Conference on the mechanisms and models of cancer
Official title: CSHL 2024 Mechanisms & Models of Cancer Conference
Funded at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory · NIH-10898408 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This conference is all about sharing the latest findings on how cancer grows and how our bodies respond, with a focus on new treatments that are helping patients live longer and even get cured, so if you're interested in the newest ways to fight cancer, this event is for you!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cold Spring Harbor, United States) |
| Project start | July 17, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $20,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13CA290707-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10898408 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Patients with various types of cancer who are interested in the latest advancements in cancer treatment may benefit from this research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not currently diagnosed with cancer or are not seeking new treatment options may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This conference will explore recent discoveries in cancer biology, focusing on how cancer develops and progresses from both the cancer cell and host response perspectives. It will highlight advancements in targeted therapies and immunotherapies that have improved patient survival and even led to cures for difficult cancers. Attendees will learn about innovative technologies that analyze the cancer genome and epigenome, as well as new tumor models that aid in therapeutic testing. The conference will also cover the structural biology of oncogenic proteins, which is crucial for developing new cancer treatments.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new cancer therapies that significantly improve patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research in cancer biology have led to significant advancements in treatment, indicating a strong potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Cold Spring Harbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stewart, David J. — Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
- Study coordinator: Stewart, David J.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.