Chandana completed her MS in Advanced Data Analytics from the University of North Texas (Denton) and a BS in Engineering in Biotechnology from Visvesvaraya Technological University (Bengaluru). Prior to her graduate studies, Chandana worked for Merck (India) where she developed predictive analytics models utilizing time-series analysis and machine learning algorithm. With a background bridging biotechnology and advanced analytics, she approaches problems with both scientific rigor and creative curiosity, unearthing patterns that others might overlook. Skilled in predictive modeling, statistical analysis, and visualization tools like Tableau and Python, Chandana makes her work and findings accessible through creative dashboards and visualizations. Indeed, she is driven by the belief that every dataset contains a narrative worth telling—one that can empower civic participation and guide decision-makers in creating positive real-world impact.