Miriam Mutebi, Consultant Breast Surgical Oncologist at Aga Khan, UICC Board Member, and Chair of the Commonwealth International Taskforce for the Elimination of Cervical Cancer, shared a post on LinkedIn:
“An ode to Science and Implementation.
As we concluded a vibrant 3 days of engagement, what stayed with me most was not only the science itself, though the science was exceptional, but the energy around it. The sense of shared purpose. The feeling that across very different settings, disciplines, and approaches, people are still deeply committed to doing better for patients.
What particularly gave me hope was the number of young scientists in the room. Thoughtful. Curious. Grounded. Asking difficult questions about how we move evidence into real systems and real lives.
Some of the most compelling conversations were also the most contextually aware.
- How do we strengthen referral pathways in settings where traditional healers are often the first point of contact?
- How do we build locally relevant innovation rather than simply importing solutions?
- How do we push scientific boundaries while remaining deeply patient-centered?
The ideas ranged from community-linked models of care to highly innovative laboratory and translational science, including the development of new cell lines and approaches to understanding cancer biology in different settings more precisely.
But beneath all of it was a common thread: a commitment to excellence, curiosity, collaboration, and the belief that science should ultimately improve the lived experience of patients.
A particular shout-out to all the African scientists and health workers who showed up and who, alongside others, showcased their work and efforts. Regardless of location, everyone’s efforts exemplified excellence, inquiry, and impact in patient-centered science.
The future of global oncology and patient-centred approaches is in good hands.”
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