# Event Details - **Event Name**: Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 12 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 am – Fri, 13 Nov, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: The University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer Center is proud to host the Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026.About this EventJoin Us at the Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026!This two-day scientific meeting will focus on how environmental and natural hazards affect cancer prevention and control, bringing together researchers, students, stakeholders, and community partners to share evidence, discuss research gaps, and promote collaboration to support effective practice, policy, and workforce development.Conference Topics:Carcinogenic exposuresEnvironmental epidemiologyExposure assessment using geospatial dataImpact of environmental and natural hazards on the cancer control continuumCommunicating environmental risksEnvironmental health priorities, cancer control plans and policy*Complete conference registration on the "Reserve a spot" tab.*Additional Details for Abstract SubmissionThe submission of abstracts requires a fee of $50. Once your payment is confirmed, you will receive a link to our Ex Ordo platform to complete your abstract submission.* Pre-Conference Workshop with limited spaces available.TERMS AND CONDITIONSThe Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026 (the “Conference”) is organized by the University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer Center (“UPRCCC”). By registering for or participating in the Conference, participants acknowledge and agree to the following Terms and Conditions.REGISTRATION AND ATTENDANCERegistration is subject to availability and completion of all applicable registration requirements. The UPRCCC reserves the right to deny, suspend, or cancel any registration when necessary to protect the integrity, safety, security, operations, or mission of the Conference.PAYMENT POLICYRegistration fees, sponsorship payments, exhibitor fees, and other Conference-related payments shall be made through approved payment methods established by the UPRCCC. Registration is not considered complete until payment has been successfully processed and confirmed.REFUND POLICYAll registration fees are non-refundable.Registration fees will not be refunded due to:• Scheduling conflicts.• Travel delays or cancellations.• Personal circumstances.• Failure to attend the Conference.• Changes in speakers, panelists, agenda, session topics, or program schedule.• Participant dissatisfaction with Conference content.• Weather conditions that do not result in cancellation of the Conference.Notwithstanding the foregoing, the UPRCCC reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to issue full or partial refunds under exceptional circumstances, including:• Cancellation of the Conference by the UPRCCC.• Circumstances where a refund is required by applicable law.• Circumstances where a refund is required under Eventbrite policies.• Other extraordinary situations determined by the UPRCCC on a case-by-case basis.Requests for refund consideration must be submitted in writing.CONFERENCE MODIFICATIONSThe UPRCCC reserves the right to modify the Conference agenda, schedule, speakers, panelists, session topics, venue, format, or related activities whenever circumstances warrant. Such modifications shall not constitute grounds for refunds or claims against the UPRCCC.CONFERENCE CANCELLATION OR POSTPONEMENTThe UPRCCC reserves the right to cancel, postpone, reschedule, relocate, or modify the Conference due to operational, financial, regulatory, public health, safety, weather-related, or other circumstances beyond its reasonable control. In such cases, the UPRCCC shall determine the appropriate course of action, including whether refunds will be issued.PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO, AND MEDIA RELEASEBy attending the Conference, participants grant the UPRCCC permission to photograph, record, livestream, videotape, or otherwise capture their image, likeness, voice, and participation. Such materials may be used by the UPRCCC for educational, scientific, academic, research, institutional, historical, promotional, and reporting purposes without compensation.PRIVACY AND PERSONAL INFORMATIONThe UPRCCC will collect only the information reasonably necessary to:• Administer the Conference.• Process registrations and payments.• Issue attendance certificates.• Communicate with participants.• Comply with legal, fiscal, audit, and reporting obligations.Information collected will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and institutional policies.CODE OF CONDUCTAll participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional, respectful, and lawful manner. The following is prohibited:• Harassment.• Discrimination.• Threatening behavior.• Disruptive conduct.• Unlawful activities.• Interference with Conference operations.The UPRCCC reserves the right to remove any participant whose conduct is inconsistent with these standards.LIMITATION OF LIABILITYThe UPRCCC shall not be responsible for:• Travel expenses.• Lodging expenses.• Lost profits.• Business interruptions.• Personal property losses.• Indirect damages.• Consequential damages.• Incidental damages.Participation in the Conference is voluntary and at the participant’s own risk.SCIENTIFIC INDEPENDENCESponsorships, exhibitor participation, grants, institutional support, and financial contributions shall not influence:• Scientific content.• Educational programming.• Speaker selection.• Research priorities.