Madhumita Ghosh | Retinal Degeneration and Diabetic retinopathy | Women Researcher Award

Madhumita Ghosh | Retinal Degeneration and Diabetic retinopathy | Women Researcher Award

In 2023, Dr. Madhumita Ghosh was honored with the prestigious Woman Researcher Award, a testament to her exceptional contributions in the study of Retinal Degeneration and Diabetic Retinopathy. Her journey began with a Ph.D. from Jadavpur University in 2001, where she demonstrated a profound commitment to academic excellence. Subsequently, she enriched her expertise as a Research Associate at AIIMS, New Delhi, and expanded her horizons through a Visiting Post Doctoral Fellowship at the National Eye Institute, NIH, Bethesda, USA, from 2002 to 2004. Dr. Ghosh further advanced her research at the National Brain Research Center, New Delhi, from 2004 to 2008, before joining the Amity Institute of Biotechnology in 2008 and rising to the position of Associate Professor in 2019. Her dual roles in educationā€”contributing significantly to Animal Biotechnology and Immunology classesā€”reflect her dedication to both scholarly pursuits and mentorship. The Woman Researcher Award underscores her impactful achievements and underscores her role as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring researchers in her field globally.

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Education:

Dr. Madhumita Ghosh šŸŒ embarked on her academic journey with a Ph.D. from Jadavpur University, Kolkata (1995-2001), marking the genesis of her profound expertise. Following this, she contributed as a Research Associate at AIIMS, New Delhi (2001-2002), and broadened her horizons with a Visiting Post Doctoral Fellowship at the National Eye Institute, NIH, Bethesda, USA (2002-2004). Returning to India, she continued her postdoctoral endeavors at the National Brain Research Center, New Delhi (2004-2008). šŸ§  These diverse experiences laid the foundation for her illustrious career, positioning her as a seasoned researcher with a global perspective in the realm of neuroscience. šŸŒšŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬

Experience:

From 2008 to 2011, Dr. Madhumita Ghosh assumed the role of Senior Lecturer at the Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University, Noida, India, contributing significantly to academic growth. šŸŽ“ Transitioning seamlessly, she served as an Assistant Professor from 2011 to 2019, leaving an indelible mark on the institution’s biotechnology landscape. šŸŒ± Her dedication and prowess have been further acknowledged since 2019, as she currently holds the position of Associate Professor at the Amity Institute of Biotechnology. šŸš€ Dr. Ghosh’s enduring commitment to education underscores her influential role in shaping the next generation of biotechnologists. šŸ‘©ā€šŸ«šŸ”¬

Research Activity:

Dr. Madhumita P. Ghosh šŸŒŸ, an accomplished Associate Professor at Amity Institute of Biotechnology since 2019, boasts a stellar research portfolio. šŸ§Ŗ Her impactful work includes a Department of Biotechnology grant in 2016, exploring lithium’s antiapoptotic properties against retinal ganglion cell degeneration. šŸ¤– She led a Department of Science and Technology project (2017-2020) on dopamine treatment in diabetic retinopathy, unraveling insights into angiogenesis. šŸ©øšŸ‘ Currently, she mentors a Ph.D. student in a project studying VEGF’s role using Trolox and CoQ10 against NMDA-induced toxicity. Her groundbreaking contributions to retinal research showcase her dedication and leadership in advancing eye health. šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬šŸ”āœØ

Publications:

“Trolox aids coenzyme Q10 in neuroprotection against NMDA induced damage via upregulation of VEGF in rat model of glutamate excitotoxicity”

Authors: Upreti, S., Nag, T.C., Ghosh, M.P.

Year: 2024

Citation: Experimental Eye Research, 238, 109740

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“Insulin-like growth factor-1 works synergistically with dopamine to attenuate diabetic retinopathy by downregulating vascular endothelial growth factor”

Authors: Upreti, S., Sen, S., Nag, T.C., Ghosh, M.P.

Year: 2022

Citation: Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy, 149, 112868

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“Trolox assisted inhibition of glutamate excitotoxicity-mediated degeneration in retina”

Authors: Upreti, S., Ghosh, M.P.

Year: 2022

Citation: Contemporary Medical Biotechnology Research for Human Health, pp. 79ā€“90

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“Rapid Electrochemical Quantification for In Vitro Release Trait of Ophthalmic Drug Loaded within Mucoadhesive Metal Organic Framework (MOF)”

Authors: Chansi, Upreti, Punya, Ghosh, M.P., Basu, T.

Year: 2021

Citation: ChemistrySelect, 6(12), pp. 3006ā€“3012

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“Mutations associated with retinopathies alter mitogen-activated protein kinase-induced phosphorylation of neural retina leucine-zipper”

Authors: Swain, P., Kumar, S., Patel, D., Ghosh, M., Swaroop, A.

Year: 2007

Citation: Molecular Vision, 13, pp. 1114ā€“1120

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“Lack of fiber cell induction stops normal growth of rat lenses in organ culture”

Author: Ghosh, M.P., Zigler Jr., J.S.

Year: 2005

Citation: Molecular Vision, 11, pp. 901ā€“908

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“A spontaneous mutation affects programmed cell death during development of the rat eye”

Authors: Sinha, D., Hose, S., Zhang, C., Ghosh, M.P., Lo, W.-K., Zigler Jr., J.S.

Year: 2005

Citation: Experimental Eye Research, 80(3), pp. 323ā€“335

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