
We are pleased to announce that the Inaugural Conference of the International Society of Exercise Oncology (ISEO) will be held in Heidelberg on the 22nd and 23rd July 2026, organized by DKFZ.
The newly founded International Society of Exercise Oncology holds its first scientific conference, bringing together international researchers, clinicians, and practitioners in Heidelberg, Germany. The meeting provides a platform to present cutting-edge research, share best practices, and foster collaboration in the emerging field of exercise for cancer patients and survivors. As a milestone in this evolving discipline, the congress contributes to the advancement of evidence-based exercise interventions in oncology and aims to promote networking between key players and stakeholders within the international exercise oncology research landscape.
This congress will cover a variety of TOPICS such as
- Epidemiology
- Basic Science
- Clinical Research
- Behavioral Science
- Implementation Research
- Prehabilitation
- Exercise During Treatment
- Survivorship
- Palliative Care
- Digital/ Remote Integration
- Pediatric Exercise Oncology
In addition to the plenary sessions, we have planned interactive oral and thematic poster sessions, poster exhibitions and educational sessions to provide insights into the exciting field of exercise oncology research and patient care.
Click on Timetable for more information and download the PDF Program
We look forward to meeting you at the ISEO Conference 2026!
Local Organizers
Joachim Wiskemann
Karen Steindorf
ISEO 2026 - Organizing Team
Kerry Courneya
Kirstin Campbell
Paulo Bergerot
Justin Jeon
Rob Newton
Pedro Saint-Maurice
Anne May
Keri Schadler
Kathryn Schmitz
Karen Steindorf
Joachim Wiskemann
Call for Abstracts - LATE BREAKING
Abstracts submission is closed (since June 1st, 11.59 MET).
Scientific Program
Please visit our pages Scientific Program & Timetable for more information.
Organizer
DKFZ for the NCT Heidelberg
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