Sandeep Prabhu

Sandeep Prabhu is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences at Pennsylvania State University. His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of oxidative stress, selenium biochemistry, and inflammation regulation, particularly in macrophages and leukemia stem cells. He has contributed significantly to understanding how selenium modulates immune responses and cancer progression.

Key research areas include the role of selenoproteins in inflammation resolution, the impact of dietary selenium on disease states (e.g., asthma, leukemia), and the development of preclinical models for acute myeloid leukemia (AML). His work integrates immunology, biochemistry, and molecular biology to address questions in cancer, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.

Recent publications highlight his team's discoveries on selenium-dependent metabolic reprogramming, the role of selenoproteins in gut health, and novel therapeutic approaches targeting leukemia stem cells. His research has been funded through grants focused on translational medicine and environmental health.