Dr. C. S. Pramesh has been elected President-Elect of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) for the 2026-2028 term. He was one of three candidates shortlisted for the position, with the election held during the UICC General Assembly on October 20, 2026.
At the General Assembly, UICC members also welcomed Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu as the organization’s new President and elected the Board of Directors (2026–2028).
OncoDaily warmly congratulates Dr. C. S. Pramesh on his election as UICC President-Elect. With his extensive experience in cancer care and global cancer control, he has made significant contributions to improving access to quality cancer care in India and beyond. We wish him every success in his new role and look forward to his continued contributions to the global oncology community.
Leadership in Global Cancer Control and Equity
Dr. C. S. Pramesh is the Director of Tata Memorial Hospital, one of India’s leading cancer centers, and the Head of India’s National Cancer Grid (NCG), a network of more than 350 cancer centers, research institutions, patient advocacy groups, and international members working to standardize cancer care and reduce disparities. He has served on the UICC Board of Directors and brings over a decade of experience in global cancer control, with a focus on reducing inequalities and expanding access to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
His international contributions include participation in World Health Organization (WHO) working groups addressing cancer strategic management, medical devices, and global clinical trials. He has also contributed to national and international cancer control initiatives, including the National Cancer Grid-Global network, IAEA imPACT Reviews, and the City Cancer Challenge initiative. In addition, he has served on committees at ASCO, ESMO, and IASLC, contributing to international research, education, and policy. In recognition of his global impact, he was awarded the prestigious Rachel Pearline Global Cancer Research Humanitarian Award by the U.S. National Cancer Institute.
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