Dr. Roshni Roy Chowdhury

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Roshni Roy Chowdhury is an Assistant Professor in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago. She focuses on immunology, particularly studying the immune response in persistent infections such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Her research includes the investigation of NK-like CD8+ T cells and their role in clonal expansion during tuberculosis infection. She has published multiple studies in high-impact journals including Science Immunology and Circulation Research, contributing to the understanding of immune factors associated with tuberculosis and the efficacy of immunotherapy against allergens. Additionally, Chowdhury's work explores synthetic adjuvants and their formulations for vaccine development, as well as the interactions between the immune microenvironment and pathogens. With a commitment to advancing knowledge in immunology, she continues to engage in research that informs treatment and therapeutic strategies against infectious diseases.

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