April 27, 2026
April 27, 2026 —
In San Diego, scientific discovery does not happen in silos; it happens across the mesa. The long-standing research partnership between Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego and La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) has fostered a powerhouse built on shared purpose, talent and breakthroughs.
April 17, 2026
April 17, 2026 —
Moores Cancer Center at the University of California San Diego, with support from the Illumina Corporate Foundation, has launched the inaugural Illumina/Moores Cancer Center Fellowship in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Precision Oncology.
March 31, 2026
March 31, 2026 —
When Ricardo Navarro was diagnosed with liver cancer in June 2019, the message he heard was stark: There was little that could be done, and he should prepare for the months ahead. The news was devastating for him and his family, but he wasn’t ready to accept it as the end of the story.
March 31, 2026
March 31, 2026 —
Earlier this year, UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center launched a new Early Detection and Prevention of Cancer Initiative to increase awareness of and access to cancer prevention and screening services for the individuals in greatest need across San Diego County.
March 25, 2026
March 25, 2026 —
Diane M. Simeone, MD, was recently invited to speak at a local Rotary Club meeting — a fitting venue, as the Rotary Club has long been a valued partner and supporter of Moores Cancer Center.
March 9, 2026
March 9, 2026 —
The future of cancer research doesn’t always begin in a lab or clinic. It can start much earlier — when a student first looks into a microscope or meets a mentor who helps them see a future in science.
February 24, 2026
February 24, 2026 —
At Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego, the past year marked meaningful progress in expanding early detection through innovative research, implementation studies and community partnerships, advancing colorectal cancer prevention across San Diego and beyond.
February 9, 2026
February 9, 2026 —
Get to know Deputy Director Bassel El-Rayes, MD!
February 9, 2026
February 9, 2026 —
Clinical Trials Day 2025 at UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center was a powerful and inspiring celebration of the people, science and stories at the heart of clinical research. Held on May 20th, the event brought together patients, caregivers, clinicians and scientists to honor the life-changing impact.
February 4, 2026
February 4, 2026 —
The 2026 UC San Diego Prostate Cancer Patient Summit brought together over 200 patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals for two transformative days. From innovative community think tanks to keynote speaker David Justice, attendees gained actionable insights, renewed hope, and lasting connections that extend far beyond the event.
