes Be Gone is a company that is doing something that the world needs more people to do. Coming from an Indian background I have seen the struggle and suffering that comes from not being able to obtain remedies and products that are readily available for others. As an intern I am excited to be a part in helping others while gaining experiences and pursuing my passion.
Emily Darymple
Marketing Intern
Major: MBA, in Marketing
My name is Emily Dalrymple and I am a Marketing MBA student at Stony Brook University. As a business student, it is important for me to use my skills to give back to the community, rather than simply improving the bottom line. I admire the philanthropic mission of Mosquitoes Be Gone, and am grateful for the opportunity be a part of the team.
Chisom Ani
Intern
Major: Biology
My name is Chisom and I’m a biology major. I’m excited to intern for Mosquitoes Be Gone because I think the eradication of one of the world’s great disease vectors is really important. I also love the fact that it was a business started by a minority female because representation matters!
