Trisha Devchoudhury

About Trisha Devchoudhury

I’m an undergraduate double major in Molecular & Cell Biology (Molecular Therapeutics emphasis) and Public Health with a strong interest in advancing healthcare through both scientific discovery and real-world impact. My work sits at the intersection of research, clinical relevance, and community health, and I’m motivated by using science as a tool to solve meaningful problems. I bring a curious, analytical mindset, a results-driven work ethic, and a commitment to continuous growth in every environment I join.Whether I’m in the lab, analyzing data, or working with interdisciplinary teams, I value clear communication, thoughtful collaboration, and creative problem-solving. I’m especially interested in opportunities within biotech and healthcare innovation, where research can translate into tangible improvements in patient care and health equity. My goal is to keep learning, contribute to forward-thinking teams, and be part of work that genuinely improves lives.

Experience

1. Gronert Lab Research Apprentice

   University Of California, Berkeley School Of Optometry

   Sep 2022 — Present · Berkeley, CA, US

   At the Gronert Lab, I lead an independent senior thesis investigating neuroinflammation using retinal astrocytes as a model system. I conduct end-to-end molecular and cell culture work, including RNA isolation, cDNA synthesis, qRT-PCR, and mammalian cell treatments under sterile conditions. Over 3+ years in research, I’ve applied genotyping, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, cryosectioning, and tissue dissection techniques while contributing to experimental design, troubleshooting, and data analysis. I am also a contributor on an ARVO conference abstract focused on EP1-mediated retinal neurodegeneration.

Education

• University of California, Berkeley

  Bachelor's degree, Molecular and Cell Biology, Public Health

• Granada Hills Charter

  International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme

  2018 — 2022