American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2026
Hybrid Event
Apr 17 - 22, 2026
San Diego, California, USA
84 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ ...OVERVIEW
American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2026 is organized by American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and will be held from Apr 17 - 22, 2026 at San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, California, United States of America.
Description:
The AACR Annual Meeting consists of educational interventions designed to encourage the analysis and discussion of the latest findings in all areas of basic, translational, and clinical cancer research not only among researchers, but also by engaging clinicians in this scientific discourse. The AACR is committed to advancing the ability of clinicians to apply critical aspects of cancer research to the clinical practice of oncology to aid in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer.
Educational Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Assess the technological and computational advancements accelerating progress in cancer research and improving early detection and interception, with an ultimate goal to extend patients’ lives and improve their quality of life.
- Recognize how advances in precision cancer medicine are enhancing patient outcomes by closely monitoring patient response and aiming to reduce side effects.
- Incorporate the latest research findings regarding therapies and treatment options, including immunotherapy, radiotherapy, and combination therapies, in a variety of cancer types to improve patient outcomes.
- Evaluate how tumor evolution contributes to resistance to therapy and leverage tumor heterogeneity to develop better strategies for cancer prevention, interception, and treatment.
- Identify the factors influencing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of various cancers in patients from diverse populations and contribute to achieving health equity.
- Initiate collaborations among physicians, researchers, and clinician-scientists to advance cancer treatment and prevention strategies, and to support survivors.
Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.
KEY DATES
17 Apr, 2026
Event Start Date
22 Apr, 2026
Event End Date
ACCREDITATION & CREDITS
Joint Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Partners for Advancing Clinical Education (Partners) and the American Association for Cancer Research. Partners is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Physician Continuing Education
Partners designates this live activity for a maximum of 84 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
American Board of Internal Medicine Maintenance of Certification
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 84 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.
TARGET AUDIENCE
PhysicianCliniciansScientistsResearchersResidentsMedical StudentsPostdoctoral fellowsSPECIALITIES
OncologyImmunotherapiesSUGGESTED HOTELS
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