• Scientific conclusions.• Conference recommendations.The UPRCCC retains full and exclusive authority over all academic, scientific, educational, and programmatic aspects of the Conference.NON-ENDORSEMENT OF SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORSParticipation as a sponsor, exhibitor, speaker, collaborator, or attendee shall not be construed as an endorsement by the UPRCCC of any:• Product.• Service.• Technology.• Treatment.• Commercial activity.• Organization.• Position.MEDICAL DISCLAIMERInformation presented during the Conference is intended solely for educational and scientific purposes. Nothing presented during the Conference constitutes medical advice, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or professional healthcare services.Participants should consult qualified healthcare professionals regarding individual medical conditions and treatment decisions.FORCE MAJEUREThe UPRCCC shall not be liable for delays, interruptions, modifications, postponements, or cancellation of the Conference resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:• Natural disasters.• Hurricanes.• Earthquakes.• Public health emergencies.• Government actions.• Utility failures.• Technological failures.• Labor disputes.• Civil disturbances.• Acts of terrorism.INSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITYNothing contained in these Terms and Conditions shall be construed as limiting the statutory authority, fiduciary responsibilities, governance powers, operational authority, or administrative discretion of the University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer Center.GOVERNING LAWThese Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.ACCEPTANCE OF TERMSBy registering for, attending, sponsoring, exhibiting, presenting, or otherwise participating in the Conference, each participant acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.Eventbrite service fees, payment processing fees, credit card charges, banking fees, administrative fees, and similar transaction costs may be non-refundable, even in circumstances where a registration fee is refunded, to the extent permitted by applicable law and Eventbrite policies.University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer CenterEnvironmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026Thursday, November 12, 20🕑: 08:00 AMRegistration opens🕑: 09:00 AM - 01:00 PMPre-Conference Workshop: Emerging Priorities🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:25 PMOfficial Welcome and Opening Remarks🕑: 01:25 PM - 02:00 PMPlenary Session I: The Need for Environmental Oncology🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:50 PMSession I: Environmental Exposures and Pediatric Cancer🕑: 02:50 PM - 03:10 PMNetworking Break🕑: 03:10 PM - 04:25 PMSession II: Carcinogenic Exposures in our Environment🕑: 04:25 PM - 05:15 PMSession III: PFAS and emerging links to cancer: A priority worldwide🕑: 05:15 PM - 06:45 PMPoster Session & Networking EventFriday, November 13, 2026🕑: 07:30 AMRegistration opens🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:05 AMPlenary Session II: Natural Hazards and Environmental Determinants of Cancer 🕑: 09:05 AM - 10:15 AMSession IV: Impact of Global Natural Hazards in Cancer Control Continuum🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:30 AMNetworking Break🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:45 AMSession V: Communicating Environmental Risks: Integrating Communities into Can🕑: 11:45 AM - 01:15 PMLunch Break🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PMSession VI: Emerging Scholars in Environmental Oncology🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:15 PMSession VII: Integrating Environmental Health Priorities across Cancer Control🕑: 03:15 PM - 03:55 PMOfficial Closing🕑: 03:35 PM - 04:00 PMFinal evaluation for Continuing Educational Credits - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-juan/environmental-risks-and-cancer-research-conference-2026/100001991386817578 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, health-wellness, workshops, meetups, it, virtual - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - Duration: 10 hours - Location: Puerto Rico Convention Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 50, max: 268.61, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: San Juan - **state**: PR - **country**: Puerto Rico - **location**: Puerto Rico Convention Center - **lat**: 18.4534434 - **long**: -66.0922646 - **full address**: Puerto Rico Convention Center, 100 Convention Boulevard, San Juan, Puerto Rico ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/15e92745fdfd053f7ded941bc88aee4896ee2ade595706f4c0b7a8b9fd4ce897-rimg-w953-h404-dc93a1aa-gmir.jpg?v=1782635018 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026 being held? - **A:** Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026 takes place on Thu, 12 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 am to Fri, 13 Nov, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Puerto Rico Convention Center, 100 Convention Boulevard, San Juan, Puerto Rico. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026? - **A:** Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026 is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026? - **A:** Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026 is organized by Centro Comprensivo de Cancer. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Environmental Risks and Cancer Research Conference 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Juan, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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