UTMThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · Biology
Kalluri Lab
Raghu Kalluri · Houston, Texas
Research Focus
Dr. Raghu Kalluri's lab focuses on understanding exosomes, tiny particles that cells release into the bloodstream, and their roles in cancer, particularly pancreatic cancer. They investigate how these exosomes contribute to cancer progression and explore innovative ways to use engineered exosomes as potential therapies. The lab aims to uncover the mysteries of exosome biology and harness their properties for improving cancer diagnosis and treatment.
exosomespancreatic cancercell communicationtumor microenvironmenttherapeutic intervention
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate the biogenesis and function of exosomes in cancer.
AIM 02Explore the role of exosomes in tumor microenvironment interactions.
AIM 03Assess the therapeutic potential of engineered exosomes in treating pancreatic cancer.
AIM 04Develop new methods for exosome purification and characterization.
AIM 05Enhance understanding of exosome contribution to cancer progression.
Skills the Lab Values
exosome isolationmolecular cloningmouse modelscell cultureflow cytometry
Output against the department
Publications573top 5% of dept.55th of 1,033
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Citations131ktop 1% of dept.6th of 1,033
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