International Liver Cancer Association (ILCA)
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ILCA 2010 Programme

In line with the International Liver Cancer Association (ILCA)'s mission of advancing research in the pathogenesis, prevention, and treatment of liver cancer, ILCA 2010 programme has been devised to reflect a transversal and multi-disciplinary, 'bench to bedside' approach, providing the ideal platform for scientific exchange, debate and networking of the highest quality.

This year again, clinical, translational and basic researchers, physicians and allied professionals from around the globe and across liver cancer disciplines will contribute to making ILCA 2010 the premier forum for advancing research in the pathogenesis, prevention and treatment of liver cancer.

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Two state-of-the-art lectures, delivered by state-of-the-art speakers will focus on Imaging of HCC and Early Diagnosis and Relevant experimental models of HCC.

Three cutting-edge symposia will present the latest information on Management and outcomes of HCC in Asia, Novel targets and emerging therapies and Assessing response in HCC – Revisiting RECIST.

A special lecture on miRNA and HCC: biology and prognostic significance.

Also an integral part of the programme will be the six general sessions dedicated to oral communications (36 oral presentations. Over 200 posters will be displayed during a dedicated two hour slot in the programme. Take this opportunity to visit also the industry exhibition and network with colleagues.  

Following the favorable reception of the workshop sessions at the ILCA 2009 Annual Conference, Luncheon workshops will be featured again in the programme, offering the opportunity to sharpen your skills and expand your expertise during these highly interactive sessions.

Industry symposia will be offered in conjunction with the main programme, bringing you the latest developments and achievements of our industry sponsors.

The panel of speakers include:

Prof. Lun-Xiu Qin (P.R China)
Prof. Masatoshi Kudo (Japan)
Prof. Ronnie Poon (P.R China)
Prof. Xin Wang (USA)
Prof. Alan Venook )USA)
Prof. Peter Galle (Germany)
Prof. Steven Alberts (USA)
Prof. Josep M. Llovet (USA/Spain)
Prof. Riccardo Lencioni (Italy)
Prof. Richard Finn (USA)
Prof. Pierre Bedossa (France)
Prof. Tania Roskams (Belgium)
Prof. Yujin Hoshida (USA)
Dr. Ju-Seog Lee (USA)
Prof. David Geller (USA)
Prof. Vincenzo Mazzaferro (Italy)
Prof. Jordi Bruix (Spain)
Prof. Masatoshi  Kudo (Japan)
Prof. Jeff Geschwind (USA)
Prof. Riad Salem (USA
Dr. Morris  Sherman (Canada)
Prof. Lenhard Rudolph (Germany)