Attend the UK interdisciplinary breast cancer symposium 2026

What's the event about? 

The UK interdisciplinary breast cancer symposium happens every 2 years, hosted by Breast Cancer Now. It brings together researchers, healthcare professionals, and people with lived experience of breast cancer, to share the latest research, explore new ideas, and help shape the future of breast cancer care.

We’re hosting the fifth symposium on 19 to 20 January 2026 in Birmingham. 

People affected by breast cancer are at the heart of this event, and we want you to be able to attend. We have 30 patient bursaries available to apply for. 

The bursary will cover: 

• Travel expenses up to £150 for attendance at the symposium
• Accommodation at the conference hotel, the Hyatt Regency on Sunday 18 and Monday 19 January 2026, which is linked to the conference centre
• A welcome introductory event on the afternoon of Sunday 18 January 2026

Who is it organised by?

Name of project lead: Simon Vincent

Job title: Chief scientific officer 

Organisation: Breast Cancer Now 

Email address: ukibcs@kc-jones.co.uk 

Phone number: 01332 227 776

Who is it relevant for?

You can apply for a bursary if you’ve been personally affected by breast cancer and live in the UK. 

Where is it?

International Convention Centre
Broad St
Birmingham 
B1 2EA

When is it?

The symposium is being held from 19 -20 January 2026. There will also be an introductory event on the afternoon of Sunday 18 January

Any other important information?

We will also consider applications for funding for travel and accommodation for carers accompanying those attending the conference if you would otherwise be unable to come.  

Please email ukibcs@kc-jones.co.uk  if you would like to apply for this support.  

How do I sign up?

You can find out more and apply for a bursary on the symposium website.  

Applications close on 15 September 2025 at 10am