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SUMMARY:AACR Immuno-Oncology Conference (AACR IO)
DESCRIPTION:Discovery and Innovation in Cancer Immunology: Revolutionizing Treatment through Immunotherapy \nThe AACR Immuno-Oncology Conference (AACR IO) is being held in Los Angeles from 18 to 23 February 2026. \nAACR IO encompasses the very best of basic\, translational\, and clinical research in immunology\, inflammation\, and immunotherapies for cancer\, including immuno-oncology (IO) drugs\, inflammatory modulators\, vaccines\, and cellular therapies. \nThe inaugural AACR IO program in 2026 attracted over 600 scientists\, translational researchers\, clinical investigators\, regulators\, industry\, investors\, and lay press. \nThe unique format will include a mix of keynote lectures\, major symposia\, spotlight sessions\, educational sessions\, special sessions\, and poster sessions with exhibits. \nLocation: JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE\, 900 W Olympic Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA 90015\, United States \nKey Dates: \nAdvance Registration Deadline: Friday 9 January 2026. \nClinical Trial and Late-Breaking Abstract Submission Deadline: Tuesday 20 January 2026\, 1 p.m. ET (opens Monday 5 January 2026) \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/2026-aacr-immuno-oncology-conference/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Los Angeles\, 900 W Olympic Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTSTAMP:20260611T062356
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SUMMARY:Noosa Summer Swim Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Noosa Summer Swim Festival has grown into one of Australia’s most iconic open water swimming events. Each year\, more than 2\,500 swimmers—accompanied by around 5\,000 enthusiastic supporters—flock to Noosa for a weekend packed with sunshine\, surf\, and unforgettable swimsThe Noosa Summer Swim Festival has grown into one of Australia’s most iconic open water swimming events. Each year\, more than 2\,500 swimmers—accompanied by around 5\,000 enthusiastic supporters—flock to Noosa for a weekend packed with sunshine\, surf\, and unforgettable swims.The Noosa Summer Swim Festival has grown into one of Australia’s most iconic open water swimming events. Each year\, more than 2\,500 swimmers—accompanied by around 5\,000 enthusiastic supporters—flock to Noosa for a weekend packed with sunshine\, surf\, and unforgettable swims. \nWhen you nominate MIA as your charity of choice\, funds raised support our life-saving melanoma research\, so we can reach our mission of zero deaths from melanoma. \nMake sure you set up your fundraising page\, as well as registering for the event – both can be done at the link below. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/noosa-summer-swim-festival-2026/
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SUMMARY:Hybrid GP Education Breakfast: A Deep Dive into Diagnosing Acral and Nodular Melanoma
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an advanced hybrid educational breakfast designed for Skin Cancer Doctors and experienced General Practitioners wanting to strengthen their dermoscopy skills and build greater confidence in diagnosing less common melanoma subtypes. \nHosted by Melanoma Institute Australia and held in partnership with St Vincent’s Hospital Australia\, this engaging workshop will focus on diagnosing acral and nodular melanoma—aggressive subtypes that can be difficult to recognise\, even for experienced clinicians. \nDesigned for clinicians already familiar with dermoscopy and looking to extend their expertise\, the program includes expert presentations\, case discussions\, small-group learning\, and interactive panel sessions exploring the dermoscopic structures essential for identifying these challenging melanoma types. \nAGENDA* \n8:30am – Registration opens with breakfast served on arrival \nSESSION 1\n9:00am ­– Welcome and housekeeping – Prof Pascale Guitera (Dermatologist\, MIA) – Livestream opens\n9:05am – Dermoscopy of acral melanoma – Dr Lachlan Byth (Dermatologist\, MIA)\n9:55am – Dermoscopy of nodular melanoma – Prof Pascale Guitera\n10:45am – Q&A – Led by A/Prof Paul Fishburn and featuring Dr Lachlan Byth and Prof Pascale Guitera on panel – Livestream closes\n11:00am – Morning tea\n \nSESSION 2\n11:30am – Interactive case study based small group discussions facilitated by: \n\nA/Prof Paul Fishburn and Dr Christene Mikhail in Wollstonecraft (The Poche Centre)\nDr Tracey Purnell in Wagga Wagga (Notre Dame University Wagga)\n\n*Program and speakers are subject to change. \nViewing options: \n\nOnline for the 2-hr livestream didactic lectures and Q&A only (2 EA CPD hours)\nIn person at The Poche Centre\, Wollstonecraft to view the live lectures\, Q&A and a facilitated small-group case discussion (2 EA and 1.5 RP CPD hours)\nIn person at our satellite meeting in Wagga Wagga to view the livestream lectures together followed by an in-person facilitated small-group case discussion (2 EA and 1.5 RP CPD hours)\n\nEVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Saturday 21 February 2026\nTimes: \n\nIn-Person – 8:30AM–1:00PM AEDT\nOnline – 9:00AM–11:00AM AEDT\n\nLOCATION:\nIn-Person: \n\nThe Poche Centre\, 40 Rocklands Rd\, Wollstonecraft\nNotre Dame University Wagga\, 40 Hardy Ave\, Wagga Wagga\n\nOnline: A unique link will be sent to you before the event. \nCOST: Free \nCPD: \nA certificate of attendance will be provided. This event has been accredited for with RACGP (ID: 1436973)\, ACRRM (ID: 39615) and SkinPro CPD (ID: 10121). \nAttendees will either receive 2 EA CPD hours (if viewing online) or 2 EA and 1.5 RP CPD hours if viewing at one of our in-person locations. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/hybrid-gp-education-breakfast-a-deep-dive-into-diagnosing-acral-and-nodular-melanoma/
