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Chamini Perera is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Clinical Medicine at the University of New South Wales, focusing on pancreatic cancer research. Her work specifically investigates early detection methods and potential biomarkers associated with pancreatic cancer. Utilizing both in-vitro and in-vivo models, Dr. Perera applies 'omic' techniques to explore the contributions of small extracellular vesicles derived from pancreatic cancer stellate cells. This research aims to identify candidate biomarkers for patients at high risk of developing pancreatic cancer related to new-onset diabetes. Prior to her current focus, Dr. Perera conducted a PhD in the field of Neuropathic Pain, exploring immune-modulatory treatments in animal models. She also spent her post-doctoral years working with the Sensori-Motor Physiology Therapeutics group at the Translational Neuroscience Facility, where she aimed to identify neuroprotective compounds against traumatic brain injury. Dr. Perera has been actively involved in grant applications and has received multiple awards for her research, underscoring her commitment to advancing knowledge and treatment options in pancreatic cancer and related fields.
University of New South Wales • Liverpool, NSW, Australia
Teaching and research in the field of Clinical Medicine, focusing on pancreatic cancer.
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