European School of Oncology shared on LinkedIn:
“How can we ensure that advances in cancer research translate into better care, including in hospitals with fewer resources?
And how can more women reach the positions where decisions are made?
In an interview with Alley Oop – Il Sole 24 Ore, Rossella Blasi, who became CEO of the European School of Oncology in October, discusses access to knowledge, scientific independence, women’s leadership and the future of oncology education.
The interview brings these priorities together around a shared ambition: enabling more professionals to provide better care and building opportunities that endure.
Since 1982, ESO connects education with everyday clinical practice.
Making high-quality training accessible to professionals working beyond major cancer centres is central to our mission.
Making knowledge travel
The article explores how largely free online and in-person courses, scholarships and training placements create opportunities for professionals facing financial or institutional constraints.
Participants take their learning and connections back to their hospitals, extending the benefits to colleagues and ultimately to patients.
Protecting scientific independence
Blasi discusses ESO’s autonomy in setting educational priorities, alongside the careful management needed to keep programmes accessible and sustainable.
Supporting women’s progression
Women represent 68% of ESO course participants and 40% of faculty.
The interview considers how teaching roles, professional networks and visible role models can support career development. Progress also requires transparent appointments and support at decisive career stages.
Rethinking leadership
Blasi advocates working environments that recognise expertise and results, supported by trust, autonomy and flexibility.
Connecting innovation with ‘Learning to Care’
AI and precision medicine are changing educational needs.
ESO’s response keeps the human, emotional and relational dimensions of cancer care central, while seeking to understand how learning changes clinical practice.
Read the full interview, in Italian
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