Mekhail Anwar

Mekhail Anwar, MD, PhD is an Associate Professor at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in the Department of Radiation Oncology. His work bridges bioengineering and integrated circuit design to develop novel solutions for cancer treatment, particularly in precision radiotherapy. Dr. Anwar is a core member of the UC Berkeley and UCSF Bioengineering group, combining expertise from both institutions.

Dr. Anwar’s research focuses on miniaturized radiation detection, intraoperative imaging, and label-free biosensing using computer chip technology. His innovations include millimeter-scale dosimeters, chip-scale imagers, and ultrasonic backscatter implants for real-time monitoring in oncology.

• NIH DP2 New Innovator Award (2020)
• AACR-Novocure Career Development Award (2019)
• NIH Trailblazer Award (2019)
• New Directions in Prostate Cancer Research Award (2018)

His lab (Anwar Lab) develops implantable sensors, wireless imaging systems, and single-cell characterization tools to enhance cancer diagnostics and treatment precision.