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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729
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SUMMARY:SHP Annual Forum
DESCRIPTION:As an NHMRC-accredited Research Translation Centre\, Sydney Health Partners leverages the collective strength of our partners to accelerate the adoption of evidence into practice. This year’s Forum explores how we can work together to build lasting impact through effective research translation\, strengthen clinician‑to‑researcher career pathways\, and ensure our research remains globally competitive and in alignment with the priorities of our healthcare system. \nReflecting on another successful year of research translation\, the Forum will also celebrate excellence through our annual awards\, and shine a light on the essential role of genuine consumer–researcher partnerships in shaping research that truly matters. \nKeynote speakers: \n\nAdjunct Professor Michael Nicholl\, Chief Executive\, Clinical Excellence Commission\nProfessor John Prins\, Dean\, Faculty of Medicine and Health\, University of Sydney\n\nLocation: Kerry Packer Education Centre\, Johns Hopkins Drive (Off Missenden Road)\, RPA Hospital Precinct\, Camperdown NSW \nKey Date: 1:00-5:00 pm\, Wednesday 29 July 2026 (followed by networking refreshments) \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/shp-annual-forum/
LOCATION:Kerry Packer Education Centre\, John Hopkins Drive\, Camperdown\, NSW\, 2050\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
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SUMMARY:The RACP Trainee Research Awards Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the next generation of physician researchers at the RACP Trainee Research Awards Symposium. \nHear outstanding trainees from across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand present their innovative research in paediatric and adult medicine. We’ll be joined by our guest speaker\, renal and transplant physician\, Associate Professor Melanie Wyld\, alongside members of the College Research Grants Committee. \nAll members are welcome. The Symposium will be of particular interest to trainees who are considering\, starting or continuing a career in medical research. \nLocation: RACP Office\, 145 Macquarie Street\, Sydney / Online \n\nKey Date: Friday\, 31 July 2026 from 2.30pm to 6pm AEST \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/racp-awards-symposium/
LOCATION:RACP\, 145 Macquarie Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
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SUMMARY:ABNA Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:ABNA’s Annual Conference “From Collection to Discovery: Enabling Research\, Accelerating Impact” will be held in Hobart\, 16-18 September 2026. \nThe star event in the annual ABNA calendar\, this meeting provides an opportunity to connect with biobankers and biospecimen scientists from around the world to discuss shared strategies to shape the future of biobanking. The 2026 program will once again foster professional growth and encourage a commitment to excellence through expert talks exploring novel approaches to traditional biospecimen science as well as and cutting-edge biobanking technology. \nEnjoy workshops\, special interest group meetings\, rapid fire presentations\, poster displays\, and elevator pitch presentations as well as a range of networking events including biobanker speed networking\, a site visit and gala dinner to facilitate collaborations with researchers\, policymakers\, corporate sponsors and industry leaders to drive innovation and partnership. \nDon’t miss this chance to engage with the Australasian Biobanking community in the stunning city of Hobart – home to a thriving research and education sector. See you there! \nLocation: Crown Plaza Hobart\, Tasmania \nKey Dates: \nAbstract submission deadline: 14 August 2026\nAbstract notifications: late August/early September 2026\nEarly bird registration deadline: 31 July 2026 \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/abna_conference/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Hobart\, 110 Liverpool Street\, Hobart\, Tasmania\, 7000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
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SUMMARY:The Daffodil Centre Annual Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Daffodil Centre\, a partnership between Cancer Council NSW and The University of Sydney\, is focused on finding the most effective ways to prevent cancer and improve outcomes. \nThis 2026 symposium brings together researchers\, partners and community members to preview new research\, exchange ideas\, and build the collaborations that will drive this rapidly evolving field. \nWe are setting a bold new direction. Meet our team and hear how we are bringing cancer prevention together in one centre. \nThe full program will be announced shortly. \nLocation: NSW Teachers Federation Conference Centre\, Surry Hills\, NSW \nKey Date: Thursday 17 September 2026\, 9am-3:30pm AEST \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/daffodil-centre-symposium/
LOCATION:NSW Teachers Federation Conference Centre\, 37 Reservoir St\, Surry Hills\, NSW\, 2010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
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SUMMARY:SITC Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:SITC 2026 is the premier international conference focused on cancer immunotherapy\, bringing together leaders from academia\, regulatory agencies\, government\, and industry for education\, scientific exchange\, and networking. \nThe conference provides a multidisciplinary educational and interactive environment focused on improving outcomes for cancer patients by incorporating strategies based on basic and applied cancer immunotherapy. \nWhy attend SITC 2026? \n\nCutting-edge sessions by IO experts (Don’t miss over 40 sessions on the latest IO research)\nIn-person networking opportunities with IO luminaries\nAccess the latest immuno-oncology research\n\nLocation: Phoenix Convention Center\, Phoenix\, Arizona\, United States \nKey Dates: \nRegular and early career investigator award abstract submission deadline: 25 June 2026\nAbstract notifications: 31 July 2026\nLate-breaking abstract submission deadline: 10 September 2026\nAbstract notifications: 28 September 2026 \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/sitc_meeting/
