EACR-Mark Foundation for Cancer Research Conference: The Rise of Early-Onset Cancers – Biology, Causes, and Detection

Overview:
Early-onset cancers, traditionally associated with individuals over the age of 50, are increasingly being diagnosed in young adults. The prevention and treatment of these tumors remain largely unknown.

This conference aims to foster a deeper understanding of the biological mechanisms, risk factors, and clinical implications of early-onset cancers. By bringing together leading experts from diverse fields in cancer research, the meeting will provide a unique platform to discuss the latest discoveries, promote interdisciplinary collaboration, and identify strategies for early detection, prevention, and treatment. Special attention will be given to knowledge gaps, translational studies, healthcare disparities, and improving the clinical management of early-onset cancer patients.

Target Audience

• Researchers and physicians interested in the epidemiology and aetiology of sporadic cancers among younger adults
• Professionals looking to discuss key questions in the field
• Individuals aiming to lay the foundations for a community dedicated to the study of early-onset cancers

Speakers

• Alberto Bardelli
• Irit Ben-Aharon
• Andrew Blankin
• Yin Cao
• Giulia Martina Cavestro
• Ahmedin Jemal
• Selma Masri
• Gianluca Mauri
• Shuji Ogino
• Ulrike Peters
• Nicola Segata
• Cheryl Walker
• Jelle Wesseling

Keywords

• Cancer research
• Oncology
• Early-onset cancers
• Biological mechanisms of cancer
• Cancer risk factors
• Clinical implications
• Early detection
• Prevention
• Cancer treatment
• Cancer therapies
• Healthcare disparities
• Translational cancer research
• Clinical management of cancer patients
• Cancer epidemiology
• Cancer aetiology
• Molecular pathology
• Exposome changes
• Cancer microbiome
• Cancer immunity
• Tumour microenvironment
• Carcinogenesis
• Cancer epigenetics
• Preclinical experimental models
• Microsimulation modelling
• Cancer survivorship

Important Deadlines

• Travel Grant Application Deadline: 15 September 2025
• Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 September 2025
• Registration Deadline: 13 October 2025