2026 Lung SPORE Workshop

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Please join us for the 2026 Lung Cancer SPORE Workshop hosted by the Fred Hutch. This year, we will focus on the latest advances in key areas of lung cancer translational science including lung cancer screening and early detection, immunotherapy, small cell lung cancer, and targeted therapies. Registration is open to SPORE investigators, patient advocates, NCI representatives, and other invitees.

For questions, please contact:

Jessica Paulishen
Lung SPORE Administrator
jpaulish@fredhutch.org

Date:
Tuesday-Wednesday, June 09-10, 2026
Host or Sponsor:
Fred Hutch Lung SPORE
Location:
In person (Zoom link will be available for those unable to travel)

Message from the Organizers

“On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we are excited to invite you to join us in Seattle this summer. We have devised an exciting agenda to highlight thought leaders in translational lung cancer science. We have also included a few visits to iconic Seattle destinations. We are very much looking forward to seeing you soon.”
– McGarry Houghton

McGarry Houghton

McGarry Houghton, MD

Primary Investigator, Lung SPORE

Co-Lead, Project 1: Targeting Neutrophils to Enhance ICI Efficacy in NSCLC

Christina Baik

Christina Baik, MD, MPH

Co-Lead, Project 1: Targeting Neutrophils to Enhance ICI Efficacy in NSCLC

Alice Berger

Alice Berger, PhD

Director, Career Enhancement Program (CEP)

David MacPherson

David MacPherson, PhD

Co-Lead, Project 3: Targeting LSD1 to augment responses to PD-L1 inhibition in small cell lung cancer

 

Abstract Submissions

The 2026 Lung SPORE Workshop invites abstracts related to any aspect of lung cancer translational research for consideration. Sessions during this year’s Workshop will center around lung cancer screening and early detection, immunotherapy, small cell lung cancer, and targeted therapies. Read our abstract submission instructions for additional details.

Abstract Submission deadline: April 1, 2026

Submit Abstract for the 2026 Lung SPORE Workshop

Abstract should be original (not previously published or presented at a prior conference unless there is new data or information to consider).

Multiple submissions from the same institution must be focused on different projects.

Abstracts must be uploaded as a Word file.

Abstract titles should be succinct (not longer than 25 words) and describe the content of the abstract submission. Capitalize the first letter of the title and do not include a period at the end. Do not include the names of authors in the title or text of your abstract.

Abstract text is limited to 250 words.

Tables and images are not accepted.

Selected abstracts will be invited for poster presentations.

Amending a Submission

You may make changes to your submission(s) at any time up to the submission deadline: April 1, 2026

Submit your amended abstracts using the abstract submission form above.

Withdrawing a Submission

If you wish to withdraw your submission, please contact the conference organizer at jpaulish@fredhutch.org with the title of your abstract.

Agenda

5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Join us for Happy Hour at the ALTITUDE Sky Lounge for snacks and drinks with a panoramic view of the iconic Seattle skyline.

7:00 am to 8:00 am

Check in and Breakfast

8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Scientific Sessions (with lunch to include a poster session)

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Dinner Banquet at Chihuly Garden & Glass (Transportation to and from the dinner venue will be available)

7:00 am to 8:00 am

Check in and Breakfast

8:00 am to 3:30 pm

Scientific Sessions and Keynote (with lunch to include a poster session)

Register for the 2026 Lung SPORE Workshop

Hotel Blocks

Please use the links below to receive the group rate at either of our two participating hotel venues.

Silver Cloud Hotel

1150 Fairview Ave E, Seattle, WA 98109 (0.2 miles, approximately a 4-minute walk)

Book Silver Cloud Hotel Seattle - Lake Union

Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Lake Union

925 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109 (0.7 miles, approximately 16-minute walk)

Book Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Lake Union

How to Get Here

Our main campus is located at 1100 Fairview Ave N. on Lake Union in Seattle, approximately 30 minutes (16 miles) north of SeaTac International Airport.

Directions to Fred Hutch Cancer Center Main Campus
Jessica Paulishen

For questions contact:

Jessica Paulishen
Lung SPORE Administrator