2025 Cancer Research Week and Annual Retreat
The Annual Cancer Center Retreat
The Upstate Cancer Center will host several events leading up to the Annual Cancer Center Retreat. There will be two visiting speaker seminars, a Trainee Symposium, and the Retreat will feature the annual Carol M. Baldwin Foundation Distinguished Lecture. Join us for a day of insightful presentations, networking opportunities, and collaborative discussions!
The New Trainee Symposium
We are excited to announce a new addition to our retreat lineup: the Trainee Symposium on Thursday, May 15, 2025. This session is designed to provide a platform for our trainees to showcase their innovative research, share insights, and engage in stimulating discussions with peers and faculty, and gain valuable feedback on their work. Join us for this enriching experience and support the next generation of Cancer Researchers!
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Keynote Speaker
Adam G. Sowalsky, PhD
The Upstate Cancer Center is pleased to announce our keynote speaker, Adam G. Sowalsky, PhD from the Center for Cancer Research at the National Cancer Institute. Dr. Sowalsky heads the Prostate Cancer Genetics Section laboratory and is a Senior Investigator in the Genitourinary Malignancies Branch. His lab conducts translational research focused on tumor evolution and treatment resistance, with a particular emphasis on developing biomarkers for predicting responses in locally advanced prostate cancers treated by neoadjuvant hormonal therapies. By using samples from NCI clinical trials as human model systems for analysis, these correlative studies enable assessment of mechanisms of treatment resistance and develop strategies for precision therapy.
DISCOVER MORE ABOUT DR. SOWALSKYCancer Center Retreat Week Agenda
Thursday, May 15
- 90-minute Guest Speaker session from 12-1:30pm at NAB 4414 A
- Trainee Symposium from 2-6pm at NAB 4414 B/C
Friday, May 16
- Introductory remarks by University and Cancer Center leadership
- Progress reports from Cancer Center Research Programs and Committees
- Morning Scientific Sessions featuring invited speaker and Upstate Cancer Center members
- Presentation of 2nd Annual Beth Baldwin Oncology Nursing Award
- Cancer Center Research Recognition
- Lunch & Open Poster Session
- Keynote Presentation – Baldwin Distinguished Lecturer, Dr. Adam G. Sowalsky
- Afternoon Scientific Session featuring invited speaker and Upstate Cancer Center members
- Presentation of 2025 Cancer Center Pilot Grant Awards
- Closing Remarks
- Poster Session and Wine & Cheese Reception
