Fundamental Research
Understanding basic biology and the cause of human disease
Translational Research
Advancing research to clinical breakthroughs for patients through drug discovery and collaborations
Education & Training
Cultivating the next generation of scientists through our graduate school, postdoctoral training programs and fellowships
The Latest News
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This year our scientists made significant progress—revealing new insights into how we treat some of the deadliest cancers, address neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gherig’s disease) and more. -
Dr. Andrew Lowy, researcher Cosimo Commisso and patient Russell Gold shared the latest about pancreatic cancer research at a Sanford Burnham Prebys panel on Nov. 21. -
Pancreatic cancer experts gather at the Fleet Science Center and discuss how to conquer the deadly disease. -
Sanford Burnham Prebys research finds drug combo inhibits pancreatic cancer in mice -
Leading experts present the latest science behind the disorders and discuss a path to treatments. -
50-member team raises more than $30,000 for cancer research -
The discovery supports the immediate evaluation of the drugs in a clinical trial. -
More than 170 guests gathered in support of biomedical research that is transforming the future of human health. -
Three veterans share how they find fulfillment in helping our researchers stay focused on science that could save lives -
Prebys Center scientists to lead effort to make opioid inhibitor that protects addicts from relapse and overdose.
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Expert insights from the latest “Cornering Cancer” lecture series. -
Discovery could lead to a treatment that overcomes drug resistance.
Living History
NCI-Designated Cancer Center
Earning the NCI designation in 1981 — just five years after its modest start in downtown La Jolla — our Cancer Center truly is "the miracle on Torrey Pines Mesa."
Next Generation
AACR selects Sanford Burnham Prebys scientist as NextGen Star
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) has named Cosimo Commisso, Ph.D., assistant professor in our NCI-designated Cancer Center, as a NextGen Star.
Living History
Along the road to discovery
It was in 1979 when Eva Engvall asked Erkki Ruoslahti a question that would change their lives forever: "Wouldn't it be great to work in San Diego?"
Next Generation
Graduate student Katja Birker's research doesn't miss a beat
"There is no magic wand to cure congenital heart conditions–we have to do the research."
Our Partners in Discovery
We can't do it alone
Our annual Rare Disease Day symposium strengthens the global network of families, physicians and researchers to better understand and fight rare diseases in children.
Our Partners in Discovery
Getting to the finish line faster
Thanks to the philanthropic vision of Stuart and Karen Tanz, a unique collaboration seeks new treatments for diseases such as Alzheimer’s, dementia and Parkinson’s.
Our Partners in Discovery
New hope for autoimmune disease
Our partnership with Lilly—centered around a high degree of interaction—has already produced an immune therapy now in clinical trial.
Our Partners in Discovery
A master class in collaboration
Meet T. Denny Sanford, Conrad Prebys and Malin Burnham: three people who know we're stronger when we work together.
