2026 Neuro-Oncology Innovation Challenge
The 2026 Neuro-Oncology Innovation Challenge will be held April 27-28, 2026 at the McNamara Alumni Center in Minneapolis, bringing together clinicians, scientists, trainees, and industry leaders for a dynamic two-day exchange focused on the most pressing challenges in brain cancer research and care. Designed to go beyond the traditional conference model, the Innovation Challenge emphasizes fresh thinking, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and practical solutions, featuring insights from leading basic, translational, and clinical experts and fostering partnerships aimed at improving outcomes for people affected by brain cancer.
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Questions? Contact the event coordinators at [email protected].
Agenda
Monday, April 27, 2026
- 8:00 – 8:15 am | Welcome & Introduction
- 8:15 – 9:35 am | Session One – Cell-Cell Interactions
- 9:35 – 9:50 am | Group Introductions
- 9:50 – 10:50 am | Group Breakout Session
- 10:50 – 11:00 am | Break
- 11:00 am – 12:05 pm | Session Two – Device & Delivery Development
- 12:05 – 12:35 pm | Lunch
- 12:35 – 1:35 pm | Group Breakout Session
- 1:35 – 1:45 pm | Break
- 1:45 – 2:50 pm | Session Three – Modeling
- 2:50 – 3:50 pm | Group Breakout Session
- 3:50 – 4:00 pm | Announcements & Evening Agenda
- 4:00 – 5:00 pm | Happy Hour & Exhibitor Session
- 5:00 – 6:00 pm | Dinner
- 6:00 – 7:00 pm | John R. Ohlfest Memorial Lecture Award
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
- 8:00 – 8:15 am | Welcome & Introduction
- 8:15 – 8:45 am | Group Breakout & Presentation Planning
- 8:45 – 10:45 am | Group Presentations
- 10:45 – 11:15 am | Final Networking Opportunity
- 11:15 – 11:30 am | Winning Group Announced
- 11:30 – 11:45 am | Thank You & Dismissal
Sponsorships
Industry sponsors play a critical role in making this event possible and are a key part of what makes this meeting so impactful. Your partnership helps us drive progress in this field while offering meaningful visibility and engagement opportunities throughout the event. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Abby Maki at [email protected].
FAQs
Who should attend?
The event is developed for clinicians, basic & applied scientists, trainees, and industry representatives to engage in-depth discussion, collaboration, and problem-solving in the field of neuro-oncology.
Where is the event located?
The 2026 Neuro-Oncology Symposium will be located at the McNamara Alumni Center at 200 Oak Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455. The main session will be held in the Johnson Great Room, exhibitors will be located in the Thomas H. Swain Room, and refreshments and meals will be served in the Commons. Registration will be located just outside of the Johnson Room.
Where should I park?
The University Ave Parking Ramp is connected by tunnel to the Alumni Center. The ramp entrance is located at 1926 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Parking is $3.00 per hour with a daily maximum of $13.00. Once inside the parking ramp, take the East elevator to tunnel B or street level. The Alumni Center is the copper building adjacent to the ramp. For additional parking options and directions, please visit the Alumni Center’s website.
How do I let you know about my dietary restrictions?
You will have the opportunity to share this information during registration. If you have any concerns, please contact us at [email protected].
If I have questions about the event, who should I contact?
Please reach out to the event coordinators at [email protected]. On the day of the event, please see the team at the registration desk just outside of the Johnson Room with any questions or concerns.