MathOnc23
Conference

Phoenix - Spring 2023

What is mathematical oncology?

The integration and application of mathematical and computational models to better understand and predict cancer initiation, progression and treatment.

What is the purpose of this conference?

To support the growing momentum in our field of Mathematical Oncology, we feel the time is ripe to establish a new regularly recurring (annual or bi-annual) meeting that will provide an international venue for collaboration, integration, training and synergy for our exciting fusion of disciplines. A major focus of this conference will be Sex Differences in Cancer, in part due to the research focus of Kristin Swanson (local host and chair) and generous support from the McDonnel Foundation.

Where will the conference be held?

The conference will be held in the old town of beautiful Phoenix.

Who are the conference co-chairs?

Kristin Swanson (Mayo Clinic) and Sandy Anderson (Moffitt).

When will the conference be held?

30th April - 3rd May.

Purpose



We are excited to announce the inaugural Mathematical Oncology meeting in Spring 2023 (30th April - 3rd May) in Phoenix. This international meeting builds on the robust legacy of growing initiatives related to the application of mathematical and computational approaches in cancer biology and clinical oncology including:

To support the growing momentum in our field of Mathematical Oncology, we feel the time is ripe to establish a new regularly recurring (annual or bi-annual) meeting that will provide an international venue for collaboration, integration, training and synergy for our exciting fusion of disciplines. We look forward to seeing you in Phoenix to launch the next chapter in Mathematical Oncology as we leverage the power of mathematics to drive forward positive change for patients with cancer.


Sincerely,

Kristin & Sandy

Meeting Co-Chairs


Abstract submission is now closed. Note: Registration for the meeting will open at a later date.


The conference will be held on location at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley hotel (5401 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85250). There is a Group Code for a conference rate "CDTMYO", available until until April 7th. More options for lodging and accommodations are found below.


Agenda



Structure of the meeting

The meeting will be a mix of didactic and abstract sessions. Didactic sessions seek to provide overviews to allow clinicians to engage the mathematics and for the modelers to engage the holy grail challenges in oncology. The abstract sessions will provide candidate solutions related to those challenges.

Each abstract session will be pre-ambled by a tutorial/didactic session providing a foundation in the area. Example (but not inclusive) themes of didactic sessions include: Intro to Mathematical Oncology, Sex differences in Cancer, Intro to Immunotherapy, Intro to Biomarkers, Intro to Evolutionary Therapy, Intro to Tumor-Stromal Interactions, Intro to Genomics and Intracellular Dynamics.


Session 0: Sunday, April 30th

Time Agenda Item
5-7:00pm Arrival
7:00-10:00pm Welcome Reception

Session 1: Monday, May 1st

Time Agenda Item
7-7:45am Breakfast
8-8:30am Didactic Session
8:45-10:30am Abstracts Session
10:45am-2:15pm Break
2:30-3:15pm Plenary Talks
3:30-3:45pm Coffee Break
4:00-4:30pm Didactic Session
4:45-6:00pm Abstracts Session
6:15-6:45pm Free time / planned activity
7:00-9:00pm Poster Session

Session 2: Tuesday, May 2nd

Time Agenda Item
7-7:45am Breakfast
8-8:30am Didactic Session
8:45-10:30am Abstracts Session
10:45am-2:15pm Break
2:30-3:15pm Plenary Talks
3:30-3:45pm Coffee Break
4:00-4:30pm Didactic Session
4:45-6:00pm Abstracts Session
6:15-9:00pm Free time / planned activity

Session 3: Wednesday, May 3rd

Time Agenda Item
7-7:45am Breakfast
8-8:30am Didactic Session
8:45-10:30am Abstracts Session
10:45am-2:15pm Break
2:30-3:15pm Plenary Talks
3:30-3:45pm Coffee Break
4:00-6:00pm Free time / planned activity
6:15-6:45pm Free time
7:00-9:00pm Conference Dinner

Funding



Funding for the meeting generously provided by:

NCI PSOC and CSBC programs as well as the J. S. McDonnell foundation (https://www.jsmf.org).


Please join us!

Kristin Swanson

Kristin Swanson
Mayo Clinic
Conference Chair
Sandy Anderson

Sandy Anderson
Moffitt Cancer Center
Conference Co-Chair