Shining a light on myeloma

Schedule

Wed Feb 04 2026 at 05:30 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

The Institute of Genetics and Cancer | Edinburgh, SC

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About this Event

This World Cancer Day, join us for a talk about the present and future of myeloma research to mark the launch of the myeloma research programme at the Institute of Genetics and Cancer.

We are pleased to host a series of talks by researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates. These talks will be followed by a panel discussion and opportunity for audience questions.

Myeloma Care: Looking Ahead

Dr Jennifer Travers, Consultant haematologist, Beatson, West of Scotland Cancer Centre Glasgow

From Patient to Advocate

Peter McCleave, Myeloma patient advocate and Managing Director DKMS

Decoding the Myeloma Genome

Dr Aneta Mikulasova, Myeloma Researcher, Institute of Genetics and Cancer, University of Edinburgh

How to Bake a Hot New Drug

Prof Asier Unciti-Broceta, Personal Chair of Medicinal Chemistry - Innovative Therapeutics


After the panel discussion, attendees are invited to join us in the Nucleus Cafe for a reception and opportunities for further conversation.

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The Institute of Genetics and Cancer, Crewe Road South, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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