Past Global Health Events
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NCCP DRIVE Webinar: Insights and Lessons from NCCP Development in LMICs
This webinar will share key findings from the National Cancer Control Plan Development Research Initiative (NCCP DRIVE) study and its recent publication in the Journal of Cancer Policy. Cancer planners from participating countries will reflect on the results and share practical insights to inform National Cancer Control Plan (NCCP) development and implementation.
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U.S.-Japan Cooperative Medical Sciences Program (USJCMSP) International Conference
Virtual and in-person registration is now open for the U.S.-Japan Cooperative Medical Sciences Program (USJCMSP) 26th International Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID) in the Pacific Rim, which will be held June 23-26th, 2026. This year's theme is "Animal-Human-Environment Interface: Opportunities and Challenges to Eradicate and Cure Infectious Diseases." View the agenda, learn more, and register.
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Multimedia AI for Precision Oncology
In this session, Dr. Madabhushi will highlight the development of radiopathomics, an AI-driven framework that integrates radiology and digital pathology to capture tumor heterogeneity across spatial scales for improved diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic response prediction. He will present validation studies across multiple cancers demonstrating how these multimodal biomarkers can inform treatment selection, anticipate resistance, and enable more precise, personalized oncology care.
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ASCO 2026 Session: Celebrating 10 Years of NCI's Affordable Cancer Technologies (ACTs) Program
JCO Global Oncology co-editors, Paul Pearlman, PhD, and Fabio Ynoe de Moraes, MD, PhD, MBA, will discuss their special series "10 Years of the National Cancer Institute's Affordable Cancer Technology Program." Since the launch of the ACTs program in 2014, the series commemorates a decade of research innovation for technology-driven solutions in LMICs. This event is a part of the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting.
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NCI Center for Global Health at AACR 2026
NCI's Center for Global Health staff will present at the American Association for Cancer Research Meeting (AACR), April 17-22, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA.
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Pre-Conference Workshop: Early-Career Development Awards for Global Cancer Research at the NIH
This interactive CUGH pre-conference workshop, featuring NIH staff, grantees, and grant experts, outlines the K award process and outcomes in global cancer research. The session will be held the day before the main Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) conference and is free and open to the public.
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Advancing Cancer Epidemiology Through Global Collaboration
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, impacting millions across all regions and demographics. Global cancer research is vital to reducing this burden. In this seminar, Dr. Shu will highlight how international collaboration accelerates scientific discovery by leveraging diverse genetic profiles, environmental exposures, and lifestyles. Such cooperation enhances scientific rigor, addresses disparities in cancer incidence and care, and ensures that advances benefit patients everywhere.
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Prevention and Implementation Strategies for the Management of Gallbladder Cancer
Gallbladder cancer reflects major global disparities in cancer burden and outcomes. Hear from experts as they share insights on prevention, early detection, and real-world implementation of control strategies.
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A Comprehensive National Approach to Breast Cancer Control: The Jordan Breast Cancer Program Experience
In this seminar, Ms. Nisreen Qatamish will highlight the Jordan Breast Cancer Program as a national model for comprehensive breast cancer control, emphasizing its holistic approach to awareness, early detection, and diagnosis and the program’s role in shaping best practices for breast cancer control.
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Select Sessions from the Annual Symposium on Global Cancer Research
Select Sessions from the 13th Annual Symposium on Global Cancer Research (ASGCR 2025) will showcase key scientific content and presentations, the highest-scoring oral abstracts, presentation of the annual Rachel Pearline Award, and keynote address. Registration is open and free of charge. Simultaneous interpretation will be offered in French, Spanish, and Portuguese.