Physical Science of Cancer (GRS)

The Physical Science of Cancer Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) serves as a pivotal platform for young doctoral and post-doctoral researchers to engage in the dynamic field of cancer research. Taking place at the Holiday Inn Oxnard - Ventura in Oxnard, United States, this seminar focuses on the cellular interactions and physical mechanisms that drive cancer initiation and progression. It aims to illuminate how mechanical forces, tissue architecture, collective cellular behaviors, and multicellular interactions contribute to oncogenic transformation, tumor evolution, and disease progression. The seminar invites participants who hold advanced degrees in science or engineering, emphasizing the necessity for an academic background to foster meaningful discussions and collaborations.The GRS will feature approximately 10 talks and two poster sessions, facilitating an environment where participants can share their unpublished research and innovative ideas. Attendees are strongly encouraged to contribute actively, either through oral presentations or poster exhibits, with all applications requiring an abstract submission for consideration. The seminar will include an introductory session, followed by interactive poster sessions and meals that encourage networking and collaboration. The discussions will delve into the intricate relationships between epithelial, stromal, and immune cells, focusing on how these interactions are influenced by physical constraints and cooperative cellular dynamics. This unique seminar not only emphasizes the integration of physical and biological perspectives in cancer research but also aims to strengthen collaborations among the next generation of researchers in the field.