Anne T. Bass Lecture Series in Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation
Advances in Immunotherapeutic Strategies in Pediatric Cancer

SPEAKER
Rupert Handgretinger, MD PhD - Professor of Pediatrics,General Pediatrics and Hematology/Oncology, Children’s University Hospital, Tübingen, German

SESSION DESCRIPTION
Various forms of humoral and cellular strategies for the treatment of pediatric patients with leukemia and solid tumors will be discussed. In addition, haploidentical transplantation as a platform for post-transplant immunotherapy will be introduced. Current results will be presented and future outlooks will be discussed.

EDUCATION GOALS
By the end of this session, attendees will understand:

• Haploidentical transplantation as a form of immunotherapy.
• The role of the innate and adaptive immune system in the treatment of pediatric cancer.
• The role of the tumor microenvironment as a target for immunotherapy.

LOCATION (in-person)
Center for Academic Medicine
Grand Rounds Room
453 Quarry Road, 
Palo Alto, CA 94304

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