September - News & Upcoming Events
September brings a range of announcements and news from the fields of hematology and oncology. We’re pleased to share the latest updates with you in this issue and thank our partners for contributing valuable information.
Reminder: Call for Abstracts - Joint SPOG SSPHO Scientific Meeting 2026
🔔 Deadline: Submissions are possible until 15th of October 2025
We encourage you to take the opportunity to submit your abstract for the Joint SSPHO/ SPOG Scientific Meeting 2026. Sign up and share it within your network.
We would love to get to know your results of current research projects, case studies, protocol presentations or other abstract contents. Abstracts from the whole field of pediatric oncology, hematology and stem cell transplantation are accepted. The members of the Joint Scientific Committee will review all abstract submissions.
Your presentations will be a crucial part in the success of the Scientific Meeting 2026, and will provide you with the opportunity to exchange views on your work with the community.
SFGM-TC Annual Congress 2025 – Geneva
The 24th Annual Congress of the SFGM-TC will take place in Geneva from November 19–21, 2025. This international meeting has become a central event for professionals in cellular therapies and will include a diverse scientific program as well as joint sessions with partner societies.
More information is available via the SSPHO website:
👉 Further information and registration
Farewell Symposium: Prof. Nicolas von der Weid
We are pleased to share with you the invitation to the Farewell Symposium for Prof. Nicolas von der Weid, taking place on Friday, November 7th, 2025, at UKBB.
Date: Friday, November 07th, 2025
Time: 14:00 PM - 17:00 PM, followed by an apéro
Location: UKBB, Aula
👉 Further information and registration
SSPHO Working Group Meetings
We are pleased to highlight two upcoming working group meetings: the Solid & Rare Tumor Working Group Meeting and the Sarcoma Working Group Meeting. Both meetings provide an important platform for exchange and collaboration among members.
Reminder to Working Group Chairs
We would like to kindly remind all Working Group Chairs to share any information that should be published on the SSPHO website, including updates about your group’s activities and any changes in leadership. Please also feel free to reach out if you require support with administrative matters or help in organizing upcoming meetings.
