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Nobel Laureate Randy Schekman, PhD, to Present at UCSF Ophthalmology Grand Rounds on November 12

October 19, 2026

Join UCSF Ophthalmology on Thursday, November 12, 2026, for a special Grand Rounds lecture featuring Randy Schekman, PhD, Nobel Laureate and Professor at the University of California, Berkeley.

Dr. Schekman will present “Extracellular Vesicles and Cellular Homeostasis,” exploring the intricate processes cells use to transport molecules and communicate with one another.

Dr. Schekman received the 2013 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his groundbreaking discoveries of the genetic machinery that regulates vesicle transport within cells. His pioneering research revealed how cells package and deliver essential molecules, advancing our understanding of fundamental cellular processes.

His discoveries have also had a profound impact on biotechnology, helping pave the way for the production of important protein-based medicines, including insulin and human growth hormone.

The lecture offers a unique opportunity to hear from one of the world’s leading scientists about the mechanisms that maintain cellular function and their broader implications for biomedical research.

Event Details

Thursday, November 12, 2026

  • Program begins: 8:30 a.m.
  • Grand Rounds Lecture: 9:15–10:00 a.m.
  • Location: Genentech Hall, Byers Auditorium, UCSF Mission Bay Campus
  • Address: 600 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94158
  • Virtual attendance: Available via Zoom

Guests attending in person from outside the UCSF campus must check in at the main security station inside the Genentech Hall entrance.

Parking is available at the Community Center Garage (1625 Owens Street) and 3rd Street Garage (1650 3rd Street).

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We invite faculty, researchers, students, alumni, and friends to attend this special presentation, either in person or virtually.

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