50 years of ChCR – Program 21. – 22. August 2026
Marking 50 years of childhood cancer registration in Switzerland, this special event brings together a distinguished panel of national and international speakers to discuss the future of pediatric oncology registration and epidemiological research. This includes environmental causes of childhood cancer (including pesticides and PFAS), aspects relevant to long-term follow-up and late effects, use of big data from routine hospital care, the role of tumor biobanks and genetic data, and the importance of keeping a focus on children in planned revisions to Switzerland’s cancer registration legislation. The Swiss Childhood Cancer Survivor Study (SCCSS) investigator meeting on Saturday will discuss ongoing work of the Swiss Childhood Cancer Survivor Study and highlight opportunities for interested participants to contribute and make use of the study.
The event offers
- Selected presentations by excellent national and international speakers
- Interactive panel discussions on future challenges and policy
- An exciting poster show highlighting current research
- Valuable networking opportunities for stakeholders in pediatric oncology and epidemiology
Venue: University of Bern, von Roll Area, Fabrikstrasse 6, 3012 Bern, Room 003
Date: Friday, August 21 – Saturday, August 22, 2026
CME Credits:10 credits (Kernfortbildung Pädiatrie)
Register now: 50 Years of Childhood Cancer Registration in Switzerland
