Putting a Brake on Tumor Spread
January 23, 2014
…survival is also activated in surrounding blood vessels, enabling cancer cells to spread into the bloodstream.
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Selective, Toxin-Bearing Antibodies Could Help Treat Liver Fibrosis
July 12, 2021
UC San Diego researchers discovered that immunotoxins targeting the protein mesothelin prevent liver cells from producing collagen, a precursor to fibrosis and cirrhosis, in mouse models of human disease.
UC San Diego Health Ranks #1 Regionally by U.S. News & World Report
July 25, 2022
UC San Diego Health top ranked in 10 medical and surgical specialties, among the nation’s best.
Next Generation Precision Oncology Symposium Celebrates Survivors, Current and Future
February 15, 2019
The Next Generation Precision Oncology Symposium, a novel meeting of industry and academic leaders in cancer science and medicine, will be held February 21, 2019 at UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center.
Is the Next Big Step in Cancer Therapy Personalized Vaccines?
October 12, 2018
…stage IV pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer for more than three years. Current treatments, although effective for her, are highly toxic. Tamara enrolled in a first-of-its-kind, pilot study at Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego Health to test a personalized vaccine using her unique cancer mutations to boost an anti-tumor immune…
What I’ve Learned as a Breast Cancer Survivor
October 20, 2022
During October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a breast cancer survivor and UC San Diego Health employee shares her personal experiences from the moment of diagnosis and receiving life-saving care, to the important lessons she has learned along the journey.
Matthew and Iris Strauss Donate World-Renowned Art Collection to UC San Diego
October 31, 2023
Matthew and Iris Strauss and the Strauss Family Foundation have donated a world-class collection of contemporary art to the University of California San Diego. The collection is comprised of more than 100 pieces by artists from around the globe.
Is COVID-19 Transmitted Through Breast Milk? Study Suggests Not Likely
August 19, 2020
A recent study by researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine suggests transmission of COVID-19 through breast milk is not likely. The infectious virus was not detected in 64 samples of breast milk tested.
‘Plug and Play’ Nanoparticles Could Make It Easier To Tackle Various Biological Targets
October 30, 2023
UC San Diego engineers have developed modular nanoparticles that can be easily customized to target different biological entities such as tumors, viruses or toxins. The nanoparticles can be tailored for various applications, ranging from targeted drug delivery to neutralizing biological agents.
Matthew Strauss, Dedicated Supporter of the Arts, Education and Health Care, Has Died
August 22, 2024
San Diego-based business leader, art collector and philanthropist, Matthew Strauss, died on Aug. 20. He was 91. Together with his beloved wife of 70 years, Iris, Strauss made a major impact on San Diego with support in areas including arts, culture and cancer research.
