14-16 October 2026
Lisbon, Portugal
Call for abstracts will open on 27 January 2026.
Apply for oral or poster presentations.
The Champalimaud Research Symposium 2026
(CRSy26) will gather an interdisciplinary community of researchers to discuss the interplay between the neural and immune systems in relation to cancer initiation, progression and therapy. This symposium will emphasise the dynamic interactions among tumour cells, neurons and immune components, and how these relationships impact tumour growth, metastasis and the tumour microenvironment.
Key topics will include mechanistic insights into neuro-immune signaling pathways, the influence of stress and innervation on tumor immunity, and how immune responses can affect neural activity within tumours and beyond.
(CRSy26) will gather an interdisciplinary community of researchers to discuss the interplay between the neural and immune systems in relation to cancer initiation, progression and therapy. This symposium will emphasise the dynamic interactions among tumour cells, neurons and immune components, and how these relationships impact tumour growth, metastasis and the tumour microenvironment.
Key topics will include mechanistic insights into neuro-immune signaling pathways, the influence of stress and innervation on tumor immunity, and how immune responses can affect neural activity within tumours and beyond.
Symposium Chairs
Carlos Minutti
Immunoregulation Lab, Champalimaud Foundation, Lisbon, PT
Henrique Veiga-Fernandes Immunophysiology Lab, Champalimaud Foundation, Lisbon, PT
Carlos Minutti
Immunoregulation Lab, Champalimaud Foundation, Lisbon, PT
Henrique Veiga-Fernandes Immunophysiology Lab, Champalimaud Foundation, Lisbon, PT
Confirmed Keynote Speakers
Douglas Hanahan
EPFL, Lausanne, CH
Florent Ginhoux
Gustave Roussy, Villejuif, FR
Douglas Hanahan
EPFL, Lausanne, CH
Florent Ginhoux
Gustave Roussy, Villejuif, FR
CRSy is the main scientific symposium of the Champalimaud Research. Since 2017, it has fostered global dialogue among researchers across various disciplines, focusing on groundbreaking advancements in neuroscience, physiology and cancer.
where to stay?
Lisbon has a vast selection of places for you to stay comfortably accommodated. With all types of prices, you can find hostels, B&Bs,
private accommodation (e.g. Airbnb), or a great variety of hotels.
4*
Hotel Jerónimos 8
R. dos Jerónimos 8,
1400-211, Lisboa
T: +351 213 600 900
Price range — €€
For reservations with a 10% discount please book online using the promocode CRS25.
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3*
Carcavelos Beach Hotel
Rua do Gurué, 16
2775-581, Carcavelos
T: +351 214 585 100
Price range — €
For reservations with a 10% discount please book online using the promocode CRS25.
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3*
Lisbon City Hotel
Av. Alm. Reis 49,
1150-010 Lisboa
T: +351 21 330 8520
Price range — €
For reservations with a 10% discount in any City Hotels in Lisbon please book online using the promocode CRSy25.
Direction to venue ︎
For reservations with a 10% discount in any City Hotels in Lisbon please book online using the promocode CRSy25.
4*
Lisbon City Hollywood Hotel
R. Palmira 14
1170-270 Lisboa
T: +351 21 813 2084
Price range — €€
For reservations with a 10% discount in any City Hotels in Lisbon please book online using the promocode CRSy25.
Direction to venue ︎