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  • Special Plenary to Focus on IASLC’s Role in Shaping Thoracic Cancer Research, Treatment

    Special Plenary to Focus on IASLC’s Role in Shaping Thoracic Cancer Research, Treatment

    By

    Fred Gebhart
    Meeting News, WCLC News

    Former IASLC CEO Dr. Paul A. Bunn, Jr., says lung cancer is a global challenge and the unique multinational and multi-specialty nature of the IASLC has helped to build a global response.


  • Learn and Network During Poster Viewing Events

    Learn and Network During Poster Viewing Events

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, WCLC News

    The WCLC 2024 program includes several opportunities to browse posters and see the latest in thoracic oncology research.


  • First Presidential Symposium to Explore Practice-Changing Research in Lung Cancer Screening, Immune Oncology

    First Presidential Symposium to Explore Practice-Changing Research in Lung Cancer Screening, Immune Oncology

    By

    Fred Gebhart
    Early Detection & Screening, Evolving Standards of Care, Meeting News, WCLC News

    The session will also include late-breaking data from HARMONi-2, NeoCOAST-2, and TROPION-Lung01 as well as an address from IASLC President Dr. Paul Van Schil.


  • Action Needed to Improve Gender Equity in Thoracic Oncology

    Action Needed to Improve Gender Equity in Thoracic Oncology

    By

    Fred Gebhart
    Meeting News, WCLC News

    While women remain a minority in thoracic oncology, Drs. Narjust Florez and Linda Martin say change is happening. The duo will co-chair a special session designed to address issues faced by women in the field.


  • IASLC President-Elect Reflects on Importance of Prevention, Screening, Biomarker Testing and More

    IASLC President-Elect Reflects on Importance of Prevention, Screening, Biomarker Testing and More

    By

    Fred Gebhart
    Early Detection & Screening, Meeting News, Society News, WCLC News

    Dr. Caicun Zhou discusses his plans for WCLC 2024 as well as his goals for his time as IASLC President.


  • Empowering Change and Amplifying Impact Through Research Advocacy Activities

    Empowering Change and Amplifying Impact Through Research Advocacy Activities

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, Patient Advocacy, WCLC News

    In a Q&A with ILCN, patient advocate Isaac Joseph discusses the importance of patient advocacy in resource-limited settings.


  • Meet the Expert: Digital Health for Supportive Care Delivery

    Meet the Expert: Digital Health for Supportive Care Delivery

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, Patient Advocacy, WCLC News

    Palliative care expert Dr. Jennifer Temel talks about the role of digital health apps in supportive care interventions during an interview with ILCN.


  • 2024 Distinguished Service Award Recipients Honored During Opening Plenary Session

    2024 Distinguished Service Award Recipients Honored During Opening Plenary Session

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, Society News, WCLC News

    Drs. Kwun Fong, Claudia Henschke, Erik Thunnissen, and Julie Brahmer were recognized for their pioneering efforts in the field of thoracic oncology.


  • Welcome to San Diego and the 2024 World Conference on Lung Cancer

    Welcome to San Diego and the 2024 World Conference on Lung Cancer

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, WCLC News

    As WCLC 24 gets under way, IASLC CEO Dr. Karen Kelly discusses the association’s 50th birthday, meeting highlights, and more during an interview with ILCN.


  • Joint IASLC-CSCO-CAALC Session to Explore Global Scope of Lung Cancer Prevention, Evidence-Based Medicine

    Joint IASLC-CSCO-CAALC Session to Explore Global Scope of Lung Cancer Prevention, Evidence-Based Medicine

    By

    Fred Gebhart
    Global Initiatives, Meeting News, WCLC News

    IASLC President-elect Caicun Zhou, MD, PhD, and CAALC Chair Chunxue Bai, MD, PhD, say the session provides an opportunity for colleagues from around the world to exchange ideas and learn from regional and cultural differences.