6th Annual Marie Skłodowska-Curie Symposium Schedule
Sunday, November 8

6:00–9:00 pm
Networking Social
Hilton Downtown Tampa - CHE VITA Patio

6th Annual Marie Skłodowska-Curie Symposium Schedule
Monday, November 9

Educational sessions take place in Palma Ceia Ballroom.

8:00–10:00 am
Barriers to Personalized and Genomic Approaches to Therapies in Cancer
(Preclinical and Clinical)

9:30-10:00 am
Break

10:00 am–12:30 pm
Midday Session
Immunotherapy: Pre-Clinical Models (Keynote)

12:00–1:00 pm
Networking Lunch

1:00–1:30 pm
Rapid Presentations
Personalized Genomics, Immunotherapies, Vaccines and Prevention

2:00–4:30 pm
Afternoon Session
Immunotherapies: Clinical
(CAR, TIL, DC, Adoptive T cell, Neoantigen, Vaccines, TCR, Antibodies, Combinations)

5:00–8:00 pm
Craft Dinner Cruise

Details
5:00 pm: Boarding
Boarding/Docking Location: Craft Home Dock
603 Channelside Dr. Tampa, Florida 33602
All Participants

6th Annual Marie Skłodowska-Curie Symposium Schedule
Tuesday, November 10

Educational sessions take place in Palma Ceia Ballroom.

8:00–10:00 am
Morning Session
Updates and Challenges of Women’s Health Cancers (Breast, GYN, Other)

10:00–10:30 am
Break

10:30 am–12:30 pm
Midday Session
Updates and Critical Challenges: Cutaneous Tumors, Melanoma, Sarcoma

12:30–1:30 pm
Lunch

1:00–1:30 pm
Rapid Presentations
Melanoma, Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Women’s Health, GU, GI

2:00–4:30 pm
Afternoon Session
Gastrointestinal, (GU) Urologic Malignancies

4:30–5:30 pm
Joint Planning Sessions for Planning Clinical Trials and Grants
Industry between European and North America

6:00–8:00 pm
Poster Session and Dinner Reception
Hilton Downtown Tampa- Esplanade Patio

6th Annual Marie Skłodowska-Curie Symposium Schedule
Wednesday, November 11

Educational sessions take place in Palma Ceia Ballroom.

8:00–10:00 am
Morning Session
Novel Approaches to Primary Brain Tumors and CNS Metastasis (Keynote)

10:30 am–12:00 pm
Interruption and Prevention of Cancer:
Vaccines, Biologic Modifiers, Dietary Modifications, Microbiome

12:00–1:00 pm
Industry Partnerships

1:00–2:00 pm
Networking Lunch and Departures

Brian Czerniecki, MD, PhD
Dr. Brian Czerniecki is Chair and Senior Member in the Moffitt Cancer Center Department of Breast Oncology. His research interests focus on dendritic cell biology and interactions with T cells. Dr. Czerniecki has developed dendritic cell therapies for the treatment of cancer and he is involved with several clinical trials for treating patients with early breast cancer with dendritic cell intratumoral therapy. Dr. Czerniecki’s research goal is the development of vaccines for the prevention of breast and other solid-tumor cancers.

Peter Forsyth, MD
Dr. Peter Forsyth is the Chair of the Department of Neuro-Oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center. He is an internationally recognized physician-scientist specializing in leptomeningeal disease. He leads Phase I and II clinical trials investigating novel tumor-targeted therapies, while his laboratory research focuses on the mechanisms of therapeutic resistance and the development of innovative treatment strategies, including dendritic cell-based immunotherapy. Dr. Forsyth earned his medical degree from McMaster University, completed his neurology residency at the Mayo Clinic, and pursued a fellowship in neuro-oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. His research is supported by funding from the U.S. Department of Defense, the National Institutes of Health, and the State of Florida.

Paweł Kaliński, MD, PhD
Professor Paweł Kaliński is a distinguished immunologist specializing in cancer therapy. He currently serves as the Director of the Vaccine and Dendritic Cell Therapy Program at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, USA. His research focuses on developing novel cancer immunotherapy strategies and therapeutic vaccines.

Iwona Ługowska, MD, PhD
Professor Iwona Ługowska is an experienced clinical oncologist. She serves as the Head of the Early Phase Clinical Trials Unit at the Maria Skłodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology in Warsaw. She specializes in conducting clinical trials and targeted therapies in cancer treatment.

Registration is Open for the 6th Annual Marie Skłodowska-Curie Symposium on Cancer Research and Care.

Please Note: The special group rate at the Hilton Tampa Downtown is available through October 12, 2026 and is subject to availability based on the remaining rooms in the group block.

Book Your Room

Website: Moffitt International Conference Room Block
Group Name: Moffitt International Conference
Group Code: 90E1
Check-in: November 8, 2026
Check-out: November 11, 2026

Room Rates

Room Rate: Rates range from $259-$299 per night (plus tax and fees). You can view rates at the Symposium's designated hotel booking link above.
Check-In: 4:00 pm
Check-Out: 11:00 am
Parking: Overnight valet parking is currently $45.00 with"in and out" privileges. Daily valet parking is currently $30.00. Valet parking lot is based upon availability. Rates are subject to change without notice.

About the Hotel

Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Tampa, the Hilton Tampa Downtown is just two blocks from the popular Riverwalk and within walking distance of Benchmark International Arena. Guests can enjoy a variety of on-site amenities, including a rooftop pool with panoramic city views, a sundeck, hot tub, 24-hour fitness center, restaurant, bar, and coffee shop. Combining comfort, convenience, and easy access to many of Tampa's top attractions, the Hilton Tampa Downtown provides an ideal setting for your stay..

Hilton Tampa Downtown
211 North Tampa Street
Tampa, FL, 33602
Phone: (813) 204-3000
E-mail: [email protected]

About Tampa

Tampa is a diverse city with a very rich cultural heritage. While attending the meeting, take time to experience all that downtown Tampa has to offer. From its scenic waterfront and award-winning parks to vibrant dining, entertainment, and nightlife, downtown Tampa provides a welcoming mix of relaxation and excitement. Stroll along the Riverwalk, enjoy a meal with a view, explore local cultural attractions, or take in a sporting event. Whether you have a few free hours or an entire day to explore, downtown Tampa offers memorable experiences and activities for attendees and accompanying guests of all ages.

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