Hack4Hope: Together for Children With Cancer

The Paris-Saclay Cancer Cluster (PSCC), the PSCC Childhood Cancer Working Group, and Imagine for Margo are happy to organize the first-ever hackathon to improve the treatment outcome of childhood cancer. This event is supported by Foundation S and LifeArc.

This exceptional hackathon aims to address the critical need for improved outcomes for children with cancer. Despite advancements in medical research, childhood cancer remains a leading cause of death by disease among young patients. There is an urgent demand for innovative solutions that can enhance diagnosis, treatment, and overall care.

Bringing together experts from different fields, we want to collectively make progress in pediatric oncology and offer a brighter future for children and their families…

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Two ways to participate in this event

1. Be a candidate: Applications for competing projects closed on October 31. If you are developing or considering an innovative project that contributes to the fight against pediatric cancers, we encourage you to attend to learn, network, and prepare for future opportunities.

2. Be an attendee: You are interested in the pediatric cancer challenge and wish to know more > you can participate as an attendee to the event to listen to the talks, the pitches and to network.

   Register here ! 

Why apply as a competing project? A unique opportunity to:

• Contribute to revolutionary advancements in pediatric oncology.

• Get personalized advice from experts within diverse fields, such as: clinicians, industry leaders, researchers, Artificial Intelligence /Machine Learning experts, scientists, entrepreneurs, patient associations, regulatory experts …

• Get a chance to win the hackathon (see the prizes below)

• Increase the visibility of your project to maximize your chances to build partnerships

Who can apply?

This hackathon is open to everyone who wish to contribute to revolutionize childhood cancer outcome:

• Oncology biotech developing new treatments with a pediatric indication

• Medtech companies developing new diagnostics or medical devices (medical imaging, wearables …) that can benefit children and teenagers with cancer

• Artificial Intelligence /Machine Learning and digital technology innovators with an interest in pediatric cancers

• Clinician or academic researcher about to create a startup with an interest in pediatric cancer

• Existing biotech or medtech working on adult cancers and wondering about the interest of expanding into pediatric cancer field

Candidates from anywhere in France can apply, as well as all international candidates willing to develop an activity in France.

What type of projects this hackathon is looking for?

• New early detection and diagnostic solutions

• New treatments in any field: immunotherapy, next generation chemos, radiotherapeutics, gene therapy, targeted therapies … including repurposing

• New drug delivery solutions

• New surgical techniques

• Medical device, including prothesis

• Care Solutions, monitoring solutions

• Pain management, side effect management

• Quality of life solutions, supportive care and survivorship

• Digital tools

• Leveraging of AI/ML tools

Hackathon prizes and rewards

• Personal Mentorship by the PSCC: Individual follow-up and regular meetings with the PSCC team.

• Expert Access: Guidance from experts in pharma, academia, and advocacy groups.

• Training Opportunities: Free access to specialized training programs.

• Workspace: Free office and lab space at the PSCC.

• Exclusive Resources: Privileged access to academic platforms funded by the PSCC, including single-cell research, cellular therapy, immunotherapy, organ maintenance, and early clinical trials.

• Increased Visibility: Enhanced exposure to investors and pharmaceutical companies, and opportunities to participate in industry events.

• & An additional financial price for the winning projects

How to apply?

Do you have an idea or a project? Join us by submitting your application through our online form. Whether you are a startup, a researcher, or a passionate developer, your expertise can make a difference.

The PSCC Childhood Cancer Working Group will first preselect among the candidates those who will have the opportunity to participate in the Hackathon. The winners will be identified during the Hackathon by an expert jury.

Applications for competing projects closed on October 31. If you are developing or considering an innovative project that contributes to the fight against pediatric cancers, we encourage you to attend to learn, network, and prepare for future opportunities.

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You wish to attend the event in the audience?

This hackathon presents a unique opportunity to witness groundbreaking innovations in pediatric oncology, including the use of artificial intelligence and digital technologies.

As an attendee, you will have the chance to:

• Attend high-quality presentations

  on the latest innovations in pediatric      oncology.

• Discover revolutionary solutions

  proposed by experts in biotechnology, medicine, digital health, AI and more.

• Engage with key stakeholders

  from the medical and technology sectors.

• Be part of an enriching exchange

  , supporting initiatives aimed at transforming childhood cancer treatment.

Event Highlights:

• Presentations of innovative projects by hackathon participants.

• Interactive sessions on the challenges of fighting pediatric cancers.

• Discussions on the impact of digital technologies and AI on cancer research and treatment.

This event is open to all professionals, companies, startups, researchers, and others interested in pediatric oncology. Whether you're a medical expert, a technology enthusiast, or simply curious about the latest health innovations, we would be thrilled to welcome you to this transformative event.

How to Attend? Register now through our online form to confirm your attendance. As space is limited, we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible.

Join us on November 22, 2024 to contribute to the future of childhood cancer care and explore tomorrow's solutions!

Register here ! 

Limited spaces available

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Partners and Supporters

This event is organized by the PSCC and its PSCC Childhood Cancer Working Group*.  with the support of Imagine for Margo, Foundation S, and LifeArc.

(Rajouter bandeau avec tous les membres du working group)

* Imagine for Margo, Life Arc, Sanofi, ITCC, Institut Gustave Roussy, Institut Curie, Servier, ITCC-P4, and Owkin