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Tumour Microenvironment meeting and 3D Cancer Modelling workshop

Organised by the British Association for Cancer Research
Dates8–10 Jul 2026
VenueUniversity of Nottingham, School of Medicine
CityNottingham, United Kingdom
A three-day BACR cancer research meeting in Nottingham combining a 3D cancer modelling workshop with a two-day tumour microenvironment conference, including invited speakers, keynote talks, poster viewing, abstract-selected oral talks and a conference dinner.
Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 8 Jun 2026
MedicMess Conference Intelligence
Audience
Cancer researchers, oncology laboratory scientists, PhD students, post-docs and translational researchers working on tumour microenvironment biology and preclinical cancer models.
Networking
Registration includes welcome drinks, poster viewing and a gala/conference dinner for the two-day tumour microenvironment element.
Research Value
Multiple oral slots are selected from abstracts across the workshop and conference days, with posters displayed and viewed during the meeting.
Trainee Relevance
The programme has abstract-selected talks and poster sessions, student rates, and poster-prize context through BACR awards links.
Why This Conference Matters
Audience
Cancer researchers, oncology laboratory scientists, PhD students, post-docs and translational researchers working on tumour microenvironment biology and preclinical cancer models.
Networking
Registration includes welcome drinks, poster viewing and a gala/conference dinner for the two-day tumour microenvironment element.
Research Value
Multiple oral slots are selected from abstracts across the workshop and conference days, with posters displayed and viewed during the meeting.
Trainee Relevance
The programme has abstract-selected talks and poster sessions, student rates, and poster-prize context through BACR awards links.
Programme Highlights
10:30
Welcome
Introduction and welcome
10:35
Invited session
Focus on live tissue cultures and bioengineering
Gareth Miles; Eric O'Neill; Darryl Overby
14:00
Invited session
Focus on primary cells/organoids
Paloma Ordonez-Moran; Chris Tape; David Fernandez-Antoran
16:30
Keynote
Ex vivo tumor fragments as precision medicine tools to personalize cancer immunotherapykeynote
Daniela Thommen
18:00
Networking
Drinks reception and poster viewing
Keynote Speakers
Keynote
DT
Daniela Thommen
Ex vivo tumor fragments as precision medicine tools to personalize cancer immunotherapy
Keynote
PP
Prof Peter Friedl
Netherlands
Enhancing CTL effector function and cooperation in the tumor microenvironment
Keynote
PD
Prof Douglas Hanahan
Switzerland
Intersections of cancer neuroscience and immunosuppression in the TME
DG
Dr Gareth Miles
Leicester
Patient-Derived Explants as a preclinical platform
PE
Prof Eric O'Neill
Oxford
Human Tumour Avatars and NK cells
PD
Prof Darryl Overby
Imperial
Perfusable Tumour-on-Chip Models of Human Cancer
PC
Prof Chris Tape
University College London
Single-cell Phenoscaping of Tumour Microenvironment Organoids
PV
Prof Victoria Sanz Moreno
ICR London
Stress Signals in the Tumour Microenvironment
Abstract Submission Guide
Abstract submissions are closed
Deadline: 1 May 2026
3D cancer modelling
Tumour microenvironment
Spatial mapping
Host-tumour interactions
Bioengineering
Mechanobiology
Metabolic regulation
Metastasis
Clinical translation
Patient perspective

MedicMess Tips

  • Email abstracts to bacr@leeds.ac.uk by 1 May 2026 using the event title in the subject line.
  • State whether the abstract is preferred for the 3D Cancer Modelling workshop, the Tumour Microenvironment conference, or either.
  • Register before the 1 June 2026 early-bird deadline if discounted rates become available in the booking flow.
  • Accommodation at Rutland Hall is separate from registration and defaults to a one-night stay, so adjust nights when booking.
Cost & Registration
CategoryPrice
Standard registration£449
Medical student£270
Key Deadlines
1 May 2026
Abstract submission deadline
8 Jul 2026 · 1 days
Conference begins
Practical Information
ParkingRutland Hall accommodation information states complimentary car parking is included for booked rooms.
By TrainThe event page states the campus is within easy reach of Nottingham city centre but does not provide station-specific instructions.
AccommodationRutland Hall accommodation can be booked separately for 7, 8 and 9 July at £72 per night; rooms are single study ensuite bedrooms with breakfast and complimentary car parking.
Venue DetailsUniversity of Nottingham, School of Medicine / Trent Building, University Park campus, Nottingham.
Conference Snapshot
SpecialtyCancer Research
Organising societyBritish Association for Cancer Research
Conference formatIn-person only
LocationUniversity of Nottingham, School of Medicine, Nottingham
The Complete Guide to the Tumour Microenvironment meeting and 3D Cancer Modelling workshop

This BACR meeting runs from 8 to 10 July 2026 at the University of Nottingham. Day 1 is a 3D Cancer Modelling Workshop focused on modelling the tumour microenvironment in vitro and ex vivo, with talks on patient-derived explants, tumour avatars, tumour-on-chip models and organoids. Days 2 and 3 form the Tumour Microenvironment Conference, covering spatial mapping, host-tumour interactions, bioengineering, hormonal regulation, metastatic mechanisms and clinical translation. The programme lists invited speakers and keynote talks, including Daniela Thommen, Peter Friedl and Douglas Hanahan, plus multiple talks selected from abstracts, poster viewing, a panel discussion, welcome drinks and a conference dinner. Abstract submission is by Word document emailed to BACR, with a 300-word limit and a closing date of 1 May 2026. Abstracts are for poster presentation, with some selected for oral presentation within the sessions; presenters can indicate whether they prefer the 3D Cancer Modelling workshop, the Tumour Microenvironment element, or either. Registration rates are visible on the BACR site. The non-member three-day standard rate is £449, the BACR member three-day rate is £380, and the student non-member three-day rate is £300; BACR student member three-day registration is £270. The early-bird deadline is listed as 1 June 2026 but separate early-bird prices were not visible. Registration requires BACR login or guest account creation. Accommodation is not included, but Rutland Hall rooms are offered separately at £72 per night.