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Wales Cancer Research Conference 2026

The Wales Cancer Research Conference 2026 is an opportunity for cancer researchers in Wales to convene across specialties, institutions and research areas. With speakers from Wales and the UK, presentations will cover the latest advances in cancer research and opportunities to connect with colleagues will help to stimulate future partnerships.

Submit an abstract

Abstract submissions are being welcomed for the lighting talks showcasing the breadth of research taking place across Wales. Each abstract is submitted in alignment with one of the CReSt themes: 

  • Theme 1: Precision and mechanistic oncology
  • Theme 2: Immuno-oncology
  • Theme 3: Radiotherapy
  • Theme 4: Cancer clinical trials
  • Theme 5: Palliative and supportive oncology
  • Theme 6: Prevention, early detection, primary care and health services research

Abstracts may be selected for oral or poster presentation. 

Submit your abstract

Abstract submission closing date: 16 January 2026, 12:00

A draft programme is available to view but timings are subject to change. More information about the event and the agenda will be added in the coming weeks.

Read the frequently asked question about the conference.

This conference is organised by the Wales Cancer Research Centre. Contact the Centre with any queries. 

 

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