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17th Edition • Hospedería Fonseca (Salamanca, España)

International Oncolytic Virotherapy Conference

Join leading oncologists, virologists, and pharmaceutical pioneers as we explore cutting-edge clinical trials, molecular mechanisms, and translational breakthroughs.

Dates

April 26 – 29, 2026

Sede Oficial

Hospedería Fonseca (Salamanca, España)

2001

Pioneered Since

17th

Global Edition

40+

Scientific Talks

19

Committee Chairs

The Conference

Three Days of Powerful Talks

The premier international summit shaping the future of cancer virotherapy.

The International Oncolytic Virotherapy Conference, which began in 2001 with colleagues working on early development of oncolytic viruses, has developed into the oldest and the most authoritative international conference on oncolytic virus therapy.

Join us in person April 26–29, 2026, as we explore the cutting edge developments in oncolytic virotherapy from scientific, clinical, and industry perspectives. This conference will feature renowned speakers from around the world, providing opportunities for networking, engaging in social events, attending scientific presentations, participating in poster sessions and much more.

Key Conference Topics

  • Clinical Trials in Solid Tumours & Haematologic Malignancies
  • Combination Therapies with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
  • Molecular Mechanisms of Action & Innate Immune Signalling
  • Novel Platforms, Synthetic Payloads & Genetic Engineering
  • Tumour Microenvironment Reprogramming & Spatial Imaging
  • Biomarkers of Response, Liquid Biopsies & Young Investigator Sessions
Abstract Deadline Feb 27, 2026
Scientific Faculty

Distinguished Keynote Speakers

Pioneers presenting groundbreaking developments in trial design, spatial metabolomics, and liquid biopsy monitoring.

Keynote Speaker
Portrait of Jame Gulley

Jame Gulley

International Committee

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Keynote Address

"NeoAdjuvant Trial Design"

Keynote Speaker
Portrait of Nathalie Agar

Nathalie Agar

International Committee

Harvard University

Keynote Address

"Spatial imaging, mass spec imaging, and metabolomics"

Keynote Speaker
Portrait of Klaus Pantel

Klaus Pantel

International Committee

Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE)

Keynote Address

"Using Liquid Biopsies to Monitor Clinical Trials"

Sede Oficial del Congreso

Hospedería Fonseca (Salamanca, España)

Un marco renacentista incomparable y sede de la Universidad de Salamanca para la 17ª edición de IOVC.

Puerta de acceso principal a la Hospedería Fonseca en Salamanca
Sede Oficial • 26–29 Abril 2026

Acceso y Fachada Monumental

Calle Fonseca 2, Salamanca

Situada a unos pasos de la Plaza Mayor y del Colegio Mayor Arzobispo Fonseca, la sede ofrece auditorios y salas plenarias totalmente equipadas en el centro monumental de Salamanca.

Claustro renacentista iluminado de noche en Fonseca
Espacio Singular de Encuentro

Claustro Renacentista y Jardines

Colegio Mayor Arzobispo Fonseca

El claustro renacentista y los jardines de la Fundación General constituyen el marco perfecto para los descansos de café, sesiones de networking y recepciones del congreso.

Registration & Deadlines

Secure Your Attendance

Early-Bird discount available until March 31st, 2026. All registrations include full scientific sessions, daily catering, and the official banquet dinner.

Academic

Early-Bird Rate

$ 1,335

Regular: $ 1,415

Valid until March 31st, 2026

Industry

Early-Bird Rate

$ 1,715

Regular: $ 1,795

Valid until March 31st, 2026

Student

Early-Bird Rate

$ 695

Regular: $ 745

Valid until March 31st, 2026

Industry Collaboration

Conference Sponsors & Partners

We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of our commercial and academic partners.

Platinum Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

Interested in sponsoring IOVC 2026? Contact the organizing committee at info@iovc.ca