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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Do you know someone who could benefit from a #SITC membership? Refer them to join SITC with our Connect-a-Colleague Tool! The top referrer receives recognition at #SITC26. sitcancer.org/connect-a-colleague
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Expert SITC speaker Lili Yang, PhD, UCLA is sharing insights on serotonin transporter inhibition at JACI 2026. Explore the latest updates on intratumoral therapies July 22–24, in Kagawa, Japan or virtual. Learn more: ow.ly/Ml0i50Z2ek4 OncoDaily
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robertferrismdphd.bsky.social @robertferrismdphd.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Congratulations to our new SITC leaders! Very honored and looking forward to working with existing and future leaders, and phenomenal staff to help SITC continue to advance cancer immunotherapies and contribute to this amazing field. @UNC_Lineberger
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Discuss various approaches to cancer immunity! Organized in collaboration with SITC, the Japanese Association of Cancer Immunology is hosting their 30th Annual Meeting July 22–24 2026, in Kagawa, Japan or virtual. Learn more: ow.ly/G7Wn50Z2e9b
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Don’t miss the keynote at the 2026 EU Immuno-Oncology Drug Development Summit, on Sept. 3. Join Dr. E. John Wherry as he examines how insights across IO & autoimmune disease are shaping the next generation of therapeutic strategies. Learn more: sitcancer.org/eu-io-summitsitcancer.org/eu-io-summit
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robertferrismdphd.bsky.social @robertferrismdphd.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Looking forward to a great night of music, dancing and support for SITC at Buddy Guys! It’s become an ASCO tradition! @unclineberger.bsky.social @sitcancer.bsky.social
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Address logistics and toxicities associated with TIL therapy and CAR T cells! Explore the latest updates in the field with renowned experts during SITC’s ACI: A Focus on Cellular Therapies program May 22. Register now: ow.ly/8HQc50Z09XT Krish Patel, MD Allison Betof Warner, MD, PhD
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Want SITC Swag? Go to ondemand.sitcancer.org & log in to your SITC account and watch OnDemand videos by May 27! You will be entered into a drawing for SITC Swag! Become a SITC Member or purchase a subscription and explore 1,300+ SITC IO videos. More at: www.sitcancer.org/ondemand
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Get to know 2026 SITC At-Large Director candidate Jane Healy, MD, PhD (Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC). Read Dr. Healy’s bio and position statement: www.sitcancer.org/get-involved/2026…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Dance to your favorite tunes at The CheckPoints performance on May 31 at Buddy Guy’s in Chicago! VIP tickets are available! Your support will benefit the next generation of cancer immunotherapy experts through SITC’s Forward Fund. www.sitcancer.org/about/the-checkpo…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
Explore further details about 2026 SITC At-Large Director candidate, Olivera (Olja) Finn, PhD, FAIO (University of Pittsburgh). Read about Dr. Finn: www.sitcancer.org/get-involved/2026…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Join us for the Targets for Cancer IO: A Deep Dive Series—an expert-led webinar program exploring cutting-edge science and therapeutic innovation in immuno-oncology. Register now for our three live webinars: www.sitcancer.org/edu/webinars/targ…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
2026 Spring Scientific - Next-gen Cellular Therapies, T cell Engagers & Combinations sessions are now on SITC OnDemand! Free for members - join or subscribe for access to 1,300+ IO videos. View Taking TIL into the Next Generation via OnDemand: ondemand.sitcancer.org/media/5f826b...
