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.

Through this blog I hope to summarize some of the recent developments in the realms of my interests- aging, epigenomics and AI, and their intersection, and more importantly, articulate ideas for future directions from my lens.

The views and opinions expressed on this personal blog are entirely my own and do not reflect those of any affiliated organization or entity.

Interests
  • Epigenomics
  • Precision Health
  • Cell Reprogramming & Rejuvenation
Education
  • Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, 2023

    Northwestern University

  • B.S. in Biomedical Engineering, 2017

    Illinois Institute of Technology

Research Experience

 
 
 
 
 
Applications Manager, Spatial Biology Image Analysis
Leica Microsystems
Jul 2023 – Present Waltham, 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
Unraveling Higher-Order Chromatin Architecture and its Role in Cell Engineering for Improved Regenerative Outcomes
TGS Spotlight Interview: Vasundhara Agrawal
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