NCRI 2016 | Overview of the National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI) Conference

Karen Kennedy, PhD of the National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI), London, UK gives an overview of the 2016 National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI) Conference in Liverpool, UK. Dr Kennedy explains that this conference is unique as it covers the whole spectrum of cancer research, i.e. basic, translational, clinical research as well as implementation and policy. It also covers the whole spectrum of the patient journey from prevention, early diagnosis, treatment as well as supportive, palliative and end of life care. Dr Kennedy also discusses interesting topics at this year’s conference, such as molecular pathology, surgery research, and radiotherapy.