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Access the latest scientific insights on novel therapeutic applications! Join @bcellbruno.bsky.social and other SITC experts on May 28, for two joint sessions at SIO's 2026 NEXT Summit! SITC members, use code SITC26NEXT for a discounted rates. Learn more: ow.ly/FgZ150YsZkv
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Be a VIP at The CheckPoints: Rockin’ for a Cure fundraiser on May 31! Get your VIP tickets now for the performance at Buddy Guy’s Legends in Chicago. Donations support the next generation of cancer immunotherapy experts through SITC’s Forward Fund www.sitcancer.org/about/the-checkpo…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Familiarize yourself with 2026 SITC Vice President candidate Robert Ferris, MD, PhD (The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill). Read Dr. Ferris’ bio and position statement: www.sitcancer.org/get-involved/2026…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
SITC 2026 Member-only registration is now open! Our 41st Annual Meeting and Pre-Conference Programs feature numerous sessions, speakers, events, exhibits, and awards. Register today for in-person or virtual attendance! sitc.landing.showcare.io/2026-annua…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Nominate an early career investigator in #immunotherapy today for SITC’s Steven A. Rosenberg Scholars Award. The recipient will be awarded $150k in research funding and recognized during an Award Ceremony at #SITC26. LEARN MORE: sitcancer.org/rosenberg OncoDaily
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Review immunosuppressants for toxicity management! Join a panel of clinical IO experts and discuss the latest updates in the field during SITC’s FREE ACI: A Focus on Toxicity Management program June 16. Register: ow.ly/Noxj50YW3wh Kerry Reynolds, Alessio Cortellini, Elad Sharon, MD, MPH
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Discover more about 2026 SITC Secretary/Treasurer candidate Christian Capitini, MD (University of Wisconsin-Madison and UW Carbone Cancer Center). Read Dr. Capitini’s bio and position statement: www.sitcancer.org/get-involved/2026…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Dr. Michael T. Lotze, #JITC Editor-in-Chief, is heading to #CIMT 2026! Catch his cutting-edge presentation on cellular therapy May 11, then connect directly during his Meet-the-Editor session immediately after to discuss key strategies for publishing your research. Learn more: ow.ly/wv3I50YWxcI
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Explore further details about 2026 SITC Secretary/Treasurer candidate, Charles (Chuck) Drake, MD, PhD, MS, FAAP (Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine). Read about Dr. Drake: www.sitcancer.org/get-involved/2026…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Submit your research by June 25 for #SITC26. Multiple oral abstract presentation opportunities available. All accepted abstracts will have the opportunity to present a poster in the Poster Hall and are published in JITC. More information: www.sitcancer.org/2026/abstrac...
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Nominations are open until May 27 for SITC’s Annual Awards. Nominate luminaries for the Richard V. Smalley Award & Lectureship, SITC Lifetime Achievement Award, Tara Withington Public Service Award and the Pedro J. Romero Service to JITC Award www.sitcancer.org/about/awards/awar…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Abstract submission deadline for #SITC26 is June 25 for Regular and Early Career Investigator Award Abstracts. 41 abstract travel awards will be awarded. Submit your cutting-edge research today: www.sitcancer.org/2026/abstracts/ab… #SITC26 #immunotherapy
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
SITC’s Academy of Immuno-Oncology nominations are open. The Academy of IO honors individuals who have made seminal contributions to move the field of cancer immunotherapy forward to the benefit of patients. Nominate someone today: www.sitcancer.org/about/awards/awar…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
New Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer article: "Single-cell dissection of persistent tumor antigens in non-responders reveals opportunities for TAA-targeted vaccination after neoadjuvant therapy in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma" jitc.bmj.com/content/14/4... 🧪
New Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer article: "Single-cell dissection of persistent tumor antigens in non-responders reveals opportunities for TAA-targeted vaccination after neoadjuvant therapy in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma" https://jitc.bmj.com/content/14/4/e014562 🧪
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
ICYMI: SITC OnDemand is LIVE! SITC members can access more than 1,000 educational IO videos from past SITC events, webinars, virtual summits, annual meetings & more. Visit www.sitcancer.org/OnDemand #SITCOnDemand #SITCQuestfor100 #MemberBenefit OncoDaily
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
The 2026 SITC Election is now open! SITC members are electing the society’s next Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer and three At-Large Directors. The election closes on Friday, May 15 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. www.sitcancer.org/get-involved/2026…
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Do you know an up-and-coming expert in the field of cancer #immunotherapy? Nominate them today for SITC’s Steven A. Rosenberg Scholars Award, one of the society's most prestigious opportunities for early career scientists. More at: sitcancer.org/rosenberg OncoDaily
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robertferrismdphd.bsky.social @robertferrismdphd.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
I would be pleased to contribute to SITC, an amazing society and visionary group of collaborators in any way possible.
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
The #SITC election opens May 1. The VP candidate who receives the most votes will begin their 2-year term in 2027 before ascending to the role of SITC President in 2028. Read the biographies + platform statements of this year’s candidates: www.sitcancer.org/get-involved/2026…
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2026 SITC Election | Vice President | Secretary/Treasurer | At-Large Directors
The 2026 SITC Election will take place May 1–15, 2026. SITC regular or emertius members eligible to vote and help choose the future leaders of the society.
