Frontiers
How to stop a killer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most difficult cancers to detect and treat, in part because of an impenetrable “shield” that forms around the tumor. Salk scientists, many of whom have a personal connection to cancer, are leading the charge in new approaches to tackle this deadly disease.
Observations
Kay Tye
Kay Tye, the newest addition to Salk’s faculty, is a burst of energy who can chat about everything from the mysteries of the brain to the intricacies of a breakdance move. In this Q&A, she discusses her roundabout journey to science, her passion for mentorship and her love of life outside the lab.
Insights
Travis Berggren
Senior Staff Scientist Travis Berggren shares his path to Salk and his perspective on how advances in technology facilitate world-changing discoveries in genetics, neuroscience, cancer, immunology, plant biology and other areas.
Next Gen
Graziana Gatto
Postdoctoral Fellow Graziana Gatto comes to Salk from Italy, bringing her passion for scientific outreach and keen insights into how various sensations-like pain, itching or touch-are processed by the brain.
President’s Letter
“Jonas’ foundational principle of collaboration is a defining part of the Institute’s culture and success.”
Discoveries
Spotlight

Salk Institute initiative to receive more than $35 million to fight climate change

Kay Tye honored with endowed chair

Patrick Hsu named an MIT Technology Review 2019 Innovator Under 35

Gerald Joyce named to Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
Events

A decade of discovery

Salk Women & Science honors award donors and recipients alike

LEICHTAG and HPI at Salk