LOCATION:Phoenix Convention Center\, 100 N 3rd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113
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SUMMARY:IPOS Annual World Congress
DESCRIPTION:The annual IPOS World Congress of Psycho-Oncology and Psychosocial Academy brings together professionals in diverse fields from around the globe who dialogue about improving cancer care on an international level and developing strategies to add psychosocial issues to all aspects of cancer control. The attendees include\, but are not limited to\, psychologists\, psychiatrists\, physicians\, nurses\, social workers\, social scientists\, patient advocates\, educators and administrators\, dieticians\, epidemiologists\, spiritual care specialists\, and vocational rehabilitation specialists. \nThe congress offers three days of symposia\, podium presentations and posters addressing a variety of disciplines within cancer supportive care. The congress is held in conjunction with the Psychosocial Academy which offers one day of training workshops and presentations. \nThe theme of the congress is «Towards a sustainable psycho-oncology: of all and for all». In the twenty-first century\, there is no longer any doubt about the need to address the psychological aspects of cancer patients and their families\, nor about the necessity of incorporating it in patient care throughout the entire cancer journey. It is time to make psycho-oncology a reality across the entire healthcare and social support network for people living with cancer all over the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Hotel Barceló Sants\, Barcelona\, Spain \n\n\n\n\n\nKey Dates: \nAbstract Submission Deadline: 15 July 2026\nAbstract Decision Notification: August 2026\nPresenting Author Registration and Payment Deadline: 1 October 2026\nWorkshop Submission Deadline: 1 July 2026\nEarly Bird Registration Deadline: 11 August 2026 \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/ipos-congress/
LOCATION:Hotel Barceló Sants\, Pl. dels Països Catalans\, s/n\, Sants-Montjuïc\, Barcelona\, 08014\, Spain
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SUMMARY:Melanoma and Immunotherapy Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming annual appointments for worldwide cancer clinicians and researchers\, gaining more and more attendees every year\, the 11th edition of Immunotherapy Bridge and the 16th edition of Melanoma Bridge will be held in Naples (Italy) from November 30th to December 1st and from December 1st to 3rd\, respectively. \nThe first session of Immunotherapy Bridge will be jointly organized with the Society for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer and dedicated to the Modulator of Tumor Immunity and Immunotherapy. An in depth analysis of the drivers of organ specific immune response\, the novel drugs development\, the actual landscape and future perspectives on the field of cancer vaccines and the neoadjuvant therapies across cancers will follow. \nThe scientific program of Melanoma Bridge will be dedicated to the most pressing of the unanswered questions\, the translational research in melanoma and the most valuable emerging strategies. \nBoth Immunotherapy and Melanoma Bridge meetings will host a “Great Debate” session\, where counterpoint views from leading experts on specific controversial clinical issues will be presented\, discussed and evaluated by the audience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Royal Continental Hotel Naples\, Italy \nKey Dates:\nAbstract Submission Deadline: 5 October 2026\nAbstract Decision Notification: 30 October 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/melanoma-immunotherapy-bridge/
LOCATION:Royal Continental Hotel Naples\, Via Partenope 38/44\, Naples\, 80121\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205
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SUMMARY:ASI Annual Scientific Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The ASI 2026 Local Organising Committee warmly invites you to join us for the 54th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australian and New Zealand Society for Immunology (ASI)\, to be held 30 November – 4 December 2026 in Canberra (Ngunnawal Country)\, Australia’s national capital. \nSet in one of the world’s most sustainable and liveable cities\, Canberra offers the perfect setting for a week of discovery\, connection\, and scientific excellence. Our comprehensive program will spotlight the leading immunological research from Australia\, New Zealand and around the world. The program will include a wide range of topics covering cutting-edge fundamental\, translational\, and clinical immunology—from infection\, inflammation\, and autoimmunity to tumour immunology\, and immunometabolism. \nOur meeting venue\, QT Canberra\, provides an intimate environment designed to support vibrant discussion and collaboration. Set close to the city centre\, on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin\, you will be within easy reach to a thriving food and wine scene\, national museums and galleries and scenic outdoor spaces providing every opportunity to immerse yourself in the best Canberra has to offer. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to ASI 2026 in Canberra—a meeting that promises rich scientific exchange\, renewed connections\, and an engaging celebration of our immunology community. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: QT Canberra\, Canberra\, Australia \nKey Dates: \nAbstract Submission Deadline: mid-late August 2026\nAbstract Decision Notification: Sep – Oct 2026\nEarly Bird Registration Deadline: mid-late August 2026\nStandard Registration Deadline: 23 November 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/asi-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:QT Canberra\, 1 London Cct\, Canberra\, 2601\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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