5 years EU Cancer Mission: Stronger Through Connection

29 Sept – 1 Oct 2026 | Brussels, Belgium

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Tuesday, 29 September 2026 | 16:15 - 17:15

Understanding Cancer and importance of data exchange, 2nd part (Session B)

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The transition towards precision oncology and the objectives of the EU Cancer Mission are driven by a set of technological enablers. These technologies do not act in isolation; they form an integrated ecosystem that supports the shift from population-based treatments to personalised care. This session will explore how advances in Virtual Human Twins (VHTs), cancer genomics and artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming cancer research and care. It will showcase Cancer Mission, Horizon Europe Health Cluster and Digital Europe projects.  

Key topics to be addressed:

For the second round of rapid-fire presentations and roundtable discussions:

  • How the collection and share of molecular and clinical data can improve cancer characterisation, research and care

  • Benefits and challenges of digital oncology and cross-border health data exchange for cancer patients

5 speakers

  • Università Vita Salute San Raffaele

  • Professor, Head of Institute for Cancer Research, Coordinator EU PRIME-ROSE project

  • CGI-Clinics executive coordinator