We're bringing together discovery researchers working across biological scales, from molecules and cells to tissues, organs and whole organisms. Explore work across disciplines, uncover new ways of thinking about cancer biology and discover how fundamental research contributes to progress in cancer science.
Across two days, we will break down disciplinary boundaries and help you build connections beyond your field. You’ll have opportunities to form new collaborations across scales and take part in activities to advance your research and career.
Whether you’re an early career researcher or established in your field, join a community working across fundamental cancer biology.
Register nowOur expert scientific committee are shaping a high-impact programme of cutting-edge science, collaboration and networking.
The programme will explore the following key themes:
molecular mechanisms
enabling technologies
cell behaviour
tissues, organs and organisms
The full agenda and speakers will be announced soon.
University of Cambridge
University of Oxford
University of Edinburgh
All attendees are eligible to submit a poster abstract; poster viewing will take place throughout the conference.
Early career researchers will also be invited to share their work through a poster presentation or lightning talk.
Deadline for abstracts is 30 October 2026.
Applicants will be notified of acceptance from 13 November 2026. The presenting author of the abstract must register for the conference.
Submit your abstractInterested in sponsoring the conference? Contact our research events team for a confidential discussion.
Email us at researchevents@cancer.org.uk
Registration includes VAT, networking lunch and coffee breaks on both days.
Early bird admission (until 11 Sep 2026) | Standard admission (12 Sep – 27 Nov 2026) | Final admission (from 28 Nov 2026) | |
Student | £75 | £125 | £150 |
Academic/clinician | £125 | £175 | £200 |
Not for profit | £125 | £175 | £200 |
Healthcare | £125 | £175 | £200 |
Industry | £200 | £250 | £300 |
LMIC* | £50 | ||
*Applicable to attendees working in developing countries only. At the time of application, developing countries are defined according to the World Bank classification of low, lower-middle and upper-middle countries based on the Gross National Income (GNI) per capita.
Attendees wishing to cancel their place can receive a full refund if notified by email by 25 December 2026.
Cancellations received between 26 December 2026 – 8 January 2027 will be subject to an administration charge of 6.5% +59p per ticket.
Cancellations received after 8 January 2027 will not be refunded.
All cancellations must be made in writing to researchevents@cancer.org.uk. Attendees can send a replacement free of charge.
Cancer Research UK is not liable for any travel or accommodation costs relating to attendee bookings.
The conference will be held at The Royal Society of Medicine, 1 Wimpole Street, London W1G 0AE.
Visit The Royal Society of Medicine website
The nearest tube stations are Oxford Circus station and Bond Street station.
From Heathrow Airport, take the Elizabeth Line to Bond Street Station.
From Gatwick Airport, take the Gatwick Express train to London Victoria station, change onto the London Underground Victoria line towards Walthamstow Central and depart at Oxford Circus station
From London Stansted Airport, take the Stansted Express train to Liverpool Street Station. Change to London Underground taking the Central line westbound, depart at Oxford Circus station.
From King's Cross & St. Pancras Railway Station (Eurostar). Take the London Underground Victoria Line Southbound towards Brixton and depart at Oxford Circus Station.
For information on the London Underground and to plan travel routes please visit https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/tube/.
The UK government has issued new travel advice for international travel to the UK from April 2025. Attendees should visit the UK government website to check if an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) is required to enter the UK.
Guidance on how to apply for an ETA can also be found on the website.
Visit the UK Government website
The venue is wheelchair accessible and welcomes registered guide and hearing dogs.
Cancer Research UK is not liable for any travel or accommodation costs. If you are seeking accommodation, there are many hotels in the area, including:
Z Hotel Tottenham Court Road - 0.6 miles/13-minute walk
Doubletree by Hilton London Marble Arch - 0.5 miles/11-minute walk
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