June Chan

Dr. June Chan is a Professor in the Department of Urology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where she leads research on lifestyle factors and cancer survivorship, with a focus on prostate cancer. She is a key investigator in multiple NIH-funded clinical trials and cohort studies, aiming to improve outcomes through modifiable behaviors such as diet and exercise.

• B.A., Applied Math in Biology, Harvard College (1994)
• ScD, Epidemiology (Cancer), Harvard School of Public Health (1998)
• Postdoctoral Fellow, Epidemiology, Harvard School of Public Health (1998–2000)

Her research centers on cancer epidemiology, lifestyle interventions, and prostate cancer survivorship. She investigates how diet, physical activity, and social determinants affect cancer progression and mortality. Her work integrates molecular biomarkers with population-level data to inform public health guidelines and precision oncology.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend in behavioral oncology, nutritional epidemiology, and health equity. Studies emphasize plant-based diets, exercise, sleep, and inclusivity in cancer research, particularly through the Eat Move Sleep (EMOVES) study. Her work spans prostate, colorectal, and breast cancers, often highlighting disparities and modifiable risk factors.

• Fulbright Scholar (1994–96)
• AACR-AFLAC Young Investigator Award (2001)
• Prostate Cancer Foundation Competitive Award (2003)
• Steven & Christine Burd-Safeway Distinguished Professorship, Urology, UCSF

Dr. Chan has been Principal Investigator on multiple NIH-funded grants, including R01 and R25 awards, supporting research in reproducible aging research, genomic signatures in prostate cancer, and behavioral interventions. She mentors a broad collaborative team and advises on national public health strategies for cancer prevention and survivorship. She is actively involved in designing and leading large-scale randomized controlled trials and community-engaged research.

Dr. Chan leads the Eat Move Sleep (EMOVES) study, designed to enroll underrepresented cancer survivors and examine social, financial, and behavioral factors affecting outcomes. Her team includes interdisciplinary researchers in epidemiology, urology, nutrition, and behavioral science, working across UCSF and national consortia.