Upcoming Events
Clinical Trials Day
Wednesday, May 20
East Jefferson General Hospital Lobby, 9 - 11 AM
Hutchinson Lobby, 12:30 - 2:30 PM
In appreciation of the importance of the clinical research work performed by members of the Tulane Community, Tulane Cancer Center and the Tulane Center for Clinical Research are co-hosting Clinical Trials Day receptions at East Jefferson General Hospital and the Downtown Campus Center. Snag some Tulane swag, enjoy sweet treats, and test your clinical research knowledge in our interactive quiz for a chance to win prizes, as we celebrate the professionals who make clinical research at Tulane possible.
2026 LCRC Cancer Research Symposium
Registration / Call for Abstracts Now Open
Thursday, MAY 21 - 7 AM Doors Open
Xavier University of Louisiana
Abstract Submission Deadline: Friday, 10, 2026
This annual retreat brings together scientists, clinicians, trainees, and community partners from across the region to share emerging discoveries, strengthen collaboration, and advance our collective efforts in the fight against cancer.
This year’s symposium will highlight the power of collaboration across LCRC partner institutions, organized around four cross‑cutting research themes:
- Obesity and Metabolism
- Environmental Exposure (including viruses and lifestyle factors, such as tobacco and alcohol)
- Developmental Therapeutics and Drug Discovery
- New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) Aimed at Replacing Traditional Animal Models
As part of the registration process, participants will be asked to select two themes to join for round‑table discussions.
Call for Abstracts
The LCRC invites faculty, clinicians, postdoctoral fellows, graduate and undergraduate students, and community‑engaged research teams to submit abstracts for presentation at the symposium. Submissions may include completed studies, works in progress, or emerging findings.
Submission Guidelines:
- Include title, authors, affiliations, presenting author, and grant support (if applicable)
- Maximum length: one page, Arial 11pt font
- Abbreviations should be defined at first mention.
- Figures and tables are not permitted.
- All abstracts will undergo review by the scientific committee.
Visit Registration & Abstract Submission Portal
