Microbiome and Cancer Symposium

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Cancer & Cardiovascular Research Building
Microbiome and Cancer Symposium

Join us for the fourth annual Microbiome and Cancer Symposium. This gathering aims to highlight the groundbreaking work at the intersection of the microbiome and cancer at the University of Minnesota and beyond, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among clinicians and researchers. We will highlight the latest findings, delve into potential new avenues for exploration, and explore opportunities for interdisciplinary synergy within the diverse expertise of the community.

The target audience for this meeting are researchers, clinicians, and scientists working in the cancer field who are interested in incorporating microbiome investigation into their portfolio. Microbiome researchers keen on leveraging their skills for cancer research are also encouraged to participate. Those already developing research programs combining these fields are strongly encouraged to attend, as the symposium will provide valuable opportunities for networking, collaboration, and furthering the advancement of microbiome-cancer research. 

MBC Keynote Speaker - Kathy McCoy
While this event is hosted at the University of Minnesota, healthcare professionals and researchers from other institutions are welcome and encouraged to attend. 
 

Register Now

In its fourth year, this event has grown to encompass robust and significant conversations in the microbiome and cancer research communities. For the first time we are pleased to offer continuing education credits to best serve the needs of our audiences. 
 
Students are able to use the following promo code to register for free: SCHOL5122. Please contact the event coordinators with any additional questions regarding pricing. 

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Symposium Agenda

8:00 AM     Event Check In & Breakfast 
9:00 AM     Welcome | Silvia Balbo, PhD
9:10 AM     The Role of the Microbiome in Modulating Cancer Immunotherapy | Kathy McCoy, PhD, FRSC
9:55 AM     Selected Talks: Influence of the Microbiome on Response Mechanisms to External Exposures | Moderated by Abigail Johnson, PhD
  • Abdelrahman Saqr
  • Subree Subramanian, MS, PhD
  • Beth Thielen, MD, PhD, FAAP, CTropMed
10:50 AM   Break with Exhibitor Time
11:05 AM   Natural Microbial Exposure and Immune Development | Moderated by Chris Staley, PhD
  • Nathan Schuldt, PhD
11:35 PM   Lunch with Roundtables, Exhibitor Time
12:40 PM   Flash Talks From Selected Abstracts | Moderated by Abigail Johnson, PhD
  • Andrew Rajczewski, PhD
  • Jacob Rugloski
  • Souradipto Ghosh Dastidar
  • Maria Martell
  • Agshin Balayev, MSc
  • Travis J. Gates
1:55 PM     Break with Exhibitor Time
2:05 PM     2023 Seed Fund Recipient Recaps | Moderated by Ajay Prakash, MD, PhD
  • Yuting Shan, Pharm. D
  • Amy Treeful, PhD
2:50 PM    Poster Session & Networking, Exhibitor Time
4:00 PM    Adjourn
 

FAQs

The fee for the event is too high for me, what are my options? Please do not hesitate to reach out to the event coordinators at mccevents@umn.edu. We may be able to help. 
 
What is included in registration? Registration for the event includes attendance for the full day, a light breakfast, lunch, and reception food & beverage. You will also receive access to the opt-in contact list, as well as the opportunity to apply for seed funding. 
 
Where can I park? Parking is available in the Maroon Lot (2010 6th St SE) and Victory Lot (2302 6th St SE). Both lots are located across the street from CCRB approximately, a 1- 3 minute walk. View the parking map here.

Call for Abstracts

Abstract submissions have now closed. Notifications on selected abstracts for poster presentations and flash talks will be made by Friday, August 16, 2024.

Contact
Contact the event team with questions or comments at mccevents@umn.edu or 612-626-2805.

Continuing Education Credits

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Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, University of Minnesota, Interprofessional Continuing Education is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 
Credit Designation Statements

American Medical Association (AMA)
The University of Minnesota, Interprofessional Continuing Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice
This course has been approved for up to 3.0 CEUs by the Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice.

Other Healthcare Professionals
Other healthcare professionals who participate in this CE activity may submit their certificate of
participation to their appropriate accrediting organizations or state boards for consideration of credit. The participant is responsible for determining whether this activity meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education.

Exhibitor & Sponsor Opportunities

The mission of the Microbiome and Cancer Symposium is to engage researchers and clinicians within the University of Minnesota space and beyond in exploration of the intersection of microbiome and cancer, in order to develop new research and encourage discussion.
 
Industry partners are crucial collaborators to scientific progress and are invited to participate as exhibitors. Your support will help us achieve our goals in building this robust event while sharing your products with attendees. 
 
 
Please contact Lissa Martinez Huebner, Senior Event Coordinator, with any questions at mart2948@umn.edu or 612-624-7552.

Contact
Contact the event team with questions or comments at mccevents@umn.edu or 612-626-2805.

Thank you to our sponsors!
  • Pfizer
  • Caris Life Sciences
  • Azenta
  • Invivyd
  • IBL America