Dr. Das’ current research focuses on isolating and expanding a variety of human adult stem cells and using them for the treatment of various degenerative diseases in preclinical models, like hind limb ischemia, myocardial ischemia, osteoporosis and wound healing. Dr. Das also utilizes human immune cells, specifically, gamma delta T-cells in immunotherapy, for treating various cancers (breast, ovary and others) using preclinical models. In addition, he investigates the role of transcriptional factor KLF2 in regulating immune cells, specifically monocytes, in rheumatoid arthritis and inflammation. Dr. Das also serves as a member of the editorial board for several peer-reviewed journals and serves on the grant review panels of various state, national and international funding agencies.