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Department of Radiation Medicine & Applied Sciences Radiation Medicine

Our Researchers

Innovative Labs Driving Personalized Cancer Therapies

UC San Diego's Department of Radiation Medicine features cutting-edge research labs that focus on precision radiation medicine, health equity in radiotherapy, and innovation in treatment. Faculty lead interdisciplinary efforts, collaborating on clinical applications and personalized cancer therapies. These labs are integral to advancing the field through research that is directly translated into patient care.

Clinical Trials

Faculty members are at the forefront of advancing cutting-edge National Cooperative Group Clinical Trials, ensuring rigorous development and oversight. Their expertise is instrumental in shaping groundbreaking clinical studies that aim to improve radiation medicine treatments and outcomes on a national scale.

Systems Engineering & Design Program

The Systems Engineering and Design Program at UC San Diego applies advanced engineering to radiation therapy, aiming to improve precision, efficiency, and patient outcomes through innovative technologies and systems. The program is overseen by:

Clinically-Focused Faculty

Many clinically-focused faculty also participate in department research spearheading their own clinical studies and/or collaborating with our research faculty as well as participating in national cooperative group trials.

Joint-Appointed Researchers

Our faculty includes two distinguished researchers who hold secondary appointments in our department.