Calling out Innovators
Every 75 Seconds, a life changes.
In 2026, we aren’t just fighting cancer with science; we’re fighting it with community. Join 200+ professionals, researchers, clinicians, innovators at keynotes, research presentations, panels, workshops all at the intersection of innovation and equity.
- October 21 - 23, 2026
- FirstSite, Colchester - UK
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21 - 23 Oct 2026 | FirstSite
Colchester, United Kingdom
Shaping The Future
One Conference, Three pillars
A premier gathering uniting research, technology, and community to accelerate clinical breakthroughs, cross-sector collaboration, and career development.
Cancer Research
Advancing rigorous clinical and translational science to redefine oncology outcomes.
Cancer Innovation
Translating advanced diagnostics, digital health, and biomarkers into immediate clinical action.
Cancer & The Community
Closing the care equity gap through robust patient advocacy, health literacy, and culturally safe care.
CALL FOR PAPERS NOW open!
Share Your Research, Shape The Future of Cancer Care!
Are you conducting research that could redefine cancer care? Whether you are a PhD researcher, postgraduate or undergraduate student, clinician, nurse, innovator, data scientist, public‑health advocate, or early‑career professional, we invite you to share your work at the 2026 Cancer Innovation & Future Leaders Conference.
Why submit an abstract?
1. Share your research with a multi-disciplinary audience
2. Receive feedback from clinicians, researchers, and industry professionals and explore colaboration opportunities.
3. Compete for oral and poster presentation awards
How To Submit:
1. Read the abstract guidelines (click to open guidelines page)
2. Prepare your abstract
3. Submit your abstract on the abstract submission form.
4. Wait for the notification of acceptance outcome email.
Important Dates:
1. Abstract Submission deadline extended to: 30th July 2026
2. Notification of acceptance: 30th July - 15th August 2026
3. Early Bird Registration Deadline: 30th August 2026
4. Conference Dates: 21-23 October 2026.
Enlightening sessions
Eminent & Profound Speakers
Dr Yemisi Sloanne
Lecturer, Criminology and Policing - Anglia Ruskin University
Prof Renee Luthra
Deputy Director, ESRC Research Centre on Micro-Social Change
Elizabeth Patterson
Senior Associate Solicitor - Medical Negligence, Irwin Mitchell LLP
Ruth Nanjala - PhD
Founder - My Science Journey, PhD in Molecular and Cellular Medicine
Dr Matthew Sweeting
Executive Medical Director - NHS Essex Integrated Care Board
Dr (HC) Rachel WALTON
CoFounder & Director - African Families in UK
Future leaders Innovation challenge
How do we design affordable, accessible, and culturally adaptable tools for early cancer detection?
Join a diverse community of students, researchers, clinicians, innovators, and problem‑solvers as you and your team use data to design a prototype that advances affordable, accessible, and culturally adaptable early‑detection tools for underserved communities across the UK and minority ethnic populations.
Interactive
Hands On Workshops!
Workshop
Shape Understanding: The Power of Science Communication
Learn how to effectively communicate your research findings to broader audiences, including the public, policymakers, and the media.
Workshop
Designing Solutions That Work in the Real World
This workshop focuses on low-cost interventions that have succeeded globally and how to design for low-resource settings.
Tickets
Early Bird Registration is Ongoing
Secure your spot now before tickets run out! A ticket covers access to all sessions and lunch for the 3 days!
Undergraduate
£100
Until August 30
Postgraduate
£120
Until August 30
General
£150
Until August 30
Late Registration
£180
From September 1
Onsite
£200
From October 10
Invaluable
Our Esteemed Partners
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone involved in cancer research, innovation, healthcare, or community health.
Yes — multiple submissions are welcome.
You will receive instructions for preparing your oral or poster presentation.
Updates can be made before the submission deadline.
Bringing together the brilliance of young scientists, the drive of healthcare innovators, and the strength of local communities.
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