OVERVIEW

13th Annual Symposium on Global Cancer Research (ASGCR) is organized by National Cancer Institute (NCI) and will be held from May 05 - 08, 2025.

Description:
By elevating the voice of patients and providers in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), cancer research can become more responsive, locally relevant, culturally sensitive, empowering, and effective. This also contributes to addressing historical challenges in global oncology, as research models have often focused on clinical data without incorporating the leadership, perspectives, and experiences of those directly impacted by cancer, such as patients, caregivers and providers. At ASGCR 2025, we will showcase collaborative models, where those living with cancer and delivering care for those affected by cancer are active partners and contribute valuable expertise based on their lived experience.

Patients and providers living in LMICs face challenges that significantly impact cancer care and research, including limited access to cancer services. Barriers such as financial constraints, stigma and cultural beliefs, are further compounded by a scarcity of trained healthcare professionals and adequate infrastructure. Our theme highlights equity and inclusivity as key attributes in global cancer research, the importance of actively involving patients and local healthcare providers in all aspects of the research continuum and understanding their challenges and needs throughout the process.

Learning Objectives:
• Create opportunities for researchers and program implementers from low resource settings to share their work.
• Provide a venue for the global oncology research community to exchange information and identify potential areas for collaboration.
• Share science-based initiatives that are reducing the burden of cancer in low resource settings.