Vasundhara Agrawal

Vasundhara Agrawal

About Me

I work at the intersection of multiplexed whole-tissue imaging, AI-driven image analysis, and spatial statistics to uncover mechanisms underlying complex biological systems. My doctoral research expertise encompasses high-resolution molecular imaging, functional genomics experiments, and the application of physics-based statistical analysis to elucidate the intricacies of 3D genome architecture.

Interests
  • Epigenomics
  • Precision Health
  • Spatial Biology Applications
  • Cell Reprogramming & Rejuvenation
  • Molecular Imaging & AI-based Analysis
Education
  • Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering - Imaging and Biophotonics, 2023

    Northwestern University

  • B.S. in Biomedical Engineering - Cell and Tissue Engineering, 2017

    Illinois Institute of Technology

Skills

Hypothesis Testing & Problem Solving

Mechanistic studies utilizing genomics and imaging experiments

Image Processing & AI-guided Image Analysis

Identifying molecular signatures and biomarkers from omics data

Data Visualization & Research Communication

Effective research communication through meaningful representation of scientific data

Research Experience

 
 
 
 
 
Applications Manager, Spatial Biology Image Analysis
Leica Microsystems
Jul 2023 – Present Boston, MA
  • Developed spatial-omics analysis solutions for diverse research domains, including immuno-oncology and neurodegeneration, using a combination of multiplexed whole tissue imaging and AI-guided image analysis.
 
 
 
 
 
Researcher, Center for Physical Genomics
Backman Lab at Northwestern University
Sep 2017 – Jun 2023 Evanston, IL
  • Led a project on biophysical cell engineering to understand the role of 3D genome conformation in stem cell differentiation, reprogramming, and transdifferentiation.
 
 
 
 
 
Research Assistant
Medical Imaging Research Center, Illinois Institute of Technnology
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 Chicago, IL
  • Devised mathematical models to improve accuracy in lumpectomy margin assessment protocols in breast cancer.

Featured Articles

Designing Surfaces to Improve Bone Grafts
Chromatin Engineering as a Tool to Enhance Bone Regeneration
Exploring the Links Between Coronavirus and Vitamin D
MEDLINE Pursues Patent For Undergraduate Student Designed NexGen Walker
Winners of 2nd Annual Armour R&D Expo