Sathirtha Mondal (sathiritha-mondal)

Sathirtha Mondal (‘23) is an editor for the Science Department, writer for the Sports Department, and member of the Business, Web, and Copy Department. He loves to write about scientific breakthroughs, genetic engineering, biomedical research, and anything sports. In his free time, he likes to watch and play football, basketball, and badminton, binge-watch sitcoms, and explore the city.

Sports

The Rams’ Hollywood Ending

Sathirtha Mondal

The Rams’ victory is a testament to their aggressive, all-in approach, building a star-studded roster.

Issue 12, Volume 112

Science

Bring Back the Woolly!

Sathirtha Mondal

Researchers and entrepreneurs have launched an initiative to revive the woolly mammoth with genetic engineering technology, but should it be done?

Issue 1, Volume 112

Science

Is Statistical Significance Really Significant?

Sathirtha Mondal

While statistical significance has long determined the validity of findings, the concept has numerous limitations that have scientists worldwide calling for its abandonment.

Issue 1, Volume 112

Spec+

Addressing Nepotism at Stuyvesant

Janna Wang, Sathirtha Mondal, Shafiul Haque, Zifei Zhao

By being more informed about nepotism and the superficial drawbacks it entails, we would be able to enhance the morale of the Stuyvesant community and culture of solidarity within our extracurriculars.

Issue 0, Volume 112

Science

The Gymnasts of the Animal Kingdom

Sathirtha Mondal

There is a rare breed of rabbits that effortlessly do handstands instead of hopping due to a genetic abnormality.

Issue 17, Volume 111

Science

Beyond Bitcoin: The Big Gamble

Sathirtha Mondal

Cryptocurrency is believed to be the future of the currency of the world, with tech-optimists calling on others to embrace decentralized and “trust-less” money.

Issue 16, Volume 111

Science

One Clot Is All It Takes

Sathirtha Mondal

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention paused the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine after reports of a rare blood clot but has since lifted the pause, insisting that the benefits of the vaccine outweigh the risks.

Issue 15, Volume 111

Sports

The Brooklyn Nets: Success at What Cost?

Sathirtha Mondal

A narrative is developing in the NBA, and the Brooklyn Nets are cast as the villains as they acquire immense talent and play a must-win championship season.

Issue 14, Volume 111

Science

Life Without Plastic: A Simple Pursuit?

Sathirtha Mondal

Our habits have aggravated an issue that now threatens our health, the existence of several species, and environmental welfare. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the priorities to alleviate plastic pollution have been compromised.

Issue 12, Volume 111

Sports

Houston, We Have a Problem

Sathirtha Mondal

The city of Houston, Texas has lost numerous star players over the past year, which has added to the ongoing miseries in Houston sports.

Issue 12, Volume 111

Science

To Be Or Not To Be… Bald?

Sathirtha Mondal

Baldness is a scourge to society and has several causes that make anyone susceptible to it. Nevertheless, with advancing research, scientists may be close to discovering an infallible cure.

Issue 11, Volume 111

Science

Another One? COVID Strains Keep Emerging… And Getting Deadlier

Sathirtha Mondal

Issue 10, Volume 111

Science

“Beam Me Up Scotty”: The Future of Networking

Sathirtha Mondal

A recent breakthrough in quantum teleportation has enabled the progression of the quantum Internet, a faster and more secure network that may soon replace the current Internet.

Issue 9, Volume 111

Science

One Flu Vaccine May Soon Just Be Enough

Sathirtha Mondal

Florian Krammer at Mount Sinai has developed a universal flu vaccine that can grant immunity against all strains of influenza and eliminate the need for revaccination. It was recently tested in the phase one trial and the results were promising, suggesting that the use of chimeric HA to target the stalk of the HA glycoprotein is able to effectively produce antibodies against a wide variety of influenza strains.

Issue 8, Volume 111