Tumor-host crosstalk and its therapeutic targeting
Welcome to the Sohal Lab!
The Sohal Lab is an upcoming research lab located at the University of North Texas in Denton, TX. Our scientific goal is to develop an intricate understanding of how cancer cells communicate with normal cells to promote tumor growth and metastasis, particularly in difficult-to-treat cancers. Thereafter, our ultimate vision is to translate these insights into novel therapies that target cancer-promoting crosstalk.
As an academic research lab, we are equally committed to cultivating the next generation of scientists. Through individualized mentorship, rigorous training, and collaborative science, we will strive to empower the young generation to be the future leaders in the fight against cancer. Learn more about our mentoring and teaching philosophy.
Latest news 📰
January 2026

We’re excited to start 2026 with some great news!! 🎉🎉
Emmanuel Lamptey is joining the lab all the way from Ghana as the first Ph.D. student! ✈️
Looking forward to supporting him on his research journey and investing in his success! 😃😃
October 2025

We’re thrilled to welcome two highly motivated undergraduate students – Tanvi Verma and Diya Patel, as the very first members of the lab! 🚀
We’re especially excited to have them contribute to both the lab setup and our research efforts as we get things rolling.
Honestly… can’t tell who’s more excited — the students or the PI! 😄
September 2025

The Sohal Lab has been awarded an R03 grant from the National Cancer Institute to investigate how extracellular vesicles modulate the tumor immune microenvironment. This support empowers us to deepen our understanding of cellular communication in cancer and explore new avenues for therapeutic intervention.
We are grateful to the NCI for this opportunity and look forward to contributing meaningful insights to the cancer research community.
