Building on the success of our sold-out 2024 inaugural event, we've expanded the conference to a three-day programme. We'll be exploring the future of data-enabled cancer research, highlighting the transformational role of emerging tools and technologies in advancing our understanding of cancer. Each day is dedicated to a specific theme:
Day 1 - Horizon scanning technologies with quantum sensing, quantum imaging and quantum computation as exemplars
Day 2 - Revolutionising cancer research: the transformative role of AI
Day 3 - Personalising cancer medicine: the power of health data
Throughout the event, we will also focus on how we can build vital trust and transparency regarding the use of patient data through patient and public involvement and engagement. Additionally, we’ll work together to address data solutions to shared challenges in children's and young people's cancers.
This is a must-attend event for anyone working in cancer research, data science, bioinformatics, computational oncology, computer science, mathematics or statistics, including those working at the interface between these disciplines. The event is open to researchers from all career stages from across the world.
Register nowMeet our keynote speakers, session co-chairs and the scientific committee helping us plan the event. Agenda and speaker details coming soon.
Find out moreAll attendees are eligible to submit a poster abstract, showcasing your work in data. Early career researchers can also apply for the chance to present their work through a flash talk.
Deadline for abstracts is 19 October 2025.
Applicants will be notified of acceptance from 24 November 2025. The presenting author of the abstract must register for the event.
Poster viewing will take place throughout the conference.
Interested in sponsoring the 2026 edition of our data-driven cancer research conference? Take a look at our sponsorship brochure and contact us for a confidential discussion.
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Registration includes VAT, networking lunch and coffee breaks on all days. There will also be networking drinks receptions on days one and two, with bowl food available on Wednesday 25 February.
Early bird admission until 19 September 2025 | Standard rate admission until 9 Jan 2026 | Final admission from 10 Jan 2026 | |
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Early career - student / postdoc | £255 | £310 | £370 |
Academic / clinician | £360 | £430 | £510 |
Healthcare professionals | £360 | £430 | £510 |
Industry attendees | £750 | £900 | £1080 |
Not for profit | £300 | £360 | £430 |
LMIC* | N/A | £100 | N/A |
Patient representatives** | Free | Free | Free |
* 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.
**Places are available for patient representatives if this is an area of interest for you. Reach out to us for a link to the application form to apply for a free place at the event. A limited number of travel bursaries are also available for patient representatives.
Attendees wishing to cancel their place can receive a full refund if notified by email by 27 January 2026.
Cancellations received between 28 January 2026 – 9 February 2026 will be subject to an administration charge of 6.5%+59p per ticket. Cancellations received after 10 February 2026 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 health and safety of our attendees and those you work with remain our highest priority. We will continue to closely monitor developments relating to COVID-19 and review guidance from government bodies. Further information and advice will be emailed to registered attendees ahead of the event.
The conference will be held at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), The Exchange, Edinburgh, EH3 8EE, Scotland.
Get detailed directions from the venue website.
Edinburgh International Conference Centre
Edinburgh's primary bus terminal is at St Andrews Square, offering connections across the UK. For routes, visit:
If you're coming from Edinburgh Airport by bus, take Airlink 100 for a frequent service to the city center. Disembark at Haymarket Station and follow signs to EICC (5-minute walk). You can find more information on the Lothian Buses website.
Edinburgh boasts two railway stations. Check the following for more information:
You can access the venue from Waverley Station (1.3 miles from EICC, with direct routes nationwide or Haymarket Station (0.4 miles from EICC, serving commuter and UK routes). Check with your provider for stops.
Edinburgh Trams operate between Airport and York Place. Closest stop to EICC is at Haymarket Station. For details, visit:
If you're walking from Haymarket Station, exit the station, head east towards pedestrian crossing and walk straight up Morrison Street to find EICC on the left.
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.
The EICC is a modern, purpose-built and fully accessible events venue. The venue has been designed to be inclusive to people of all abilities.
HEPA air purifiers will be in place across the rooms used for the conference.
Please visit the venue website linked above for more information about accessibility throughout the venue.
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:
Point A Edinburgh (49 yards from conference venue)
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa Edinburgh (0.4m from conference venue)
Hub by Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel (0.2m from conference venue)
Data-driven Cancer Research Conference 2024 programme(PDF, 132 KB)
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