Special Program for High School Students
The Conquest of Cancer and the Next Generation of Cancer Researchers
Join us at the AACR Annual Meeting 2026
April 17-22, 2026 | San Diego, California
The AACR Special Program for High School Students entitled “The Conquest of Cancer and the Next Generation of Cancer Researchers” will take place on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Abstract Submission Deadline: Friday, March 6, 2026
- Registration Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2026
The AACR is committed to the education and training of the next generation of cancer researchers and to fostering their careers in cancer research or cancer-related biomedical science.
The Special Program for High School Students promotes interactions between senior cancer scientists and promising students in order to facilitate the contributions of these students to scientific research and inspire them to pursue careers in cancer science and medicine. Thanks to our sponsor, Change Our Future, for supporting this mission.
The session includes:
- Lectures from distinguished scientists as well as a moving talk from a survivor battling cancer;
- Information on internships and career opportunities.
- A hands-on experiment
- A complimentary lunchtime reception which includes student poster presentations, informal networking with cancer scientists, and information about summer internships; and
- An opportunity for students to present research and win prizes.
Volunteer as a Mentor for the Special Program for High School Students at the AACR Annual Meeting 2026
Are you interested in sharing your expertise with talented high school students? All AACR members are invited to volunteer as mentors during this exciting session in San Diego!
Registration Deadline: December 12, 2025
Register today: AACR Annual Meeting 2026 High School Mentors
If you have any questions about this program, please email [email protected].