saheli kumar
@sahelikumar
I investigate aquatic toxicology, fish reproduction, and environmental pollution mechanisms.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I'm currently a CSIR Research Associate at IISER Kolkata, investigating environmental science after completing my Ph.D. in Zoology at the University of Calcutta.
My research examines how zinc, lead, pesticides, salinity, and other environmental stressors affect fish physiology, reproductive biology, oxidative stress, and endocrine pathways. My work on Mystus vittatus has shown how zinc and lead impair steroid-driven oocyte maturation and disrupt the hypothalamo-pituitary-gonadal-liver axis.
I've contributed to peer-reviewed research in journals including Journal of Applied Toxicology, Environmental Science and Pollution Research, Aquatic Toxicology, Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, and Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology.
Alongside research, I've taught Zoology as a guest lecturer at Diamond Harbour Womens’ University and Serampore Girls College. I use methods including ELISA, Western blotting, histopathology, immunohistochemistry, cell culture, flow cytometry, microscopy, and spectroscopy to study ecotoxicology and fish reproductive biology.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Post Doctorate (CSIR-RA)
IISER Kolkata
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Conducting postdoctoral research in environmental science, focusing on ecotoxicology and reproductive biology.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Kolkata
Post Doctorate, Environmental Science
2025 -
Currently pursuing postdoctoral research as a CSIR Research Associate in Environmental Science.
University of Calcutta
Doctor of Philosophy, Zoology
Completed Doctor of Philosophy in Zoology.
West Bengal College Service Commission
WBSET, Life Science
Qualified West Bengal State Eligibility Test in Life Science.
University of Calcutta
Master of Science, Zoology
Grade: 83.4%
Completed Master of Science in Zoology with 83.4%.
University of Calcutta
Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Grade: 72.25%
Completed Bachelor of Science with Honours in Zoology, achieving 72.25%.
West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education
Higher Secondary, General
Grade: 66.5%
Completed Higher Secondary examination with 66.5%.
West Bengal Board of Secondary Education
Madhyamik, General
Grade: 78.7%
Completed Madhyamik examination with 78.7%.
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