Shona Mookerjee

Shona Mookerjee, PhD, serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Basic Sciences at Touro University's College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her research program focuses on mitochondrial bioenergetics and cellular energy metabolism, with significant implications for understanding metabolic disorders and cancer pathophysiology.

Education

• Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY (2006)
• B.A. in Biology and Environmental Science, Carleton College, Northfield, MN

Research Expertise

Dr. Mookerjee's laboratory specializes in quantitative analysis of mitochondrial function, particularly in measuring ATP production rates through glycolytic and oxidative pathways. Her work investigates succinate-driven energy release mechanisms, mitochondrial dynamics in metabolic diseases, and metabolic reprogramming in cancer cells. She has developed advanced methodologies for plate-based respiration measurements and cellular energetics profiling, contributing to fundamental understanding of bioenergetic regulation in health and disease states.

Publication Trends

Her 2017-2021 publications reveal consistent focus on mitochondrial bioenergetics quantification across diverse biological contexts. Key themes include metabolic adaptations in breast cancer (MCF7 cells), mitochondrial carrier functions in lipogenesis, and glucose-sensing mechanisms in pancreatic beta cells. Her collaborative work with Martin Brand's group has established standardized approaches for ATP production measurement, appearing in journals spanning cell biology, oncology, and endocrinology.

Professional Profile

No scientific awards or specific grant funding details were documented in the provided profile. While her faculty position implies student mentorship responsibilities, no advisees were listed. Her research directly supports Touro's Diabetes Certificate and Primary Care Fellowship programs through foundational metabolic insights.