Ruthey Vivier joins CEDAR assisting with multiplex imaging to study the bidirectional interactions between cancer/neuronal, and neuronal/immune cells. In addition, she works to unravel T-cell functionality in cancer patient samples. Her training includes gene manipulation, crosstalk, and using biochemical techniques to understand cellular environments.

While receiving her B.S. in Science from Portland State University, Ruthey focused on cell-to-cell signaling and protein interactions. In 2017, she received an NIH grant through PSU’s BUILD EXITO Undergraduate Research Training Program. She was selected by Knight Cancer's Dr. Anupriya Agarwal to assist her lab performing AML in-vivo and in-vitro experiments.

Before pursuing research, Ruthey was a veterinary assistant. In her free time, she enjoys crafting, music, and dance. Fun Fact: She is a professional hula hoop performer that entertains people of all ages.