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Research Specialities

The main themes of research by faculty investigators in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine are degenerative neurological diseases, cancers, tissue injury, inflammation and infection, and metabolic disturbance and stem cells. The department’s research has been broadly involved in the understanding of the molecular mechanism of cancer biology, in the establishment of better pathology diagnosis, and in the development of novel cancer therapy.

Our Specialities

Our teams are investigating the formation, structure, and pathological effects of amyloid proteins implicated in diseases like Alzheimer's.

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Our teams are exploring the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer initiation, progression, and metastasis, with a focus on melanoma.

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Our teams are applying computational approaches to extract insights from pathology data and advance disease understanding.

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Our teams collaborate with industry partners on research projects and clinical trials.

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Our teams are studying the cellular and molecular basis of neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

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351 W. 10th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202

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410 W. 10th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202

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At the IU Neuroscience Center at Goodman Hall

350 W 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202

General Inquiries: 317-948-5450

Hours: Open until 8 p.m.

635 N. Barnhill Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46202

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950 W. Walnut St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202

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Monday–Friday
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975 W. Walnut Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46202

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Medical Research
Monday–Friday
7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Saturday
7:15 a.m.–12:00 a.m.
Sunday
11:30 a.m.–12:00 a.m.

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Library
Monday–Thursday
7:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Friday
7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Noon–6:00 p.m.

350 W 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202

General Inquiries: 317-944-5000
Hours: Open 24 Hours

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Latest Publications and News

Discover the latest insights and research published by the Department of Pathology's faculty and staff.

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