Shane Gangatharan

Dr. Shane Gangatharan is a Clinical Senior Lecturer at The University of Western Australia, affiliated with the UWA Medical School and the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine. His research focuses on hematologic malignancies, including multiple myeloma, lymphoma, and leukemia, with a strong emphasis on the clinical and translational aspects of these diseases. His work addresses challenges such as the impact of viral infections (e.g., COVID-19) on immunocompromised patients and the psychosocial dimensions of cancer in vulnerable populations like pregnant women.

Research Interests:

• Haematologic malignancies (e.g., multiple myeloma, B-cell lymphomas)
• Clinical management guidelines for cancer patients during pandemics
• Immunotherapies such as CAR-T cell therapy
• Psychosocial care for cancer patients and their families

His publications highlight contributions to consensus statements on therapeutics for haematological malignancies, outcomes of stem cell transplant recipients, and qualitative studies on patient experiences. He actively collaborates with institutions across Australia and New Zealand to advance clinical care and research in oncology and hematology.