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Pancreatic Cancer Conference 2026

Our inaugural event is taking place at the Park Plaza Victoria London from 7-9 July 2026.

About

Despite decades of progress in cancer research, there has been little improvement in outcomes for people affected by pancreatic cancer. This remains an area of critically unmet need.  

This conference will bring together an international, multidisciplinary community to showcase the latest in scientific advances, ignite meaningful debate and enable new collaborations to catalyse progress in pancreatic cancer research.

The programme will feature speakers from across the globe in scientific sessions and panel discussions, with talks spanning discovery, translational and clinical science. Themes range from examining the basic biology of the exposome and its role in tumour initiation and progression to unpicking the systemic physiological disruptions of late-stage disease.

This is a must-attend event for anyone working in pancreatic cancer research or related disciplines and is open to researchers from all career stages from across the world. There will be poster sessions and extensive networking opportunities for early career researchers.

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Programme

View the programme and meet our keynote speakers, session co-chairs and speakers.

Find out more

Submit an abstract

All attendees are eligible to submit a poster abstract, showcasing your work in pancreatic cancer and allied disciplines. Poster viewing will take place throughout the conference.

Early career researchers can also apply for the chance to present their work through a proffered talk.

The deadline for abstracts is 15 March 2026.

Applicants will be notified of acceptance from 27 April 2026. The presenting author of the abstract must register for the event.

Submit your abstract

Interested in sponsoring the 2026 edition of our pancreatic cancer conference? Take a look at our sponsorship brochure and contact us for a confidential discussion.

Download the sponsorship brochure(PDF, 178 KB)

Contact the research events team

Registration details

Fees

Registration includes VAT, networking lunch and coffee breaks on all days.

Ticket pricing

Early bird admission

Closes 9 January 2026

Standard admission

10 January - 25 May 2026

Final admission

From 26 May 2026

Student

£260

£310

£370

Academic / clinician

£360

£430

£510

Not for profit

£360

£430

£510

Healthcare professionals

£360

£430

£510

Industry

£750

£900

£1080

LMIC*

£100

Patients / people affected by cancer**

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.

Cancellation policy

Attendees wishing to cancel their place can receive a full refund if notified by email by 9 June 2026.

Cancellations received between 10–22 June 2026 will be subject to an administration charge of 6.5% +59p per ticket. Cancellations received after 23 June 2026 will not be refunded.

All cancellations must be made in writing to research.events@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.

Travel bursaries

There will be a limited number of travel bursaries available. For more information, email research.events@cancer.org.uk.

COVID-19 guidance

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.

Travel and accommodation

The conference will be held at the Park Plaza Victoria London, 239 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London, SW1V 1EQ.

Park Plaza Victoria London

How to find the Park Plaza Victoria

From the airport

From London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

From Heathrow Airport, take the London Underground, eastbound on the Piccadilly line. Change at Hammersmith Station and take the District line to London Victoria Station. Then walk south on Wilton Road for 100 metres. Park Plaza Victoria London will be on your left.

From Gatwick Airport (LGW)

From Gatwick Airport, take the Gatwick Express train to London Victoria Station. From the station, take the exit by Platform 2. Turn right and walk 100 metres. Park Plaza Victoria London will be on your left.

From London Stansted Airport (STN)

From London Stansted Airport, take the Stansted Express train to Liverpool Street Station. Change to London Underground and take the Circle line to London Victoria Station. Walk south on Wilton Road for 100 metres. Park Plaza Victoria London will be on your left.

By taxi

Only taxis (black cabs) can be hailed off the streets. 

Approximate taxi fares:

  • Heathrow Airport - £77

  • Gatwick Airport - £120

  • London Stansted Airport - £125

  • King's Cross/London St Pancras International stations - £15

  • London Paddington Station - £15

Please note that costs are estimates based on two people and are subject to change.

By train

From King's Cross & St. Pancras Railway Station (Eurostar) From King's Cross/London St Pancras International station, take the Victoria Line Southbound towards Brixton on the London Underground. Depart at London Victoria Station. Walk south on Wilton Road for 100 metres and Park Plaza Victoria London will be on your left.

For information on the London Underground and to plan travel routes please visit https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/tube/

Important travel information to the UK

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.

UK government website

Venue accessibility

Please visit the venue website linked above for more information about accessibility throughout the venue.

Accommodation

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:

  • Premier Inn London Victoria hotel – 0.1 mile / 3 minute walk

  • DoubleTree by Hilton London – Victoria – 0.1 mile / 3 minute walk

  • Holiday Inn Express London Victoria By IHG – 0.5 mile / 10 minute walk

Guiding principles for our research events and conferences

Our research events are designed to showcase cutting-edge science, bring together an international scientific community and facilitate collaborations.

We've prioritised embedding equality, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, patient and public involvement and environmental sustainability across all our research activities.

Read our guiding principles

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