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Fall Group Meeting: The More Things Change … | SWOG

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · 8d

Nominate a researcher making meaningful contributions to the study of cancer prevention! The Frank and Linda Meyskens Lectureship highlights leaders driving innovation in this critical field.

Submit by Nov 1 for spring 2026 #SWOGonc
thehopefoundation.org/meyskens-lec...

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · 17d

Thanks to all who made our Chicago group meeting a success! It went by too quickly, but it’s always refreshing to see our #SWOGonc community in person. We're grateful for our donors 🙏 And for those who picked up some new @swog.org swag, we’re excited to see where you’ll be spotted wearing it!

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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · 24d

We're happy to be supporting key events happening during this group meeting, including:
--Take Action Symposium
--Latin America Initiative Symposium
--Geriatric Assessment Workshop
--kickoff sessions, trainings, and more! #SWOGonc
As always, *thank you* to our donors who make so much possible 🙏

SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · 25d

Our @swog.org group chair's blog:
Fall Group Meeting: The More Things Change …
Our fall plenary looks at #cancerresearch advances since
SWOG's last changing of the guard. We also kick off new trials (incl S2427 BRIGHT #bladderpreservation trial) & much more! #SWOGonc
swog.org/news-events/...

SWOG 2025 Fall Group Meeting, Sept 18-20

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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · 26d

The latest @swog.org Front Line:
Fall Group Meeting: The More Things Change …

If you can’t be with us in Chicago, remember that most open sessions will also be accessible virtually! #SWOGonc
www.swog.org/news-events/...

In reflecting on the upcoming changing of the guard, and on the progress we’ve made since the last changing of the guard, we’ve planned a powerhouse plenary you won’t want to miss.

Standing Together for Publicly Funded Cancer Research | SWOG

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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Sep 11

We're excited to be supporting the Geriatric Assessment Workshop at the upcoming @swog.org group meeting in Chicago.

This is an in-person only event and space is limited, so if you haven't registered but would like to attend, please sign up at the #SWOGonc registration desk upon arrival!

The Geriatric Assessment Workshop will take place on Friday, September 19 starting at 10 am Central. Check swog.org for details.

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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Sep 9

500,000 is a very big number!
We're standing together for publicly funded cancer research - read the open letter to Congress from all #NCI National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) cooperative group chairs #NCTN #SWOGonc
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An open letter to Congress from the chairs of the NCI National Clinical Trials Network cooperative groups

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SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · Sep 9

Now OPEN: S2427 BRIGHT trial! In patients with #MIBC, can immunoradiotherapy after response to neoadjuvant therapy (cT0 or cT1) allow for bladder preservation?
🔜S2427 KICKOFF mtg, Sept 19, 4:15-5:15 pm CT 🕟
💻UROLOGISTS: Attend virtually! Learn more: swog.org/swog-fall-20...

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SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · Aug 29

Our @swog.org group chair's blog:
Standing Together for Publicly Funded Cancer Research
The chairs of the #NCTN groups have sent an open letter to Congress encouraging continued strong federal support for the cancer research we conduct & its undeniable positive impact.
www.swog.org/news-events/...

It’s been estimated that more than half a million patients are now receiving treatment or follow-up care on NCTN trials, at more than 2,200 clinical sites in all corners of the country.

APP Mentorship Program Application Reopens

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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Aug 26

Our latest:
-- application reopens for MAPP (APP Mentorship Program)
-- the summer @swog.org Latin America Initiative newsletter
-- plain language summaries at the fall #SWOGonc meeting
Plus our upcoming funding deadlines
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Email from Funding and Career Development Opportunities August 26, 2025 Application for the Advanced Practice Providers Mentorship Program Reopens Apply to join the 2026 MAPP cohort! We'

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SWOG Fall 2025 Meeting: Session Details | SWOG

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Aug 19

There's still time to apply for the 2025 John Crowley, PhD Award!
Head to Seattle to collaborate w/leading statistical faculty & data mgmt staff. Successful applicants will present research concepts that utilize @swog.org data/resources/expertise #SWOGonc

thehopefoundation.org/funding-oppo...

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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Aug 18

See the full group meeting session listing here:
www.swog.org/swog-fall-20...

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Aug 18

Another great update from our #SLAI team!

If you're attending next month's @swog.org group meeting, you can learn more and join the conversation at the Latin America Initiative Symposium, Saturday, 9/20, 9-10:30 am CT #SWOGonc

tinyurl.com/SLAIAug25

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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Aug 12

We're thrilled to reopen our application form for a second round of the #NCTN MAPP Program - a mentoring intervention for Advanced Practice Providers #SWOGonc @swog.org

Apply by November 21 for the 2026 cohort:
thehopefoundation.org/funding-oppo...

The NCTN MAPP Program - a mentoring intervention for Advanced Practice Providers. Apply by November 21.

