# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cancer Sciences Symposium 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Fri, 24 Jul, 2026 at 05:15 pm - **Event Description**: The Collaborative Continuum: Research into Practice and Beyond.About this EventJoin us for the Cancer Sciences Symposium 2026, featuring our Thursday evening launch of the Department of Cancer Sciences followed by our Friday full-day symposium programme. This year, our symposium focuses on collaborative research with translational impact. We welcome you to register for either or both days of this event.Thursday 23 July, 5:30 - 7.30 pmLecture theatre 505-007, 85 Park Rd, GraftonOur new Head of Cancer Sciences, Associate Professor Ben Lawrence will set out his vision Towards a Comprehensive Cancer Centre, followed by an opportunity to network over drinks and canapés.Friday 24 July, 8.30 am - 5.15 pmThe Fale Pasifika, 20-26 Wynyard Street, AucklandOur full-day programme features a rich array of speakers and panellists, headlined by keynote speaker Dr Peter Savas (Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne), who will speak to his research, the role of collaboration in advancing cancer science, and the value of fostering clinician–scientist partnerships.See the details of our programme in the Agenda section further down this page, with more details to come as the event approaches. We look forward to welcoming you to our 2026 Cancer Sciences Symposium.Ngā mihi,On behalf of Co-Convenors Dr Nicky Lawrence and Dr Alicia Didsbury, and the Cancer Sciences Symposium 2026 Organising CommitteeThursday 23 July?: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PMTowards a Comprehensive Cancer Centre - Cancer Sciences Launch and NetworkingInfo: Join us on Thursday, 23 July, from 5.30 - 7.30 pm at the University of Auckland's Grafton Campus (Lecture Theatre 505-007, 85 Park Road) as Associate Professor Ben Lawrence, our new Head of Cancer Sciences, sets out his vision 'Towards a Comprehensive Cancer Centre'. Drinks and canapés will be served at the conclusion of the lecture.Friday 24 July?: 08:30 AM - 05:15 PMThe Collaborative Continuum: Research into Practice and BeyondInfo: Join us on Friday, 24 July, from 8.30 am - 5.15 pm at the University of Auckland's beautiful Fale Pasifika (20-26 Wynyard Street) for our full-day programme features a rich array of speakers and panellists, headlined by keynote speaker Dr Peter Savas ?: 08:30 AMRegistration?: 09:00 AMMihi Whakatau and Symposium Opening?: 09:30 AMKeynote Speaker: Dr Peter Savas, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne?: 10:30 AMMorning Tea?: 11:00 AMTranslational Research in Action Info: Alicia Didsbury; Victoria Jackson-Patel; Cherie Blenkiron; Judith McCool ?: 12:00 PMNext Generation Discovery Info: Early career short oral presentations?: 12:30 PMLunch?: 01:30 PMCuriosity in the ClinicInfo: Libby-Rea Brownlee; Alice Mihinnick; Daisy Mak; Jerusha Padayachee; Lauren Brown, Mahendra Naidoo ?: 02:30 PMCancer Research TogetherInfo: Ben Lawrence; Fritha Hanning; Alexis Cameron?: 03:15 PMAfternoon Tea?: 03:45 PMCancer Sciences in MotionInfo: George Laking; Rodger Tiedemann; Julie Spicer?: 04:30 PMAdvancing Collaborative HorizonsInfo: Translating research into meaningful patient impact requires collaboration across disciplines and sectors. This panel brings together perspectives from across the cancer ecosystem to discuss how partnership can accelerate innovation and translation, and improve outcomes for patients. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/cancer-sciences-symposium-2026/100001988965156324 - **Event Categories**: science-fair, workshops, health-wellness, art, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 8 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 23 hours 45 minutes - Location: Fale Pasifika - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Auckland - **state**: AU - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Fale Pasifika - **lat**: -36.8519897 - **long**: 174.7720681 - **full address**: Fale Pasifika, 22 Wynyard Street, Auckland, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cancer Sciences Symposium 2026 - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Cancer+Sciences+Symposium+2026&date=Thu%2C+23+Jul%2C+2026+at+05%3A30+pm&bg=5 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cancer Sciences Symposium 2026 being held? - **A:** Cancer Sciences Symposium 2026 takes place on Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Fri, 24 Jul, 2026 at 05:15 pm at Fale Pasifika, 22 Wynyard Street, Auckland, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing Cancer Sciences Symposium 2026? - **A:** Cancer Sciences Symposium 2026 is organized by Te Aka Matauranga Matepukupuku, Te Aka Whai Ora. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cancer Sciences Symposium 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Auckland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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