Stanford Center for Asian Health Research & Education

03/10/2026

On March 10–11, 2026, Stanford CARE will host the Stanford International Lung Cancer Summit: Understanding Lung Cancer in People Who Have Never Smoked.

Register for our free livestream here: https://ow.ly/kqKQ50Ycyz9

This Summit is made possible by the generous support of the Fortinet Founders.

03/06/2026

Lung cancer in people who have never smoked disproportionately affects Asian populations, with studies indicating higher incidence rates among non-smoking Asian women compared to other ethnic groups.

On March 10–11, 2026, Stanford CARE will host the Stanford International Lung Cancer Summit: Understanding Lung Cancer in People Who Have Never Smoked, convening Stanford clinicians and researchers, as well as national and international experts, to explore the evolving landscape of lung cancer among individuals who have never smoked.

This multidisciplinary summit will build on the momentum from our inaugural 2025 summit, which brought together leaders across Stanford University with the goal of developing a coordinated roadmap to improve outcomes in this historically overlooked patient population. This year’s focus centers on engaging national and international experts to discuss the latest in screening and early detection, as well as access and availability of screening modalities for patients and their families.

On March 11, 2026, Stanford CARE co-founder, Dr. Bryant Lin will moderate a patient advocacy panel that will center the experiences of patients and caregivers, followed by a moderated discussion around screening.

Learn from patient and caregiver experiences on diagnosis, treatments, and support, as well as suggestions for the future.

Register for the livestream to attend Dr. Lin’s session: https://ow.ly/kqKQ50Ycyz9

This Summit is made possible by the generous support of the Fortinet Founders.

03/05/2026

AI is helping detect a “silent” cancer that disproportionately affects Asian communities.

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is often diagnosed too late because early symptoms can be subtle.

Stanford CARE faculty member Dr. Michael Chang and his team developed an AI system trained on 1,300+ endoscopic images—achieving 84% accuracy in identifying cancerous tissue. A second model helps flag complications and early recurrence sooner than traditional monitoring.

Supported by a Stanford CARE Seed Grant, this work reflects our commitment to advancing precision AI tools that close gaps in Asian cancer care.

Read the full article: https://ow.ly/OGKE50YhUaF

03/04/2026

South Asians face disproportionately high rates of cardiometabolic disease — yet remain underrepresented in genomic research.

Dr. Latha Palaniappan, Co-Founder and Co-Director of Stanford CARE, recently published a new study introducing The OurHealth Study — a digital genomic cohort focused on U.S. South Asian adults.

This innovative biobank integrates remote surveys, mailed biospecimens for genomic sequencing, and secure electronic health record sharing. By combining digital participation with culturally tailored outreach, the study reduces barriers to inclusion and enables more precise cardiometabolic risk assessment.

OurHealth represents a critical step toward identifying both genetic and non-genetic drivers of disease — and advancing more inclusive precision medicine.

Read the full article and learn how CARE is advancing Asian health research: https://ow.ly/BN0T50YnexA

03/03/2026

Stanford CARE is pleased to launch a new Community Health Talk series on AI in Asian Health, beginning with a talk by Jonathan H. Chen, MD, PhD, Director of AI at Stanford CARE.

In tonight’s kickoff session, Dr. Chen will explore how artificial intelligence and human expertise can work together to enhance diagnosis, prevention, and treatment—while preserving the empathy that defines excellent patient care. He will also discuss his work integrating AI into medical education at Stanford, preparing future physicians to use technology thoughtfully and responsibly.

This session sets the stage for future talks examining how AI can advance research and care for diseases affecting Asian and Asian American populations.

Register for free:
https://ow.ly/8uwb50YkwqY

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03/02/2026

Lung cancer in people who have never smoked disproportionately affects Asian populations, with studies indicating higher incidence rates among non-smoking Asian women compared to other ethnic groups.

On March 10–11, 2026, Stanford CARE will host the Stanford International Lung Cancer Summit: Understanding Lung Cancer in People Who Have Never Smoked, convening Stanford clinicians and researchers, as well as national and international experts, to explore the evolving landscape of lung cancer among individuals who have never smoked.

This multidisciplinary summit will build on the momentum from our inaugural 2025 summit, which brought together leaders across Stanford University with the goal of developing a coordinated roadmap to improve outcomes in this historically overlooked patient population. This year’s focus center on engaging national and international experts to discuss the latest in screening and early detection, as well as access and availability of screening modalities for patients and their families.

Learn the latest on environmental and genetic drivers, who may benefit from screening, and how new diagnostics and targeted therapies can help save lives.

Register for the livestream to attend Dr. Guo’s session on Advances in CT Imaging for Lung Cancer Screening: https://ow.ly/kqKQ50Ycyz9

This Summit is made possible by the generous support of the Fortinet Founders.

