Cancer Metabolic Imaging & Therapy Lab | Viswanath Lab
Our research program is driven by a bold vision: to uncover how cancer-triggering events reshape the metabolic landscape of both tumors and the immune system and use that knowledge to develop groundbreaking therapies and imaging tools for brain cancer. Through a deeply interdisciplinary approach, we fuse our strengths in metabolomics, immunology, drug discovery, and advanced imaging to craft an integrated strategy that can revolutionize how brain tumors are diagnosed and treated.
Collaboration is at the core of what we do. Our team closely partners with clinical experts at UCSF and other leading institutions, enabling us to rapidly translate discoveries from bench to bedside. Together, we aim to redefine how brain tumors are diagnosed and treated through precision-guided metabolic therapies and imaging.
Research
Our laboratory is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge metabolic imaging tools to illuminate how cancer alters metabolic processes in the brain.
In our lab, we are transforming how brain tumors are visualized and understood- one molecule at a time.
An exciting new frontier of research in our laboratory is focused on unraveling the metabolic dynamics of the tumor microenvironment, where cancer cells and immune cells collide in a…
At the core of our research is a fundamental belief: every cancer cell leaves behind a metabolic signature- a blueprint of its altered biology.
Publications
For a complete list of publications, visit Dr. Pavithra Viswanath's UCSF Profiles page.
Opportunities
Join our team at UCSF: Postdoctoral Scholar in Brain Tumor Research!
Highly motivated researchers with a passion for impacting brain tumor treatment are welcome to join the dynamic team at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), a world-renowned institution leading cutting-edge translational research.
About the opportunity
This Postdoctoral Scholar position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to clinical advancements by investigating brain tumor metabolism, therapy, and imaging. The research bridges the gap between basic science and clinical application, aiming to improve patient outcomes through innovative approaches.
Key Qualifications
- PhD or MD/PhD in Biomedical Sciences.
- Strong background in cancer metabolism, immunology, biochemistry, and/or imaging.
- Passion for brain tumor research and collaborative spirit.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Research Focus
The laboratory integrates multiple disciplines, including metabolomics, immunology, drug discovery, and advanced imaging, to develop an integrated metabolic therapy and imaging strategy for brain tumors.
Location
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), located in the vibrant heart of the Bay Area, is a world-renowned research institution with a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation in brain tumor research.
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Interested candidates should send a CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references to:
Current Lab Members
Alumni
Contact Us
Viswanath Lab
Pavithra Viswanath, PhD
Pavithra.Viswanath@ucsf.edu
Mission Bay Campus
Byers Hall
1700 4th Street, Room 304, Box 2532
San Francisco, CA 94158-2330