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
New Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer article: "Single-cell and spatial transcriptomics reveal that the CXCL12–CXCR4 axis drives the immune-desert phenotype in small cell lung cancer by recruiting immunosuppressive CXCR4+ neutrophils and S100A8+ monocytes" jitc.bmj.com/content/14/4... #JITC
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined our session at #IMMUNOLOGY2026! Your engagement made for a great scientific exchange. Don’t miss the next chance to explore new IO approaches! Join us for Targets for Cancer IO: A Deep Dive series: ow.ly/El8B50YsZfx
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
New Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer article: "CD55-expressing myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs) drive cancer immunoevasion" jitc.bmj.com/content/14/4...
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
SITC is at #IMMUNOLOGY2026™! Swing by booth 1031 to learn about #SITC26 and how to make the most of your membership. #immunotherapy
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
We can’t wait to see you at the American Association of Immunologists’ (AAI) #IMMUNOLOGY2026™, April 16-18. Visit booth 1031 to learn about #SITC member benefits, #SITC26, and more! #immunotherapy #cancerresearch
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
SITC OnDemand is LIVE! SITC members can access more than 1,000 educational IO videos from past SITC events, webinars, virtual summits, annual meetings & more. Visit www.sitcancer.org/OnDemand #SITCOnDemand #SITCQuestfor100 #MemberBenefit OncoDaily #AACR26 Moffitt Cancer Center
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Early-career researchers, join vibrant discussions and connect with global leaders at Tumor Immunology Meets Oncology! Hosted by Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane in collaboration with SITC, May 7–9 in Germany. Learn more: ow.ly/RLo450YyIiB
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Bernard A. Fox @bernardafox.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
Thanks #OncoDaily for the shout out! As noted, no one does this alone. I was incredibly fortunate to have the very best colleagues/friends, students, fellows, supportive philanthropists, & amazing staff at #EACRI & #SITC to work with & together we strove to #FinishCancer. oncodaily.com/blog/184007
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Bernard Fox received SITC lifetime achievement award - OncoDaily
Bernard Fox received SITC lifetime achievement award / Bernard Fox, cancer, cancer immunotherapy, Headlines, OncoDaily, Oncology, SITC lifetime achievement
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Megen Wittling @megen-w.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Check out our new research on developing a model for tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy for cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) by the Lesinski and Paulos Labs! @lesinskilab.bsky.social @chrystalpaulos.bsky.social academic.oup.com/jimmunol/adv...
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Development of a murine tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte therapy model for cholangiocarcinoma
Abstract. Tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy is a promising approach, earning U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval in patients with anti–PD-
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Are you an early career investigator looking for funding? Apply now for a one-year, $100,000 2026-2027 SITC Cancer Immunotherapy Fellowship! Letter of Intent due on April 15 #ECR sitcancer.org/fellowships
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute @danafarber.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
In 2023, the @fda.gov approved belzutifan for certain kidney cancers –– thanks to years of work led by Nobel Prize recipient William G. Kaelin Jr., MD. Now, @drchoueiri.bsky.social, director of our Lank Center for Genitourinary Oncology, and team are working to expand its clinical use.
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Chain Reaction: The Belzutifan Journey | Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Basic science discoveries made by Dana-Farber's William G. Kaelin Jr., MD, and his colleagues are propelling powerful new therapies for kidney cancer.
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Read SITC's latest clinical practice guideline published in the Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer to view up-to-date expert recommendations on ICI treatment and management of RCC:https://ow.ly/wEZW50YzbMj Special thanks to Toni Choueiri, MD, Tian Zhang, MD and the full expert panel.
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer @sitcancer.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Stay in the know with #SITC! Explore our upcoming events, webinars, and important dates by looking at our calendar. Learn More: sitcancer.org/get-involved/events/c… #Immunotherapy
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robertferrismdphd.bsky.social @robertferrismdphd.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Exciting and timely SITC sponsored “Advances” meeting! @unclineberger.bsky.social
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robertferrismdphd.bsky.social @robertferrismdphd.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Comprehensive and updated CPG for RCC! Great for SITC team!
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Libby Fino @efino87.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
The cool thing about Wyoming is how quickly you can disappear into the wilderness when you need to.
Mountains northwest of Horse Creek Wyoming. Tie City entrance in Medicine Bowl National Forest, Wyoming. Pinball Trail in Curt Gowdy State Park, Wyoming. Aspens in Curt Gowdy State Park, Wyoming.
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ewsomm.bsky.social @ewsomm.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
Kicking off 50 years of @unclineberger.bsky.social with @robertferrismdphd.bsky.social & the 48th Annual Scientific Symposium… looking forward to hearing the amazing reflections on #50years of #cancerresearch!
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