LOCATION:The Poche Centre (or online)\, 40 Rocklands Road\, Wollstonecraft\, NSW\, 2065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education,Clinician Education
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SUMMARY:Melanoma Research Alliance 2026 Retreat
DESCRIPTION:MRA’s Annual Scientific Retreat is the premier annual convening of global thought leaders from across the melanoma research community. By bringing together physician scientists\, pharmaceutical and biotech representatives\, government officials\, and patient advocates\, this invitation-only\, think-tank style conference aligns key stakeholders to present and discuss emerging ideas and issues shaping melanoma research from bench to bedside. \nThe 2026 MRA Scientific Retreat will continue MRA’s history of featuring scientific excellence\, facilitating interaction and early sharing of unpublished data through lectures including keynotes\, panel discussions\, networking roundtables\, and virtual poster presentations. Participants will include leading scientists from the United States and abroad\, as well as senior leadership from non-profit foundations\, government agencies\, industry\, philanthropists\, and other like-minded organizations. \n2026 Scientific Retreat Highlights:\n• Three day\, invitation-only event attended by premier melanoma researchers worldwide\n• 300+ global leaders in melanoma; over 60% are academic researchers\n• 20+ presentations from world-leading melanoma researchers sharing largely unpublished data\n• Small group\, topic-focused networking opportunities\n• Poster presentations from MRA-funded investigators\, including opportunities for live Q&A\n• Topics include cutting-edge research results in prevention\, detection\, and treatment development \nLocation: Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill\, Washington\, D.C.\, United States \nDates: February 25-27\, 2026 \nPlease Note: The retreat is an invitation-only event. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/mra-retreat-2026/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill\, Washington\, D.C.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260227T170000
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SUMMARY:Sally Crossing AM Award for an Outstanding Outcome in Cancer Research
DESCRIPTION:This Award is dedicated to the memory of the late Sally Crossing AM (1946-2016). Sally was a pioneer and tireless advocate for consumer involvement in cancer research. Cancer Council NSW and Cancer Voices NSW acknowledge the extraordinary support of the Belalberi Foundation and the Crossing family in conferring this award. \nThe Sally Crossing AM Award for an Outstanding Outcome in Cancer Research (individual award) rewards outstanding achievement in cancer research\, the inclusion of consumers in research\, and the delivery of significant benefit to the cancer community. \nThe Award recipient will receive $75\,000 to further their research endeavours. \nKey Dates\nApplications close: Friday 27 February 2026\, 5.00pm AEDT \nSEE GRANT GUIDELINES PDFSEE WEBSITE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/sally-crossing-award/
CATEGORIES:Grants,Early to Mid Career Researcher
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260227T170000
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SUMMARY:Sydney Cancer Partners Conference & Travel Funding
DESCRIPTION:SCP has limited funding available to support members presenting research results at a national or international conference. \nThis scheme aims to: \n\nSupport the professional development and expand the knowledge of SCP members.\nBuild interest and expertise in translational cancer research and evidence based clinical practice.\nDisseminate knowledge and information through the SCP website and other events.\n\nSuccessful applicants will receive up to: \n\n$1\,000 to present in person at a conference within Australia.\n$4\,000 to present in person at an international conference.\n$500 for registration fees to present at a virtual conference.\n\nFunding for in-person events can be used for registration fees\, travel\, and reasonable accommodation expenses. Per diem and meal reimbursement is not a claimable expense. Awardees are required to submit original invoices or receipts for reimbursement. \nFunding for virtual conferences is limited to the registration fee. \nKey Dates \nRound 16: 1 April – 30 June 2026. Applications close 5pm\, 27 February 2026 \nSEE GRANT GUIDELINESSEE WEBSITE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/scp-conference-travel-funding/
CATEGORIES:Grants,Travel
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