David Klumpp, PhD
Professor, Microbiology-Immunology; Feinberg School of Medicine
Research Program
Cancer-Focused Research
Our team studies diverse aspects of neuro-immune and bacterial mechanisms of bladder inflammation and pelvic pain as well as the influence of microbiota on pain and cognition. Pain modulation by bacteria. Our current clinical studies include characterizing changes in gut microbiota associated with interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome. Supported by mechanistic studies in mice, we are working to define the influence of microbiota on pelvic pain and urologic and cognitive functions.