Reagan Ferris was just three years old when she lost her father, Eric, to pancreatic cancer. After a 2-year battle, he passed away at just 41 years old. The Hirshberg […]
The Latest Advancements in Pancreatic Cancer Research on Display at the 2026 AACR Conference on Pancreatic Cancer
From September 25-28, 2026, the American Association of Cancer Researchers (AACR) hosted the 2026 AACR Conference on Pancreatic Cancer Research: New Frontiers in Biology and Therapeutic Development. This international gathering […]
The Power of Scientific Partnership
Teamwork and time, along with funding, are three of the most important factors driving new scientific discoveries. As we learn more about human health and disease, researchers need to ask […]
Unraveling the transition from precursor lesion to pancreatic cancer
On Friday, October 9th 2026, the Hirshberg Foundation-UCLA Research Forum on Pancreatic Cancer brought together members of the foundation’s Scientific Advisory Board, past Seed Grant recipients, and members of the […]
Surveillance, Early Detection, and Interception in Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), the most common type of pancreatic cancer, accounts for more than 90% of pancreatic tumors. While the 5-year survival rate for PDAC has increased over the […]
An Overview of Pancreatic Cysts
For many people, a pancreatic cyst is a scary diagnosis, but these cysts are surprisingly common. It is important to remember that most pancreatic cysts are not cancerous and will […]