Raktim Mukherjee
Ann Arbor,USA
Summary
Immunologist with a strong foundation in zoology and specialized expertise in metabolic studies, recognized for conducting impactful research on the microbiome, metabolome, and mammalian immune system. Currently engaged in postdoctoral studies exploring the intricate role of immune cells in metabolic disease. Proven ability to translate complex scientific concepts into actionable insights, contributing to advancements in immunology and metabolism. Committed to leveraging research findings to drive innovation and improve health outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, US
07.2024 - Current
- Understanding the role of T cell glucocorticoid signaling in metabolic disease
Postdoctoral Fellow
University of California, San Diego
San Diego, US
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Understanding the role of macrophage in regulating atherosclerosis
PhD Fellow
National Institute of Science Education and Research
Bhubaneswar, India
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Understanding the role of gut microbiome in mammalian metabolism
Education
M. Sc - Zoology
Maulana Azad College, University of Calcutta
Kolkata, India08-2016
B. Sc - Zoology
City College, University of Calcutta
Kolkata, India07-2014
Skills
- Flow Cytometry
- IHC, Histology & Confocal Microscopy
- ELISA & Western blotting
- DNA/RNA isolation & qRT PCR
- Bacterial & Mammalian Cell culture
- Animal breeding & handling
Certification
National Eligibility Test (2017)
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research- University Grants Commission
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (2017)
Indian Institute of technology
Department of Atomic Energy Ph. D. fellowship, (2017 - 2022)
National Institute of Science Education and Research
National Eligibility Test, (2016)
Indian Council of Medical Research
LANGUAGES
English - Full Professional Proficiency
Hindi - Full Professional Proficiency
Bengali - Native or Bilingual Proficiency
Interests
Metabolomics, Metagenomics, Immunology
Timeline
Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Michigan
07.2024 - Current
Postdoctoral Fellow
University of California, San Diego
10.2022 - 07.2024
PhD Fellow
National Institute of Science Education and Research
01.2017 - 01.2022
B. Sc - Zoology
City College, University of Calcutta
M. Sc - Zoology
Maulana Azad College, University of Calcutta