AACR Annual Meeting Boasts Record Attendance Despite Cancer Research Challenges

The American Association for Cancer Research’s annual meeting in Chicago drew an estimated 21,000 attendees, despite concerns about cancer research being impacted by recent Trump administration actions.

In a surprising twist, many scientists and oncologists expressed enthusiasm for the latest advances and innovations in their field, including notable findings that could transform cancer prevention and treatment.

The convention center was abuzz with activity, as attendees shared their home cities on a large poster outside the main exhibition hall, creating a colorful map of global interest.

Source: https://www.statnews.com/2025/04/28/aacr-2025-hpv-vaccine-kras-inhibitors-ai