Workshop on Techniques in Modeling Human Cancer in Mice 2026

Workshop on Techniques in Modeling Human Cancer in Mice is organized by The Jackson Laboratory and will be held from Aug 06 - 14, 2026 at The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor, Maine, United States of America.

Description:
The workshop is structured to provide a balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Mornings are dedicated to lectures by world-renowned scientists who will share the latest insights and advancements in cancer modeling. These sessions will cover a variety of organ sites and emphasize common themes in cancer research. Afternoon sessions are focused on intensive laboratory work, where you will apply what you’ve learned in a controlled, supportive environment.

Whether you're focused on a specific type of cancer or exploring multiple cancer types, this workshop is ideal for researchers who want to advance their expertise in cancer modeling and apply these techniques to their own studies.

What You’ll Learn:

• Develop technical skills to perform precise manipulations and surgeries on mouse models for cancer research. These include colon endoscopy, brain injection, lung lavage, mammary gland whole mount preparation, urogenital and prostate dissection, splenocyte and bone marrow isolation, xenografting (subcutaneous, kidney capsule and tail vein), necropsy and more!
• Learn how to prepare and maintain organoid cultures to facilitate cancer research in vitro.
• Gain practical knowledge in analyzing genetically defined mouse models, allowing you to ask critical questions about gene function and cancer biology.