PrIOMiC-OncoPoint symposium 2026

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Scope

PrIOMiC is CRIG’s International Thematic Network on cancer that stimulates collaboration between CRIG and international partners (read more…). OncoPoint is CRIG’s annual symposium to gather and stimulate interaction between cancer researchers in Ghent. In May, we will combine the two initiatives in a unique 2-day symposium!

The meeting will include a mix of presentations by international experts and PrIOMiC partners, as well as selected abstract and poster presentations from CRIG researchers, and dedicated networking moments. Next to plenary sessions on precision oncology, immuno-oncology and cancer modeling (the themes of PrIOMiC), there will also be parallel sessions (day 2) on (i) fundamental and translational, and (ii) clinical and psychosocial cancer research (co-organized by Kankercentrum UZ Gent).

There is no admission fee for OncoPoint, but registration is obligatory and restricted to UGent, UZ Gent and VIB-UGent collaborators (and international PrIOMiC partners). Accreditation will be requested.

 

Program

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The symposium contains a mix of presentations by international experts and PrIOMiC partners, as well as selected abstract and poster presentations from CRIG researchers, and dedicated networking moments.

Several international top experts will give lectures, including: Prof. Alejandra Bruna (ICR), Prof. Kyra Campbell (Sheffield), Prof. Hedwig Deubzer (Charité), Prof. Rita Fior (Lisbon), Prof. Olivier Gevaert (Standford), Prof. Joost Kluiver (Groningen), Prof. Arnon Lavie (Chicago), Prof. Henrik Grönberg (Karolinska Institute), , Prof. Maria Oliveira (Porto), Prof. Hector Peinado (Madrid), Prof. Frédéric Saltel (Bordeaux), Prof. Phuoc Tran (MD Anderson Cancer Center) &  Prof. Godelieve Tytgat (Utrecht).

Plenary sessions focus on precision oncology, immuno-oncology & cancer modeling (the PrIOMiC themes). On day 2 in the afternoon, additional parallel sessions are organized focusing on (i) fundamental & translational, and (ii) clinical & psychosocial/nursing cancer research (co-organized by Kankercentrum UZ Gent).

Both oral presentations (15') and storm session presentations (2' pitches) are selected from the abstracts submitted by CRIG (UGent, UZ, VIB-UGent) researchers. Poster sessions on both days will be organized to increase interaction between researchers. Several awards will be given for best presentations in all three categories.

 

Registration & abstracts

Registration (deadline 15 March 2026):

  • Registration is free of charge but obligatory! The symposium is only accessible for UGent, UZ Gent and VIB-UGent collaborators (and PrIOMiC partners).
  • Indicate whether or not you will submit an abstract (+ preference for 15' oral presentation, or 2' storm session/poster presentation, or poster only - see further)
  • Indicate whether you will join both days of the symposium, and/or the closing reception
  • Please inform us if you will only attend part of the day (or part of both days), and if you have dietary requests so that we can optimally arrange catering

Abstract submission (deadline 11 February 2026):

  • After registration, please submit your abstract (Word file) by email to CRIG@UGent.be (in cc: Anna.Rose@UGent.be)
  • Please consult your co-authors on possible intellectual property issues.
  • Abstract text should be no more than 250 words, written in English
  • Follow the format as indicated in following example
  • Your abstract can be selected for a oral presentation (15'), storm session presentation (2' pitch) and/or poster presentation (also depending on your preference).
  • Only part of the submitted abstracts will be selected for 15' or 2' presentation during the meeting (due to time limitations). However, all researchers that submit an abstract (except for those selected for a 15' presentation), will be able to present their work in a poster session. There will also be several awards for best poster presentations.
     

Venue

De Bijloke (Bijlokekaai 7, 9000 Gent- link to Google Maps

 

Sponsors

We invite companies to sponsor our PrIOMiC-OncoPoint symposium and get visibility in return! 
Please contact CRIG coordinator Dr. Pieter Rondou (CRIG@UGent.be) for sponsoring opportunities and the sponsor packages.

 

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OncoPoint
PrIOMiC