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  • IASLC Lectureships Focus on Contributions of Leaders in Thoracic Oncology

    IASLC Lectureships Focus on Contributions of Leaders in Thoracic Oncology

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, Society News, WCLC News

    Tuesday morning, nine expert clinicians and researchers in the field will give award lectures in honor of their contributions to the treatment of lung cancer.


  • Session to Report Results of IASLC’s First Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Survey

    Session to Report Results of IASLC’s First Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Survey

    By

    Fred Gebhart
    Meeting News, Society News, WCLC News

    Drs. Narjust Florez and Cecilia Pompili will co-chair the session, which will also include tips for improving inclusion in clinical trials, creating a mutually respective work environment, and more.


  • IASLC Award Recognizes Importance of Teamwork in Cancer Care

    IASLC Award Recognizes Importance of Teamwork in Cancer Care

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, Society News, WCLC News

    The association’s most prestigious award was presented to five multidisciplinary teams from around the world during the IASLC Award Ceremony.


  • Don’t Miss Your Last Chance to Visit the Exhibit Hall

    Don’t Miss Your Last Chance to Visit the Exhibit Hall

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, Society News, WCLC News

    From seeing the latest advances in thoracic oncology to connecting with colleagues in the Membership Lounge, you can do it all in the Exhibit Hall.


  • Order Your Copy of the IASLC 50th Anniversary History Book Today

    Order Your Copy of the IASLC 50th Anniversary History Book Today

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Meeting News, Society News, WCLC News

    Edited by lung cancer legends Drs. Fred R. Hirsch and Paul A. Bunn, the book explores the many advances in thoracic oncology treatment throughout the past five decades.


  • IASLC Journals See Continued Success Throughout Past Year

    IASLC Journals See Continued Success Throughout Past Year

    By

    Bailey Creamer
    Meeting News, Society News, WCLC News

    Editors-in-Chief Drs. Alex A. Adjei and Emily Stone will talk with members during a Meet-the-Editor session on Monday afternoon.


  • 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.


  • 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.


  • Patient Advocate Ivy B. Elkins Leaves Lasting Legacy

    Patient Advocate Ivy B. Elkins Leaves Lasting Legacy

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer, et al.
    Names & News, Patient Advocacy, Society News

    Ms. Elkins, co-founder of the EGFR Resisters advocacy group, will be remembered for her warm and energetic approach to furthering lung cancer research efforts.


  • Journal of Thoracic Oncology’s Impact Factor Rises Again; JTO Clinical and Research Reports Receives First Impact Factor

    Journal of Thoracic Oncology’s Impact Factor Rises Again; JTO Clinical and Research Reports Receives First Impact Factor

    By

    Erin Jungmeyer
    Society News

    The IASLC’s official journal now ranks second among 100 respiratory medicine journals and 13th among 322 oncology journals.