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Synergistic Treatment Approach Supercharges Cancer Immunotherapy

A precise timing of existing treatments could significantly improve treatment outcomes for one of the most aggressive cancers, suggests new research from researchers at UC San Diego.

Paging Dr. Vane: Dissecting Hollywood’s Medical Mayhem at Comic-Con

He is a doctor, he has played one on TV, and this week he is preparing to present his seventh Comic-Con panel as the annual event converges on downtown San Diego.

Gene Signature an Early Warning System for Aggressive Pancreatic Cancer, Study Finds

A molecular pathway used by pancreatic cancer cells to adapt to stress and inflammation could lead to earlier detection and treatment of the deadly disease.

UC San Diego Expands Its Capacity to Test Innovative Treatments for Disease

The UC San Diego Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute has expanded its clinical space, making room for more clinical trials that turn basic research into real-world medical treatments to improve human health.

For Tastier and Hardier Citrus, Researchers Built a Tool for Probing Plant Metabolism

A new tool allows researchers to probe the metabolic processes within the leaves, stems, and roots of a key citrus crop, the clementine. The big goal is to improve the yields, flavor and nutrition of citrus and non-citrus crops, despite increasingly harsh growing conditions and pests.

Survey: A Third of Californians Use Cannabis, But Many Don’t Know the Risks

A new landmark survey of more than 5,000 Californians found that while over a third of Californians use cannabis and the majority use it for symptom relief, most do not consult with their doctor for advice on cannabis use or its impacts.