WICR Programs and Activities During the AACR Annual Meeting 2024

WICR presented various programs and activities during the AACR Annual Meeting 2024, which was held from April 5-10, 2024, in San Diego, California. WICR members and annual meeting registrants participated in these activities. Contact [email protected] with any questions.

Women in Cancer Research (WICR) Scholar in Cancer Research Awards

The WICR Scholar in Cancer Research Award provides funds for the participation of early-career, meritorious scientists in the AACR Annual Meeting. Learn more.

AACR-WICR Charlotte Friend Lecture: “Paying it forward” —  a path to a successful career in cancer research 

The WICR Friend Lectureship is presented to an outstanding scientist who has made meritorious contributions to the field of cancer research and who has, through leadership or by example, furthered the advancement of women in science. Learn more.

Women in Cancer Research (WICR) Meet and Greet

This informal networking event provides an opportunity for the WICR leadership to meet and network with members and conference attendees, share information and answer questions about WICR programs, activities, and award opportunities, and discuss other topics of interest.

AACR PRofessional Advancement series

WICR has collaborated with the AACR Science Education and Advancement Committee, Minorities in Cancer Research (WICR) Council, and the Associate Member Council to present a series of professional advancement sessions that took place during the AACR Annual Meeting 2024. These exciting and interactive sessions are available to Annual Meeting registrants free of charge and provide important skills to investigators at all stages in their careers. Learn more.

WICR Workshop “Women and Power: Advancing and Securing Your Career in Science”

Sponsored by The Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancers, in partnership with Pelotonia and AACR-Women in Cancer Research (WICR) This highly interactive, professional development workshop will focus on leadership training for women in science, at all stages of their careers. The four-hour workshop will consist of a plenary session and small group exercises where attendees will hone their ability to recognize their sources of power, understand and leverage their circles of influence to achieve audacious goals, and deepen their connections with female colleagues. The workshop will be led by hfp consulting, a globally-recognized firm who specializes in career development and leadership training exclusively for scientists.