
Reema Chowdhury
@reemachowdhury
I coordinate preclinical oncology and neuroscience research from experimental design through data-driven scientific outputs.
What I'm looking for
At GSI Helmholtz Centre for Heavy Ion Research, I coordinated preclinical radiobiology and oncology studies, structuring in vivo workflows across imaging, radiation exposure, and molecular analysis.
I investigate radioprotective mechanisms and tumor development using disease models, micro-CT, X-ray, and C-ion radiation techniques. I also support project delivery, data analysis, publications, and communication across researchers, technical staff, and students.
During my PhD research at Universitätsklinikum Tübingen, I designed rodent studies on microglial epigenetic reprogramming in neurodegenerative disease. My work combined molecular and cellular assays with OMICS and imaging-based data analysis to interpret complex disease mechanisms.
I've also contributed to microscopy, photonics, and spectroscopy research at FLI, DZNE, and the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology. I enjoy bringing scientific, operational, and strategic perspectives together to keep interdisciplinary research moving toward actionable outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Research Scientist – Radiobiology & Oncology
Oct 2023 - Dec 2025 (2 years 2 months)
✅ Coordinated preclinical research activities in a multidisciplinary radiobiology and oncology research environment.
✅ Designed and structured in vivo experimental workflows, integrating imaging, radiation exposure, and molecular analysis.
✅ Investigated radioprotective mechanisms and tumor development using advanced preclinical disease models.
✅ Applied imaging (micro-CT) and radiation techniques
Biomedical Research Scientist (PhD) – Neuroscience
Aug 2019 - Sep 2023 (4 years 1 month)
✅ Designed and conducted in vivo studies in rodent models to investigate microglial epigenetic reprogramming in neurodegenerative diseases.
✅ Applied a range of molecular and cellular techniques, including PCR, qPCR, Western blotting, FACS, filter retardation assays, and histology.
✅ Developed strong expertise in animal handling and experimental procedures, including breeding, injections, and necr
Scientific Research Assistant – Imaging & Microscopy
Nov 2018 - Apr 2019 (5 months)
✅ Conducted microscopy-based analysis of murine muscle cells to assess regeneration capacity.
✅ Performed image acquisition and quantitative analysis to evaluate cellular structure and function.
✅ Contributed to data interpretation supporting muscle biology and aging research.
Master’s Research Student
Apr 2018 - Sep 2018 (5 months)
✅ Investigated liquid–liquid phase separation in lysine- and arginine-rich peptides.
✅ Utilized DIC and fluorescence microscopy to analyze droplet formation and protein behavior.
✅ Applied NMR spectroscopy to characterize structural and biochemical properties.
✅ Contributed to understanding protein aggregation mechanisms relevant to neurodegeneration.
✅ Developed a non-invasive detection approach for bromotyrosine in urine samples.
✅ Applied Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) for biomarker identification.
✅ Performed data analysis using R, supporting interpretation of spectroscopic results.
✅ Supported quality control processes in milk production and packaging.
✅ Gained exposure to industrial workflows, safety standards, and process engineering.
✅ Assisted in ensuring product quality and compliance with manufacturing standards.
Research Intern
SSKM IPGME&R Hospital
Jun 2014 - Jul 2014 (1 month)
✅ Investigated phosphorylation of Amyloid Beta 42 in rat brain mitochondria.
✅ Performed basic biochemical and laboratory techniques to study neurodegenerative mechanisms.
✅ Gained early exposure to neuroscience research and disease-related molecular processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
IBM
Introduction to Computer Vision and Image Processing
Issued Feb 2026
Johns Hopkins University
Design and Conduct of Clinical Trials
Issued May 2026
Johns Hopkins University
Python for Genomic Data Science
Issued Feb 2026
Johns Hopkins University
Getting Started with Data Visualization in R
Issued Aug 2026
University of Tübingen
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Molecular & Cellular Neuroscience
2019 - 2025
University of California San Diego
Drug Discovery
Issued May 2025
University of Colorado System
Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals
Issued May 2025
Novartis
Introduction to Good Clinical Practice
Issued Jun 2025
Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Master’s Degree, Medical Photonics
2016 - 2019
West Bengal University of Technology, Kolkata
BTech, Biotechnology
2012 - 2016
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