Pranav Seshadri

Pranav Seshadri is an exercise science professional and clinical researcher. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Connecticut, where he authored a comprehensive 2022 honors thesis focused on oncology. Under the mentorship of Professor Upendra Hegde at the University of Connecticut Health Center Department of Medicine, Seshadri investigated physical activity patterns in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments. His preliminary investigation surveyed a clinical cohort of 50 patients to evaluate the direct correlation between exercise and treatment side effects. The study demonstrated that active patients maintained a significantly higher quality of life metric (p=0.006) while experiencing lower rates of fatigue and dyspnea compared to inactive individuals. Seshadri's academic background centers on the intersection of kinesiology and clinical oncology, with a specific focus on improving patient outcomes through structured physical activity interventions.