JCMLRI: Catalyzing Women’s Empowerment in Liver Research
Located in Sonarpur, the John C. Martin Centre for Liver Research and Innovations (JCMLRI) is a hub for high-impact biomedical science. Beyond its cutting-edge infrastructure at the IILDS campus, the center is a testament to the power of women in academia, where distinguished faculty members are defining the future of hepatology.
Pioneering the Genomic Frontier
Dr. Ankita Chatterjee leads the Genomics Lab, where the focus is on the molecular "code" of liver disease. Her team utilizes advanced single-cell genomics to unravel metabolic deregulations in hepatitis patients and study genomic alterations in:
* MASLD (Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease)
* HCC (Hepatocellular Carcinoma)
Decoding Cellular Mechanisms
At the Cell Biology Lab, Dr. Debashree Bishnu investigates the intricate interactions between liver cells and their microenvironment. Using a multidisciplinary toolkit—including immune-phenotyping and advanced imaging—her work identifies novel biomarkers to bridge the gap between laboratory discovery and patient care.
Impact Through Representation
By providing a platform for these faculty members to lead specialized research, JCMLRI ensures that:
* Diverse Perspectives tackle complex disorders like liver cancer.
* Mentorship Pipelines are established for the next generation of women in STEM.
* Translational Science is driven by rigorous, female-led innovation.
As JCMLRI continues to grow, it stands as a powerful example of how institutional support for women faculty translates into global scientific excellence.