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A New Drug Born at UCSF is Revolutionizing Pancreatic Cancer Care

More than a decade after UCSF scientists discovered a way to target the once “undruggable” RAS protein, their work has led to an FDA-approved treatment that significantly extends survival for patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer.

Julian Hong, MD, stands outside at UCSF Mission Bay.

Shaping Our AI Future

Julian Hong, MD, discusses opportunities for AI in research and care, and why faculty and trainees will be essential to what comes next.

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Why Novel Cancer Vaccine Tested at UCSF Marks New Treatment Era

A personalized mRNA vaccine tested at UC San Francisco has become the first to successfully prevent the return and spread of cancer in late-stage clinical trials. The results could signal a new era of vaccines to treat a range of cancers, says UCSF Professor of Medicine Adil Daud, MD, who led the university’s trial site.

Aparajita Singh, MD, meets with patient Bill Shea, who was previously diagnosed with colon cancer. Photo by Deanne Fitzmaurice

UCSF Health Earns 30th Consecutive US News Best Hospitals Honor Roll

The 2026–2027 rankings recognize UCSF Medical Center with 10 specialties in the nation’s top 10, including two ranked No. 1.

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This Is How To Treat Cancer With Teacher Cells and Tumor Pieces

Lab-grown dendritic cells dressed with a sample of a patient’s tumor might someday train the immune system to fight cancer, study shows.

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Can Mini Organs Help Predict Breast Tumors’ Response to Therapy?

Combining patient-derived organoids with biomarker-associated treatment responses in breast cancer could lead to more personalized therapy.

Peder Larson, PhD, analyzes a brain scan in the MRI Control Room at UCSF Mission Bay.

From Digital Health to Drug Discovery: Cancer Projects Funded in RAP Spring 2026 Cycle

Nine investigators and teams were awarded grants in support of cancer research projects in the spring 2026 cycle of the UCSF Resource Allocation Program (RAP). Learn about their research.

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For Early Prostate Cancer ‘Active Surveillance’ Is Now #1 Choice

A UCSF-led study of more than 73,000 veterans shows a dramatic shift toward active surveillance for low-risk prostate cancer, reflecting efforts to reduce unnecessary treatment.