AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities 2026
The 19th AACR Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities brings cancer researchers together to examine health disparities affecting vulnerable communities.
Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
- Dates
- October 18-21, 2026
- Venue
- Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
TL;DR
- The 19th AACR Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities runs October 18-21, 2026 at the Hilton Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia.
- The conference is presented in association with the AACR Minorities in Cancer Research Council and convenes researchers across basic, translational, clinical, and population science.
- Participants exchange findings on cancer health disparities that disproportionately affect vulnerable communities.
About
This 19th edition conference focuses on advancing understanding of cancer health disparities. Organized in partnership with the AACR Minorities in Cancer Research Council, the conference convenes experts across multiple research disciplines including basic, translational, clinical, population, behavioral, computational, and community-based science to examine challenges and solutions in cancer health equity.
Who you'll find in the room
Cancer Researchers
Basic, translational, and clinical scientists studying cancer mechanisms and treatments.
Population and Behavioral Researchers
Experts examining cancer health disparities at population and community levels.
Academic and Healthcare Professionals
Faculty and clinicians from academic medical centers and healthcare systems focused on cancer health equity.
Featured speakers
5 listedIona C. Cheng
Co-Chair · University of California San Francisco
Melissa B. Davis
Co-Chair · Morehouse School of Medicine
Carmen E. Guerra
Co-Chair · Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
Kimberly Richardson
Co-Chair · Black Cancer Collaborative
Enrique I. Velazquez Villareal
Co-Chair · City of Hope
Venue & travel
Venue
Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta, GeorgiaQuestions people ask
7 answeredThe conference runs October 18-21, 2026.
The conference is held at the Hilton Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia.
Attendees include researchers across basic, translational, clinical, population, behavioral, computational, and community-based research focused on cancer health disparities.
No. AACR meetings are open to both members and nonmembers, though members pay lower registration rates.
Yes. The AACR and meeting supporters provide several award types to support attendee participation.
The organizer does not publish a specific dress code. Most attendees at professional research conferences wear business casual or business attire.
The conference is valuable for researchers and professionals focused on cancer health equity and disparities research. It provides opportunities to exchange findings with peers across multiple research disciplines and connect with leading institutions in the field.
Source: aacr.org/professionals/meetings/general-information-and-faqs
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