The primary research of Sandeep Kumar, PhD, focuses on exploring the regulatory roles of MAPK upstream kinases in the anti-tumor function of peripheral and tumor-infiltrating T cells and apoptosis resistance in tumors. His research objectives are to develop rationalized therapeutic strategies to boost anti-tumor immunity and overcome drug resistance in breast and pancreatic malignancies.
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Sandeep Kumar, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Surgery
College of Medicine
Research Program
Translational Oncology Program (TO)
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