We’re thrilled to extend our congratulations to Daniel John, a 2020 SFC alum and bioengineering undergraduate from UC San Diego, for receiving the prestigious Fulbright Scholarship! After graduation, he will head to the University of Sydney to contribute to research in regenerative biomaterials for pancreatic cancer under the Fulbright Program.

The Fulbright Program, which was established in 1946, has provided life-changing opportunities for more than 400,000 students, scholars, teachers, artists, and professionals from diverse backgrounds. Through this program, Fulbrighters foster global connections, exchange innovative ideas, and tackle pressing global challenges. Managed by the U.S. Department of State, Fulbright Scholars like Daniel, represent the future of international collaboration and scientific discovery.

Through the Fulbright experience, he hopes to bridge the gap between innovative biomaterials research and the growing body of pancreatic cancer research. This collaborative effort has the potential to unlock new treatments and improve patient outcomes for one of the most challenging cancers to treat.

Looking beyond his Fulbright year, Daniel plans to attend medical school, with aspirations to apply his bioengineering background and medical training to transform cancer treatment. His ultimate goal is to make a lasting impact on the prognosis for highly lethal cancers.

Congratulations to Daniel John on this incredible achievement! SFC is excited to see where this journey takes him and the lasting impact he will make in the world of cancer research.