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SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · Aug 12

Dr. Mariana Chavez Mac Gregor was invited to speak at the NCI’s Global Cancer Research and Control Seminar Series about @swog.org’s collaborations in Latin America and the impact of these efforts. A recording of "SWOG and Its Expansion into Latin America" is at
youtube.com/watch?v=MfOk...

SWOG and Its Expansion into Latin America

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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Aug 11

The room block for @swog.org's upcoming group meeting closes 8/15 - register and reserve today #SWOGonc

www.swog.org/news-events/...

Fall 2025 SWOG group meeting, September 18-20

Next Generation Fund: Submit a Proposal for 2026 - The Hope Foundation

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Aug 1

Funding opportunity - last day to submit for 2026 projects!

Other Hope Foundation programs fund direct research. This application gathers concepts that have broader scope or relevance to advancing @swog.org's work #SWOGonc

thehopefoundation.org/blog/news/ne...

Submit A Request To The Next Generation Fund: Annual Call For Novel Funding Requests Now Open Every year, we open our application inviting SWOG members

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Exploring the Future of SCLC: Insights Anticipated From the SWOG S2409 (PRISM) Trial

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Jul 29

Exciting! Way to go, Team #SWOGonc

SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · Jul 29

Exploring the Future of SCLC: Insights Anticipated From the SWOG S2409 (PRISM) Trial
Discussion w Anne Chiang, MD, PI of the coming
@swog.org S2409 #clinicaltrial. #lcsm #NCTN
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@onclive.bsky.social

Panelists highlighted a forthcoming large cooperative-group trial in small cell lung cancer that pioneers precision medicine by using molecular subtyping to guide biomarker-driven therapy combined wit...

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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Jul 29

Nominate a leader in cancer prevention to give @swog.org's next Meyskens lecture #SWOGonc

Frank and Linda Meyskens est. and endowed the lectureship to educate oncology professionals on the latest research highlighting prevention as a therapeutic approach.

thehopefoundation.org/meyskens-lec...

Member Highlight: Fred Hutch Cancer Center | SWOG

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Jul 21

We're also excited to offer another John Crowley, PhD Award to encourage statistical excellence in clinical trials. We send one researcher to Seattle to collaborate at the #SDMC - apply by September 1
thehopefoundation.org/funding-oppo...

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Jul 21

We've been honored to fund a number of incredible #SWOGonc researchers from Fred Hutch!

SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · Jul 21

Our @swog.org group chair's Front Line blog:
Member Highlight: Fred Hutch Cancer Center
Home to SWOG's Statistical & Data Management Center, a cadre of sites enrolling to #NCTN trials, and some of our most accomplished researchers. @fredhutch.bsky.social
www.swog.org/news-events/...

In addition to being a key Lead Academic Participating Site (LAPS) enrolling patients to SWOG and other NCTN clinical trials, Fred Hutch Cancer Center in Seattle is home to the core SWOG Statistics an...

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Jul 21

Did you miss this great webinar?

You can hear about the @swog.org Latin America Initiative #SLAI
via this conversation with Dr. Chavez Mac Gregor and #SWOGonc Latin American Specialist Dacia Christin
on.soundcloud.com/cfoJWBgjllEQ...

Soundcloud graphic for a conversation about the SWOG Latin America Initiative.

It’s Hard to Believe, but Coming Next Tuesday: Fall Meeting Registration | SWOG

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Jul 14

We're looking forward to Chicago in September!
@swog.org committee chairs: please submit any special funding requests soon #SWOGonc
thehopefoundation.org/group-meetin...

SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · Jul 11

Our @swog.org group chair's Front Line blog:
It’s Hard to Believe, but Coming Next Tuesday: Fall Meeting Registration
On July 15th, online registration opens for the SWOG fall 2025 group meeting in Chicago, September 18th - 20th. Plan now to be there then.
swog.org/news-events/...

It’s a little earlier than usual, but that’s because our fall meeting is relatively early, September 18th – 20th (and those who point out that our fall meeting is technically a summer meeting this yea...

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SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · Jul 8

On Thursday, July 10th, 10 am ET, the NCI's Center for Global Health hosts a webinar on @swog.org's Latin America Initiative!
Details at: events.cancer.gov/cgh/gcrcss/u...
Register at: events.cancer.gov/cgh/gcrcss/r...

Webinar: SWOG and its expansion into Latin America

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research @supportingswog.bsky.social · Jun 30

We're looking forward to another great Best of SWOG, and excited to hear from our 2020 Coltman Fellow, Dr. Zeynep Eroglu #S2000 #SWOGonc

Register today ⬇️

SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · Jun 27

Our @swog.org group chair's Front Line blog:
July 9th Webinar: Best of SWOG at ASCO 2025
Our Best of SWOG at ASCO webinar will take place
Wednesday, July 9th, 12-1 pm PT / 3-4 pm ET.
Register from the page linked here to be emailed a calendar invite:
www.swog.org/news-events/...