Research

On a gray background, a woman in a pink blouse and gray jacket with dark shoulder-length hair.
Research
March 16, 2026 • 5 Min

Certain Oral Microbes May Raise Pancreatic Cancer Risk

Dr. Jiyoung Ahn is leading research into how the oral microbiome is related to the risk of developing pancreatic cancer.

An affiliate of the Lustgarten Foundation, the largest private funder of pancreatic cancer research.

Research
February 3, 2026 • 5 Min

Research Highlights from ASCO GI 2026

The latest research on drugs targeting KRAS and new immuotherapy combinations were among the highlights of ASCO GI 2026.

Research
January 15, 2026 • 4 Min

New Neoadjuvant Treatment in Trials

Dr. Brian Wolpin provides an analysis of the latest data on a new neoadjuvant treatment for tumors that can be removed.

Survivor Stories

Pancreatic cancer patient Ellen Robbins and her husband Bob
Survivor Stories
November 2, 2022 • 3 Min

Urinary Tract Scans Lead to My Diagnosis

Ellen Robbins has the BRCA2 mutation, and that allowed her to participate in a clinical trial for her pancreatic cancer.

pancreatic cancer patient Reesa Levy
Survivor Stories
June 27, 2022 • 4 Min

Taking a Chance on a Clinical Trial

Reesa Levy traveled to find the right pancreatic cancer doctor for her, and then joined a clinical trial for a vaccine.

pancreatic cancer patient Ira Sharp
Survivor Stories
June 1, 2022 • 5 Min

The Benefit of Multiple Clinical Trials

Dr. Ira Sharp knew that his best bet for surviving pancreatic cancer was to look for clinical trials as part of his treatment.

How do I find clinical trials?

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