SIOP Asia 2027: Early Bird Registration is now open!
Join paediatric oncology professionals from across Asia and beyond at the SIOP Asia Congress 2027, taking place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from 24–26 May 2027. Registration is now open, with discounted early bird rates available for a limited time.
Early bird registration closes on 24 February 2027.
Beyond Chemotherapy: Unlocking Therapeutic Strategies in Osteosarcoma
On December 3, 2026, the International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP) will host a live webinar on novel therapeutic strategies for adolescent and young adult osteosarcoma. Leading international experts will examine cutting-edge research on tumor microenvironment targeting, TKIs, and emerging cellular immunotherapies to break through current survival plateaus.
Join Accelerating Pediatric Cancer Innovation Conference, 11–12 November 2026 online
Dear SIOP members,
we warmly invite you to register for the Accelerating Paediatric Cancer Innovation Conference, hosted by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. It is livestreamed free of charge worldwide.
SIOP Africa Launches its First Paediatric Oncology Leadership Academy – Applications Now Open
Develop the skills, networks and vision to shape the future of paediatric oncology in Africa. SIOP Africa is inviting applications for the first cohort of its Paediatric Oncology Leadership Academy. Applications close on 30 November 2026.
SIOP Asia 2027 – Abstract submission now open
SIOP is pleased to announce that abstract submission for the SIOP Asia Congress 2027, Uzbekistan is open. SIOP Asia Congress is an important regional meeting dedicated to advancing paediatric oncology care, research, and collaboration across Asia and beyond.
The SIOP Asia Congress brings together clinicians, researchers, nurses, allied health professionals, and advocates committed to improving outcomes for children and adolescents with cancer. The 2026 Congress will provide a dynamic platform to share scientific advances, clinical innovations, and best practices, while strengthening regional and international collaboration.
Nominations Welcome: 2027 SIOP Almanac of Women Leaders (closes Dec 31, 2026)
We are looking for exceptional women leaders working in the paediatric oncology field in any profession including but not limited to patient care, nursing, psychosocial support, research, epidemiology, palliative care, supportive care, surgery, radiotherapy, survivorship, rehabilitation etc.
Meet the SIOP Nursing Science Fellows
Four nurses from Uganda, Malawi, Brazil, and India are developing nursing research studies through the SIOP Nursing Science Fellowship.
2027 Dr. Tori Willard Early Career Award
We are pleased to announce a call for proposals for the 2027 Dr. Tori Willard Early Career Award. The purpose of this grant is to provide one year of funding in the amount of $25,000 USD to a junior investigator conducting research in pediatric psycho-oncology.

