Legends of Science and Surfing
Join us for Legends of Science and Surfing, where groundbreaking science meets legendary surfing. Connect with world-renowned surfers, leading-edge scientists, philanthropists and industry leaders for a uniquely San Diego celebration to advance lifesaving cancer research at Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego Health.
REGISTER NOWJoin us Aug. 14 and 15
Groundbreaking science and the thrill of surfing come together for a weekend unlike any other. Legends of Science and Surfing is a fusion of curiosity, innovation and passion that strives to advance the future of cancer research.
At Moores Cancer Center, we’re transforming the landscape of cancer prevention, detection and care, one groundbreaking discovery at a time. Proceeds from Legends of Science and Surfing fuel the critical research that drives leading-edge scientific discovery and advanced therapies for patients who need them most.
Legends of Science Industry and Academia Oncology Symposium
Join us Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, for the Legends of Science Industry and Academia Oncology Symposium, bringing together internationally recognized experts discussing leading-edge cancer research.
Legends of Surfing Invitational
The tradition continues Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, at Scripps Pier. Bring your beach gear for the Legends of Surfing Invitational, featuring legendary surfers from around the world.
Keynote Speaker and Rell Sunn Award Recipient
Kevan M. Shokat, PhD, internationally recognized scientist, inventor and entrepreneur, will serve as the 2026 Legends of Science Oncology Symposium keynote speaker and recipient of the Rell Sunn Award. His groundbreaking discoveries helped pave the way for therapies targeting KRAS mutations, transforming the future of precision cancer treatment.
Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
A true icon of the sport, Gerry Lopez is the inaugural recipient of the Legends of Surfing Lifetime Achievement Award. Known as “Mr. Pipeline,” his groundbreaking style, enduring influence and lifelong dedication to surfing have inspired generations and helped shape the culture of surfing worldwide.
The Legends Experience
About the Legends of Science and Surfing
Since 1994, the San Diego community has come together at the annual Legends of Science and Surfing to Surf for a Cure. Thanks to robust donor support for Moores Cancer Center, we have raised more than $12 million in support of our efforts to deliver groundbreaking innovations that transform the lives of individuals with cancer through compassionate clinical care, inspired education and leading-edge research.
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Our sponsors
With gratitude to our sponsors for their support of Legends of Science and Surfing.
