The Breakthrough Board

is thrilled to announce our 2026 Breakthrough Board Scholar!

Kaloyan Tsanov, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Medicine, Ben May Department for Cancer Research, who is focused on Pancreatic Ductal Carcinoma and how it commonly spreads to both the liver and lungs.

Dr. Tsanov’s research has discovered that a particular gene which is linked to metastatic progression and poor outcomes has a different effect on metastatic tumors, depending on their location. By better understanding the inactivation of this gene, Dr. Tsanov is seeking to provide new therapeutic targets for patients and also to shift how oncologists consider the metastatic site when interpreting and treating specific tumors.

The Breakthrough Board is proud to support Dr. Tsanov’s work!

A huge round of applause for member Margarita Chavez-Tatro who represented the Board at Friday’s 20th Anniversary event! Margarita glittered on the dance floor with her professional partner and was a top fundraiser for the event, which supports advancements in breast cancer research and treatment.

Thank you, Margarita for sharing your talents!

extends its immense gratitude to the sponsors, donors, and guests who made the sold-out 2025 Breakthrough Ball a stellar success!

Watch this space for photos and updates in the coming weeks!