Save the Date: Scientific Symposium - 50 Years of Childhood Cancer Registration

The event will celebrate 50 years of childhood cancer registration in Switzerland. The scientific symposium: “50 Years of Childhood Cancer Registration: Past, Present, and Future,” will be held on August 21–22, 2026, in Bern.

This milestone event features an inspiring lineup of national and international experts exploring how data continues to shape the landscape of pediatric oncology. Key themes of the symposium include:

• The evolution of childhood cancer registration and its impact on research, policy, and care.

• Environmental risk factors, including new evidence on pesticides and PFAS exposure. 

• Future perspectives in genetic predisposition, biobanks, omics, and novel treatments.

• Life after cancer, highlighting research from childhood cancer survivor studies.

The event is on-site and free for all those interested in connecting, sharing ideas, and engaging with colleagues, fellow researchers, and stakeholders.

Registration link: 50 Years of Childhood Cancer Registration in Switzerland

Event program: 50 years of Childhood Cancer Registration