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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The discovery opens new avenues to find therapies to treat the disorder. -
This prestigious award recognizes early-career cancer researchers for their achievements, research and dedication to the field. -
Pediatric brain tumor experts gather at the Fleet Science Center to discuss paths to better treatments. -
Scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute have identified a new way to boost the immune system’s ability to fight cancer. -
Sanford Burnham Prebys researchers sensitized melanoma to PD-1 blockade by inhibiting a protein called Siah2 in mouse models of the disease. -
Neuroscience and Aging
The secret to a long life? For worms, a cellular recycling protein is key
The discovery could help uncover treatments for age-related conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease, which are often caused by accumulation of misfolded proteins. -
This year our scientists made significant progress in our mission to uncover the origins of disease and launch bold new strategies that lay the foundation for achieving cures. -
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. -
50-member team raises more than $30,000 for cancer research. -
Sanford Burnham Prebys research finds drug combo inhibits pancreatic cancer in mice. -
Pancreatic cancer experts gather at the Fleet Science Center and discuss how to conquer the deadly disease. -
Leading experts present the latest science behind the disorders and discuss a path to treatments.
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.
