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Dr. Romy Chakraborty is Head of the Ecology Department in the Earth & Environmental Sciences Area. As an environmental microbiologist, Chakraborty has pioneered identification of unique microbes mediating critical carbon and nitrogen metabolisms in diverse ecosystems.
Dr. Chakraborty is involved in extensive outreach and mentorship, much of which is focused on diversity and inclusion in STEM, her efforts have led to very positive impacts in the community, at the Laboratory, and on the career trajectories of many diverse, early career scientists
Area of Interest
- Microbiology
- Soil Sciences
- Environmental Science and Management
- Biochemistry and Cell Biology
- Bioremediation
Education
- PhD|University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, United States|2005
- Master of Science|University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India
- Bacherlor of Science|University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India