International Heidelberg Symposium on Stem Cells and Cancer
12th International Heidelberg Symposium on Stem Cells and Cancer
September 14-16, 2025
German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)
Heidelberg, Germany
About the Event
Venue
Im Neuenheimer Feld 280
69120 Heidelberg
Organizers
and Experimental Medicine
HI-STEM gGmbH
Department of Internal Medicine V
University Hospital Heidelberg
and German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)
Registration and abstract submission
We award prizes to the three best posters and short talks
About the "International Heidelberg Symposium on Stem Cells and Cancer"
12th International Heidelberg Symposium on Stem Cells and Cancer - SCC 2025
11th International Heidelberg Symposium on Stem Cells and Cancer - SCC 2023
10th InternatIonal Heinrich F.C. Behr-Symposium
Our Topics for 2025
Besides the oral presentations during the conference, the social interactions are another important hub to discuss the latest data and develop novel hypotheses with colleagues and peers. In particular, we want to foster intensive interactions between students, young scientists, and principal investigators on emerging areas in stem cell biology. Therefore, we are happy to invite you to participate in the welcome reception on Sunday evening as well as the poster sessions on Monday and Tuesday.
With this, we would like to wish you an interesting and stimulating conference and of course, an enjoyable and memorable stay in Heidelberg.
Cancer Stem Cells
Understanding the role of stem-like cells in tumor initiation, progression, and therapy resistance.
Developmental Biology and Cancer
Comparing normal developmental processes with oncogenic transformation and tumor heterogeneity.
Emerging Technologies and Translational Applications
Novel tools (e.g., organoids, CRISPR, AI) and their use in stem cell and cancer research.
Epigenetics and Gene Regulation in Stem Cells and Cancer
Investigating how epigenetic modifications drive stem cell plasticity and cancer evolution.
Immunology and Stem Cell-Cancer Interactions
The interplay between cancer stem cells, immune evasion, and immunotherapy approaches.
Metabolism in Stem Cells and Tumors
Metabolic reprogramming in stem cells and cancer cells as a therapeutic target.
Regenerative Medicine and Cancer
Harnessing stem cells for tissue repair while avoiding oncogenic risks.
Single-Cell Technologies in Stem Cell and Cancer Research
Advances in single-cell genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics to dissect cellular heterogeneity.
Stem Cell Niches and Tumor Microenvironment
Exploring how the cellular and molecular environment influences stem cell behavior and cancer development.
Therapy Resistance and Relapse Mechanisms
How cancer stem cells evade treatment and strategies to overcome resistance.
News & Updates
Speakers for 2025
Get inspired by the best and brightest minds in Stem Cell & Cancer research at the International Symposium in Heidelberg.
Keynote Lecturers
Speaker
Registration and abstract submission
We award prizes to the three best posters and short talks
Five short stories about stem cells and cancer
10th International Heinrich F.C. Behr-Symposium on Stem Cells and Cancer Organizer: German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ); HI-STEM, University Hospital Heidelberg.
Interviews with Salvador Aznar-Benitah, Margaret Goodell, Benjamin L. Ebert, Carsten Müller-Tidow, Andreas Trumpp
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