Seminar – Shivani Ruparel, PhD

Dr. Ruparel's research program focuses on elucidating mechanisms for cancer cells and sensory neuron interactions in mediating pain as well as tumorigenesis. Specifically, her research investigates the contribution of oral cancer cells in regulating sensory nerve terminals at the site of tumor growth leading to cancer-induced pain and studying the mechanisms underlying this communication. Additionally, she and her laboratory are also exploring the involvement of sensory neurons in regulating oral tumor development and progression.