Breast Cancer Trials

47TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING

We look forward to an in-person meeting, offering the opportunity for colleagues and Breast Cancer Trials members to connect at the Sofitel Brisbane, for #BCT2026. The registration desk will be open from 8:00 AM Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

29-31 July 2026
Sofitel, Brisbane Central

Scientific Sessions

Explore cutting-edge research and the latest developments in breast cancer clinical trials through engaging scientific presentations and discussions.

Scientific Sessions

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Guest Speakers

The ASM brings together BCT members, breast cancer researchers, and those involved in the conduct of clinical trials.

Guest Speakers

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Grants & Awards

Celebrate excellence in breast cancer research and clinical trials with opportunities for recognition, funding, and support for innovative projects.

Grants & Awards

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T&EC Day

A dedicated program offering tailored sessions, mentorship, and networking for emerging breast cancer researchers.

T&EC Day

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Register today for the 46th ASM and connect with researchers, clinicians and trial professionals who are shaping breast cancer research.

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An Overview of the 47th Annual Scientific Meeting

Breast Cancer Trials (BCT) is a world-leading clinical trials research organisation, dedicated to finding new and better treatments and prevention strategies for people affected by this disease. Our research program involves multicentre national and international clinical trials and brings together more than 1,000 researchers across 118 institutions throughout Australia and New Zealand. 

This is the official website for our 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM), and this year is the 47th year of the conference, which will be held in Brisbane, QLD, Australia. Our ASM hosts a number of internationally renowned guest speakers including key BCT researchers. Delegates include leading Australian and New Zealand medical practitioners, clinicians, and clinical trials management personnel.

The full and extensive program will include three days of scientific sessions covering timely reviews of breast cancer clinical trials, discussion of new protocols, future clinical trials research, and other research developments. The program will also include abstracts, and debates, and is followed by a Trainee and Early Career day on Saturday.

Thank you to Daiichi-Sankyo | AstraZeneca for being our Platinum Sponsor at #BCT2026. Find out more about sponsorship opportunities at our upcoming conference.

The BCT ASM is not open to the general public to attend.

The 47th Annual Scientific Meeting will be held in Brisbane, Queensland.

Preliminary Program

The conference website undergoes regular updates to provide attendees with the latest information regarding the program, esteemed guest speakers, grant and awards opportunities, as well as registration updates. We encourage you to revisit the site at a later date for the most up-to-date information. Please note this is a preliminary program and is subject to change.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Consumer Advisory Panel Meeting

This is a closed meeting for CAP members only.

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Q&A Event

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Trials Coordination Forum

Our annual Trials Coordination Forum is a fantastic opportunity for BCT staff and their colleagues from member sites to meet in a relaxed, educational, and informative environment.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Concept Development Workshop - Part 1

A Concept Development Workshop will be held by Breast Cancer Trials at the 47th Annual Scientific Meeting, to provide an opportunity for members and non-members to present new research ideas.

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

Roche Sponsored Lunch Symposium

 

More information about the Roche Lunch Symposium will be made available in the upcoming months.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Concept Development Workshop - Part 2

A Concept Development Workshop will be held by Breast Cancer Trials at the 47th Annual Scientific Meeting, to provide an opportunity for members and non-members to present new research ideas.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Scientific Welcome Session

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Welcome Event and Abstract Viewing

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Novartis Sponsored Dinner Symposium

More information about the Novartis Dinner Symposium will be made available in the upcoming months.

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Faculty Dinner

The Faculty Dinner is for invitees only, additional guests are welcome. If you would like to bring an additional guest, please email the ASM Secretariat at asm@bctrials.org.au. Please note, the dress code for the Faculty Dinner is smart casual.

7:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Lilly Sponsored Breakfast Symposium

More information about the Lilly Breakfast Symposium will be made available in the upcoming months.

9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Scientific Session 1

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

AstraZeneca | Daiichi-Sankyo Sponsored Lunch Symposium

More information about the AstraZeneca | Daiichi-Sankyo Lunch Symposium will be made available in the upcoming months.

1:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Scientific Session 2

5:00 PM- 5:30 PM

BCT Annual General Meeting

This meeting is open to Breast Cancer Trials members only.

7:00 PM- 11:00 PM

Conference Dinner

Please note, the Conference Dinner has a maximum capacity. Once exceeded, delegates will be added to a cancellation list. More information about this can be found on our registration page.

The dress code for the Conference Dinner is cocktail.

8:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Gilead Sponsored Breakfast Symposium

More information about the Gilead Breakfast Symposium will be made available in the upcoming months.

 

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Scientific Session 3A

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Scientific Session 3B

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Pfizer Sponsored Lunch Symposium

More information about the Pfizer Lunch Symposium will be made available in the upcoming months.

1:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Scientific Session 4

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Trainee and Early Career Dinner

Please note, the Trainee and Early Career dinner has a maximum capacity. Once exceeded, attendees will be added to a cancellation list. If you have any questions or concerns about this please contact the ASM Secretariat at asm@bctrials.org.au.

 

Travel Grants and Awards

The Breast Cancer Trials (BCT) Board of Directors are pleased to offer the following Travel Grants and Awards to recognise the valuable contributions of BCT members, to the Group’s clinical trials research program. All awards are at the discretion of the Board of Directors. 

John Forbes Gold Medal Award

The Gold Medal recognises the outstanding efforts and achievements of a member in the development of BCT research.

Alan Coates Award

This award recognises a member of Breast Cancer Trials who has made an outstanding contribution to our clinical trials research program.

Robert Sutherland Award

This award recognises a Translational Researcher and their achievements and contributions to improved patient outcomes.

John Collins Fellow Medal

This award was established to encourage academic breast cancer surgeons to become involved in clinical trials research.

Education Travel Grants

These grants recognise full members of BCT who cannot access institutional funding to attend the Annual Scientific Meeting.

Become a Breast Cancer Trials Member

There are many benefits to becoming a member of BCT, including reduced registration at the ASM each year. All membership applications need to be received and supported by two proposers by Monday 1 June 2026 to be eligible to receive discounted registration for the 2026 ASM. The outcome of applications will be provided on Friday 12 June 2026. Any memberships received before the 1 June 2026 deadline will be eligible for the discounted rate. 

You will be able to access the member registration rate after Board approval is confirmed. Please note that current involvement in a BCT clinical trial does not automatically confirm BCT membership. Please contact membership@bctrials.org.au if you have any questions regarding BCT membership.

There are two BCT membership categories: Full Member and Affiliate Member. If you would like more information or to apply for a membership, visit the link below.

Dr Gabi Metz Radiation Oncologist and 2025 Clinical Fellow.

Encouraging Sustainability Through Our ASM

BCT is working to ensure that our annual conference is following environmentally sustainable practices through carbon offsetting our flights, re-using lanyards, and reducing paper waste through our conference website and app, which are used by our delegates and sponsors.

BCT is proud to be working with companies who share the same values when it comes to sustainability. Visit the links below to find out more about the sustainability practices of the Sofitel Brisbane Central, and find out more about the sustainability practices we are implementing at Breast Cancer Trials.

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