NFCR Global Summit

and Award Ceremonies For Cancer Research & Entrepreneurship

Friday, October 9, 2026 | The National Press Club, Washington, DC

The NFCR Global Summit is where the brightest minds from across the cancer research ecosystem unite to shape the future of the fight against cancer. This unique event is more than just a conference—it’s a dynamic think tank where groundbreaking ideas are sparked through organic, unscripted discussions. New partnerships form every year, collaborations are strengthened, and impactful action plans are created.

HONORING: Dr. Michele Carbone

University of Hawaii Cancer Center

2026 Szent-Györgyi Prize Winner

Dr. Michele Carbone

Dr. Bruce Beutler

2011 Nobel Prize Laureate in Physiology or Medicine

9:0 AM: Part I: New Frontiers for Cancer Research

1:30 PM: Part II: AIM-HI Oncology Leadership & Entrepreneurship Forum

3:30 – 5:30 PM: Intermission

6:00 PM: Dinner & Szent-Györgyi Prize Award Ceremony

Sponsorship Opportunities

Inquiries regarding sponsorship of our Global Summit and Award Ceremonies for Cancer Research & Entrepreneurship event can be made to Executive Director, Brian Wachtel by e-mail at Bwachtel@nfcr.org or by phone at 1-800-321-CURE (2873).