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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Drug Discovery
First map of proinsulin’s “social network” reveals new drug target for type 2 diabetes
Study reveals previously unknown protein that helps proinsulin fold and opens new avenues for diabetes research. -
Our namesake shares why supporting biomedical research is more important than ever before. -
San Diego scientists are using "mini lungs" to understand how COVID-19 impacts the lungs of people with varying backgrounds and conditions. -
The discovery is expected to lead to a clinical trial to test the benefits of the treatment in patients. -
In the News
Can ‘team science’ yield a COVID-19 treatment?
In just three months, international researchers working together found 30 already existing drugs that seem to stop the coronavirus from destroying human cells. -
Neuroscience and Aging
Scientists show MRI predicts the efficacy of a stem cell therapy for brain injury
The discovery may help researchers identify the people most likely to benefit from stem cell treatment. -
Drug Discovery
Sanford Burnham Prebys to develop broad-spectrum antivirals with $10 million Department of Defense grant
Sumit Chanda will lead a global collaboration to develop drugs that protect us against many respiratory viruses. -
Driven by the pandemic’s spread, research teams have been screening thousands of drugs to see if they have this unexpected potential to fight the coronavirus. -
In the News
‘Science will beat this virus:’ La Jolla doctor details discovery of 30 potential coronavirus treatments
A local research institute says it has discovered 30 promising potential treatments for the COVID-19 coronavirus and aims to have them available for trial soon. -
While San Diego County doctors and nurses fight COVID-19 on the front lines in hospital emergency rooms and intensive care units, scientists and researchers here are looking for answers. -
Evan Snyder tells us how he is using lung organoids to find effective treatments for COVID-19. -
Neuroscience and Aging
Rett Syndrome Foundation funds a potential cure
The research may lead to a major step toward a cure.
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.
