Erin Van Blarigan

Erin Van Blarigan is a faculty member at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), affiliated with the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics. She specializes in nutritional epidemiology, cancer prevention, and survivorship, with a focus on prostate and colorectal cancers. Her research integrates dietary and physical activity interventions to improve cancer outcomes.

• University of California, Davis, BS Biological Science (2007)
• Harvard School of Public Health, ScM Epidemiology (2009)
• Harvard School of Public Health, ScD Epidemiology, Nutrition (2011)
• UCSF, Post-doctoral scholar in Cancer Epidemiology and Biostatistics (2011-2013)

Van Blarigan's research spans dietary interventions, physical activity, and lifestyle modifications in cancer survivors. She has developed remote and text message-based interventions to enhance nutrition and exercise adherence, notably for colorectal cancer patients. Her work includes large-scale observational studies and randomized trials, such as the Tools To Be Fit project and CALGB 89803 (Alliance) trial on dietary fat and survival.

Her publications highlight trends in post-diagnosis nutrition, digital health tools, and biomarker analysis for cancer prognosis. Key areas include omega-3 fatty acids, Mediterranean diets, and wearable technology validation in oncology settings.

• NIH R01CA248774 (2020-2025): Remote intervention optimization for colorectal cancer survivors
• NIH/NCI R21CA263539 (2022-2024): Adaptive text messaging for diet quality in survivors
• NIH K07CA197077 (2016-2021): Behavioral interventions in colorectal cancer

Van Blarigan has received notable awards, including the Conquer Cancer Foundation Merit Award (ASCO, 2012), Best of AACR Journals (2019), and NIH training grants. Her work bridges clinical oncology, epidemiology, and behavioral science to advance cancer survivorship.