Nola Hylton

Nola Hylton, PhD, is  a distinguished biomedical engineer and professor at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), known for her pioneering work in medical imaging. She specializes in the development and application of MRI for breast cancer detection, diagnosis, and treatment monitoring. Dr. Hylton’s research has advanced the use of MRI in evaluating tumor response to therapies, contributing to more personalized cancer care. A leader in women’s health, she directs the UCSF Breast Imaging Research Group and plays a vital role in clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes. Her innovations continue to shape the future of breast cancer management.