02/27/2026

Lung cancer in people who have never smoked disproportionately affects Asian populations, with studies indicating higher incidence rates among non-smoking Asian women compared to other ethnic groups.

On March 10–11, 2026, Stanford CARE will host the Stanford International Lung Cancer Summit: Understanding Lung Cancer in People Who Have Never Smoked, convening Stanford clinicians and researchers, as well as national and international experts, to explore the evolving landscape of lung cancer among individuals who have never smoked.

This multidisciplinary summit will build on the momentum from our inaugural 2025 summit, which brought together leaders across Stanford University with the goal of developing a coordinated roadmap to improve outcomes in this historically overlooked patient population. This year’s focus center on engaging national and international experts to discuss the latest in screening and early detection, as well as access and availability of screening modalities for patients and their families.

Learn the latest on environmental and genetic drivers, who may benefit from screening, and how new diagnostics and targeted therapies can help save lives.

Register for the livestream to attend Dr. Le’s session on Radiotherapy Management of Lung Cancer: https://ow.ly/kqKQ50Ycyz9

This Summit is made possible by the generous support of the Fortinet Founders.

02/26/2026

Stanford CARE is pleased to launch a new Community Health Talk series on AI in Asian Health, beginning with a talk by Jonathan H. Chen, MD, PhD, Director of AI at Stanford CARE.

In this kickoff session, Dr. Chen will explore how artificial intelligence and human expertise can work together to enhance diagnosis, prevention, and treatment—while preserving the empathy that defines excellent patient care. He will also discuss his work integrating AI into medical education at Stanford, preparing future physicians to use technology thoughtfully and responsibly.

This session sets the stage for future talks examining how AI can advance research and care for diseases affecting Asian and Asian American populations.

Register for free:
https://ow.ly/6CoC50YhTRp

This talk marks the first in a special series of Stanford CARE Community Health Talks on AI in Asian Health, highlighting how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of medicine and medical education. In this kickoff session, Dr. Jonathan H. Chen will explore how human expertise and AI can wor...

02/25/2026

The Stanford CARE Explorers: AI x Precision Health high school summer program is proud to feature outstanding lecturers like Dr. Natalie Lui, thoracic surgeon and researcher focused on using artificial intelligence to predict lung cancer recurrence. Last year, Dr. Lui shared her expertise on lung cancer screening in Asian Americans, especially among people without a smoking history. Lung cancer in people who have never smoked disproportionately affects Asian populations, with studies indicating higher incidence rates among non-smoking Asian women compared to other ethnic groups, highlighting this important topic in Asian and Asian American health.

Learn more about the Stanford CARE Explorers: AI x Precision Health program at bit.ly/careHSprogram

02/24/2026

The Stanford CARE Explorers: AI x Precision Health high school summer program is proud to feature outstanding lecturers like Dr. Rajesh Dash, founder and director of the Stanford South Asian Translational Heart Initiative (SSATHI) a treatment and research center helping South Asians better understand their risk factors for heart and vascular disease. Last year, Dr. Dash inspired students with the story of SSATHI, showcasing how to integrate clinical care, lifestyle intervention, and multidisciplinary research to reduce cardiovascular risk.

Learn more about the Stanford CARE Explorers: AI x Precision Health program at bit.ly/careHSprogram

02/23/2026

Lung cancer in people who have never smoked disproportionately affects Asian populations, with studies indicating higher incidence rates among non-smoking Asian women compared to other ethnic groups.

On March 10–11, 2026, Stanford CARE will host the Stanford International Lung Cancer Summit: Understanding Lung Cancer in People Who Have Never Smoked, convening Stanford clinicians and researchers, as well as national and international experts, to explore the evolving landscape of lung cancer among individuals who have never smoked.

This multidisciplinary summit will build on the momentum from our inaugural 2025 summit, which brought together leaders across Stanford University with the goal of developing a coordinated roadmap to improve outcomes in this historically overlooked patient population. This year’s focus centers on engaging national and international experts to discuss the latest in screening and early detection, as well as access and availability of screening modalities for patients and their families.

Learn the latest on environmental and genetic drivers, who may benefit from screening, and how new diagnostics and targeted therapies can help save lives.

Register for the livestream to attend Dr. Lui’s session on Advances in CT Imaging for Lung Cancer Screening: https://ow.ly/kqKQ50Ycyz9

This Summit is made possible by the generous support of the Fortinet Founders.

02/20/2026

The Stanford CARE Explorers: AI x Precision Health high school summer program is proud to feature outstanding lecturers like Dr. Jonathan Chen, recipient of the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation’s AI in Medical Education grant and featured in Stanford Medicine Grand Rounds and the Stanford Medcast Podcast. Last year, Dr. Chen captivated our students with his talk on AI in medicine, sharing his expertise and insights on the future of medicine.

Learn more about the Stanford CARE Explorers: AI x Precision Health program at bit.ly/careHSprogram