Cancer Neuroscience: Neural Mechanisms as Therapeutic Targets in Cancer; Emerging Cell Therapies: A New Era of Regenerative Medicine
Published in Bioengineering & Biotechnology, Cancer, and Neuroscience
Cancer Neuroscience: Neural Mechanisms as Therapeutic Targets in Cancer
February 21 - 24, 2027 @ Keystone Resort, Keystone, CO, USA
Important Deadlines
Early Registration Deadline: December 21, 2026
Scholarship Deadline: October 28, 2026
Short Talk Abstract Deadline: October 28, 2026
Poster Abstract Deadline: February 1, 2027
Meeting Summary
Title: Cancer Neuroscience: Neural Mechanisms as Therapeutic Targets in Cancer
Date: February 21 - 24, 2027
Location: Keystone Resort, Keystone, CO, USA
Scientific Organizers: Erica K Sloan, Jeremy Borniger, and Shawn Hervey-Jumper
Keynote Speaker(s): Asya Rolls, Tel Aviv University
Nerves and neural activity are involved in all aspects of cancer progression, from initiation to metastasis. However, neural-cancer interactions are highly understudied aspects of the tumor microenvironment, in cancers both in the brain and the body. Most of our peripheral organs and tissues are innervated by nerves that connect them with the central nervous system, and increasing evidence demonstrates critical neuronal control of diverse aspects of cancer biology. Conversely, there is growing evidence that cancers and cancer treatment modulate neural activity, and that the degree of this modulation influences treatment outcomes.
This Keystone Symposium on Cancer Neuroscience will address key questions in the field, including:
Delineation of full neural circuits from cancers in the body and the brain.
Integration between the CNS and primary and metastatic brain cancers
Critical signals between neurons and cancers
Modulation of neural-cancer interactions by cancer treatments
Therapeutic opportunities using neuromodulation of cancer
The Cancer Neuroscience Keystone Symposium provides the missing link between studies focused on the neural-cancer interactions in the brain and studies focused on the body. The event will serve as a nucleation center in this fast-growing field, bringing together cancer researchers, neuroscientists, immunologists, clinicians, physicists and bioengineers to integrate their understanding of this highly understudied component of the tumor microenvironment. The symposium will also serve as a platform to inspire and nurture a diverse cohort of young investigators who will shape the future of cancer neuroscience.
Join Options
Attend in person, via livestream, or catch sessions on demand after the conclusion of the conference.
*Keystone Symposia Scholarships & Awards*
Keystone Symposia offers discounted registration to students in undergraduate, M.S., Ph.D., or M.D. programs, providing access to the latest scientific advances, technologies, and approaches to further research and careers.
In addition, several financial aid opportunities are also available to support attendance at its scientific meetings:
- Student and Postdoctoral Scholarships provide up to $1,200 to help defray travel, lodging, registration, and related costs when presenting a poster at an in-person conference. Awards are competitive, based on the abstract’s scientific quality and relevance, and you must apply by the individual scholarship deadline for the desired meeting (abstract + mentor letter required).
- Early-Career Travel Awards (ECITAs) support early-career investigators with funding to attend meetings; these also require application by the posted deadline for each conference.
- Global Health Travel Awards (GHTAs) provide financial aid for scientists, clinicians, fellows, and students from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to participate in select Keystone Symposia meetings, especially those focused on global health topics. These awards may cover registration, lodging, airfare, and ground transportation, and applications are submitted through the Financial Aid Portal by the listed meeting deadlines. Learn which meetings have in-person GHTAs available: https://www.keystonesymposia.org/financial-aid/global-health-awards/ghta-listing
For details on eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply for financial aid, visit: https://www.keystonesymposia.org/financial-aid.
Emerging Cell Therapies: A New Era of Regenerative Medicine
February 21 - 24, 2027 @ Fairmont Monte Carlo, Monte Carlo, Monaco
Important Deadlines
Early Registration Deadline: December 21, 2026
Scholarship Deadline: October 27, 2026
Short Talk Abstract Deadline: October 27, 2026
Poster Abstract Deadline: January 29, 2027
Meeting Summary
Title: Emerging Cell Therapies: A New Era of Regenerative Medicine
Date: February 21 - 24, 2027
Location: Fairmont Monte Carlo, Monte Carlo, Monaco
Scientific Organizers: Stefan Irion, Agnete Kirkeby, and Christopher S. Chen
Keynote Speaker(s): Douglas A. Melton, Vertex Pharmaceuticals and Harvard University
This keystone meeting will bring together leading researchers to advance the development and translation of emerging cell therapies focused on achieving true tissue and organ regeneration beyond oncology. Significant knowledge gaps and translational challenges persist in applying cell-based strategies to restore function in damaged or diseased non-cancerous tissues and organs. This meeting aims to catalyze breakthroughs by fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and showcasing cutting-edge research that challenges current regenerative medicine paradigms.
The primary goals are to disseminate novel scientific knowledge, introduce innovative methods and technical capabilities, and forge collaborations that will drive the field towards clinical realization. Programmatic elements will showcase the spectrum of cell therapies, from those currently in clinical trials to promising future developments. Attendees will gain insights into groundbreaking research, including complex 3D tissue engineering and advancements in AI and machine learning. This meeting differentiates itself by explicitly bridging basic scientists, clinicians, and industry partners, creating a unique forum for cross-pollination and translational pathway identification. By uniting diverse perspectives, we aim to foster novel therapeutic strategies and shift the research landscape towards functional and durable organ regeneration.
What sets this meeting apart is its focused exploration of true regeneration beyond oncology, creating a specialized environment for in-depth discussions and targeted networking. The program features exceptional speakers, interactive panels on translational hurdles, including funding innovative research. Prospective attendees should choose this meeting for unparalleled access to regenerative medicine innovation, critical partnerships, and the opportunity to shape the future of therapies that fundamentally restore health and function.
Join Options
Attend in person, via livestream, or catch sessions on demand after the conclusion of the conference.
*Keystone Symposia Scholarships & Awards*
Keystone Symposia offers discounted registration to students in undergraduate, M.S., Ph.D., or M.D. programs, providing access to the latest scientific advances, technologies, and approaches to further research and careers.
In addition, several financial aid opportunities are also available to support attendance at its scientific meetings:
- Student and Postdoctoral Scholarships provide up to $1,200 to help defray travel, lodging, registration, and related costs when presenting a poster at an in-person conference. Awards are competitive, based on the abstract’s scientific quality and relevance, and you must apply by the individual scholarship deadline for the desired meeting (abstract + mentor letter required).
- Early-Career Travel Awards (ECITAs) support early-career investigators with funding to attend meetings; these also require application by the posted deadline for each conference.
- Global Health Travel Awards (GHTAs) provide financial aid for scientists, clinicians, fellows, and students from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to participate in select Keystone Symposia meetings, especially those focused on global health topics. These awards may cover registration, lodging, airfare, and ground transportation, and applications are submitted through the Financial Aid Portal by the listed meeting deadlines. Learn which meetings have in-person GHTAs available: https://www.keystonesymposia.org/financial-aid/global-health-awards/ghta-listing
For details on eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply for financial aid, visit: https://www.keystonesymposia.org/financial-aid.
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