50 Years of Childhood Cancer Registration: Past, Present, and Future
The Swiss Childhood Cancer Registry is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a scientific symposium held on-site in Bern on August 21 and 22, 2026.
This landmark event brings together a distinguished lineup of national and international experts to explore how five decades of registration data have transformed and continue to shape the landscape of pediatric oncology.
Event Overview
Date: Friday, 21 August 2026 (09:00) – Saturday, 22 August 2026 (15:30)
Location: Bern, Switzerland
Format: On-site conference
Cost: Free of charge for all participants
Key Themes & Scientific Program
The symposium provides a comprehensive platform to connect, exchange ideas, and engage with clinical colleagues, researchers, and healthcare stakeholders. Highlights of the scientific program include:
History & Impact: The evolution of childhood cancer registration and its direct influence on clinical research, healthcare policy, and patient care.
Environmental Epidemiology: New evidence on environmental risk factors, including studies on pesticide and PFAS exposure.
Future Directions: Emerging perspectives in genetic predisposition, biobanking, omics technologies, and innovative therapeutic approaches.
Survivorship: Key research insights and long-term outcomes from childhood cancer survivor studies.
Registration & Links
Participation is free, but registration is required to attend.
