15 Posts Not To Miss From Day 1 of SIOP2024!

The 56th Congress of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP2024) is taking place from October 17-20, 2024, in Honolulu, Hawaii.

This congress is aiming to be a pivotal event for professionals in pediatric oncology, gathering leading experts, researchers, and healthcare providers from around the world.

Participants are expecting a comprehensive program that is featuring keynote addresses, interactive workshops, and panel discussions focused on the latest advancements in pediatric oncology.

The event is also providing ample networking opportunities, allowing attendees to connect with peers and share valuable insights that could influence the future of cancer care for children.

Here are some highlights from the event:

SIOP International:

“What an unforgettable start to SIOP Congress 2024!

We kicked off with a beautiful halau ritual, followed by warm welcomes from Dr. Wade Kyono and the presidents of SIOP, IPSO, PROS, and CCI. A traditional hula dance closed the ceremony in true Hawaiian style!”

Guillermo Chantada:

“What a great way to start the SIOP2024 congress in Honolulu. The SIOP International, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Childhood Cancer International with PROS and CCI ARIA guide on Hodgkin was launched today. Years of collaboration and more is coming. Michael Sullivan, great work!”

Gevorg Tamamyan:

“Waiting for the SIOP Welcome Reception. Wonderful SIOP Congress in beautiful Honolulu.”

Venky (Venkatraman Radhakrishnan):

“Starting the SIOP Congress with our presentation on use of AI to predict relapse in pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia. A joint collaboration of Cancer Institute (WIA), Chennai and IIT Madras and funded by ICMR. PI Dr. Vijayalakshmi and major work done by Subiksha.

AI has 84% accuracy in predicting relapse.
Can predict date of relapse up to 25 days.
Used the ICICLE pre trial dataset.
Largest AI predictor for relapse.
XG boost algorithm used
A risk probability meter developed.”

Ashley Hyde:

“So pleased to be SIOP2024 in Hawaii. Looking forward to learning about psychosocial care in pediatric oncology and improving access to care.”

Suzanne Turner:

“Great scientific committee meeting this afternoon – preparing for SIOP2025. Some interesting facts for SIOP2024: 2298 delegates from 108 countries presenting a record-breaking 1805 abstracts! Let the fun begin!”

Farina Arreguin:

“DMG/DIPG gliomas starting right now in 313 ABChall…”

Ruzanna Papyan:

“Excited to kick off International – SIOP 2024 Congress and honored to moderate the Young SIOP Education Day session alongside Shushan Hovsepyan.

Looking forward to an inspiring exchange of knowledge and new perspectives.

Great start of SIOP2024.”

Marta Wilejto:

“The future (and present) of ALL therapy is Blinatumomab .. this is very clear. But innovative therapies are expensive. Our responsibility is to make blin available for all including LMIC. How to do this remains a challenge.”

Luca Pio:

“Thanks, Paul Losty for your leadership over the last years and welcome Dr. Andrew Davidoff as new President of IPSO.”

Kristopher Lamore:

“Excited to be attending the 56th Congress of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP) in beautiful Honolulu!

Day 1 has been incredibly insightful, with a standout session on ‘Integrative and Complementary Treatments in Supportive Care for Pediatric Oncology.’ This session highlighted the growing importance of holistic approaches in pediatric cancer care.

A crucial point of discussion with Chang (USA), Rejin Kebudi (Turkey) and Gita Naidu (South Africa) was the importance of patient-centered care and respecting family choices.

While conventional treatments remain the cornerstone of pediatric oncology, the session explored how we can better support families who express interest in traditional treatments. The focus was on finding ways to integrate evidence-based therapies that can work alongside alternative treatments to improve outcomes and quality of life.

It’s inspiring to see how the pediatric oncology community is embracing a more comprehensive approach to patient care in different countries all over the world. Looking forward to the next three days of learning and networking!”

Jennifer Geel:

“The stage is set and the energy is high! SIOP’s opening ceremony in Hawaii has begun! Excited for all the knowledge-sharing, research, and discussions ahead.”

Rutger Jan:

“Looking back at a very successful and inspiring pre-SIOP2024 multidisciplinary HARMONICA/IPSO meeting in Kapi’olani Medical Center for Women and Children in Honolulu, Hawaii, including sessions on relapsed Non-Wilms tumor, Stage IV Wilms tumor, nephroblastomatosis, nephron sparing surgery, technical advances in renal surgery, surgery for metastases/relapses, and pediatric renal tumor rupture.

During the last session on Wednesday October 16, we presented an update of the SIOP-RTSG, COG-RTG and ESPR Taskforce Oncology multidisciplinary renal tumor rupture project. Although we are not yet there, it nicely illustrated how global multidisciplinary collaboration can improve clinical care for children with renal tumors.

Thank you Rodrigo Romao, Marc Wijnen, Lauren Parsons, Luke Pater, Geert Janssens, Nicholas Evageliou for your excellent pitches. And thank you Marry van den Heuvel-Eibrink and James Geller for co-chairing this session.”

Korede Akindele:

“My first two days at the SIOP Congress are always dedicated to attending the SIOP Board of Directors meeting, an intense yet deeply rewarding experience. These sessions are focused on strategic discussions, knowledge sharing, and making critical decisions that drive the growth and mission of SIOP.

This year’s Board of Directors meeting was particularly unique, offering a fresh approach to shaping the SIOP strategy, congresses, and partnerships. As Chair of the Young SIOP Network, I was especially encouraged to see how the decision and idea will benefit young professionals within SIOP.

It is inspiring to see the dedication of the SIOP Board to nurturing the next generation of leaders, and I am excited to contribute to the momentum as we work together to transform pediatric oncology worldwide.

As we kick off the SIOP Congress today, I wish everyone a fulfilling and impactful experience!”

Jennifer Geel:

“Tips from Tom Gross, editor PBC, about publishing:

be ready for rejection again and again and just persist.
reviewers don’t usually look at the cover letter.”

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