Science Meets Surf to Fight Cancer | San Diego News

Over 500 surfers and scientists converged in La Jolla for the 33rd Legends of Science and Surfing, a two-day fundraiser for UC San Diego’s Moores Cancer Center — one of just 58 NCI-designated centers nationwide. Since its 1993 launch by surfing enthusiasts Sam Armstrong and John Otterson, the event has raised over $14 million to fund life-saving cancer research. This year’s keynote, Kevan M. Shokat, shared breakthroughs in targeting deadly K-RAS mutations, including a promising drug for pancreatic cancer. Cancer survivor Izzy Tihanyi, founder of Surf Diva, spoke powerfully on the “Thrivers” panel about how surfing helped her catch ovarian cancer early. Co-chaired by national champ Tyler Callaway and Jon Roseman — both cancer survivors — the event united the surf world with science, proving that community, courage, and waves can change lives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ff666cac012df178