Predicting a better path

We provide patients with precise diagnoses and personalized treatments, enabled by:

• UCSF500 Cancer Gene Panel, a molecular diagnostic tool to identify targeted therapies
• DNA methylation profiling for accurate tumor classification
• Spatial sampling to generate informative 3D models of brain tumors
• Neuroimaging techniques to detect brain tumor response to treatment

Mapping the brain

A pivotal UCSF-led study has shown that extensive brain tumor resection can reduce recurrence, and we lead this approach through:

• Brain mapping to protect critical brain regions while maximizing tumor removal
• Awake brain mapping, which monitors patient feedback to ensure optimal outcomes

Navigating new research frontiers

UCSF has been the #1 NIH-funded institution in neurology and neurosurgery for more than a decade. We integrate research across patient care through:

• More than 30 labs working to develop next-generation brain tumor treatments
• Clinical trials, including using CAR T-cell immunotherapy for glioblastoma, focused ultrasound to deliver treatments across the blood-brain barrier and gene expression to determine if patients need radiotherapy
• Advanced AI tools for fast, accurate diagnoses and more complete resection

Supporting the care journey

We understand the impact of a brain tumor diagnosis, so we provide:

• Compassionate, holistic care paired with valuable educational resources
• Caregiver support through the UCSF Neuro-Oncology Gordon Murray Caregiver Program
• Survivorship support through the Sheri Sobrato Brain Cancer Survivorship Program
• Ongoing communication with referring providers to support the care continuum