Dr. Jeremie Calais

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jeremie Calais is an Associate Professor in the Ahmanson Translational Theranostics Division of the Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology at UCLA. He received his MD degree from the University of Paris-Diderot in 2010 and trained in nuclear medicine cancer imaging at the Henri Becquerel Cancer Center, obtaining board certification from the French Society of Nuclear Medicine in 2014. His research is focused on improving outcomes for cancer patients through the translation of novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. He utilizes PET/CT imaging for cancer phenotyping, radiation therapy planning, and therapy response assessment. Dr. Calais leads a clinical research program that combines radionuclide therapy with imaging, addressing therapeutic opportunities in prostate cancer and neuroendocrine tumors. His clinical research involves collaborations across multiple departments at UCLA and engages in national and international investigative efforts. Moreover, he has played a key role in the development of theranostic pairs, contributing to advancements in clinical trials and innovative imaging techniques in oncology.

Research Interests

Experience

Director, Clinical Research Program

2014-01-01 — Present

Ahmanson Translational Theranostics Division • Los Angeles, CA

Oversees the clinical research focusing on theranostic approaches combining imaging and targeted therapy.

Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Ahmanson Translational Theranostics Division • Los Angeles, CA

Teaches and conducts research in the field of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging.

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.