Net4Brain (COST Action CA22103) unites 649+ research scientists across 47 countries to advance brain cancer research, improve treatments, and support patients.
Net4Brain unites Europe's leading researchers, clinicians, and institutions to accelerate breakthroughs in brain cancer treatment and care.
Through collaborative research, knowledge sharing, and innovative approaches, we are working to improve outcomes for patients and families affected by brain cancer across the continent.
Our strategic goals for advancing brain cancer research across Europe.
Developing and validating biomarkers for early detection, prognosis, and recurrence in pediatric and adult brain cancer.
A 3-tier strategy using cell culture, 3D bio-systems (organoids, bioprinting), and in vivo models to study brain cancer pathogenesis.
Advancing tumour profiling and patient stratification with single-cell technologies, focusing on gene dysregulation and glioblastoma stem cell transitions.
Integrative omics approaches, mathematical models for RT optimisation, and a pan-European brain cancer database and biobank.
Developing novel radiotherapy approaches and recommendations, guided by clinical expertise to maximise patient outcomes.
Novel methods to disseminate research outcomes and engage stakeholders across science, clinicians, patients, policymakers, and the public.
Meet the experts driving innovation in brain cancer research across the network.
Conferences, workshops, and training sessions across the Net4Brain network
15 – 18 September 2026
PhD-level course on mathematical and computational biology of brain tumours, 15-18 September 2026 in Almagro, Spain. Applications closed 10 July 2026.
1 – 3 June 2026
The 3rd Net4Brain Annual Meeting, 1-3 June 2026 in Istanbul - ECR day, working-group sessions, keynotes and poster exhibitions.
1 June 2026
One-day in-person event for Early Career Researchers, 1 June 2026 in Istanbul - the ECR day of the 3rd Annual Meeting.
Stay informed about our latest research breakthroughs, conferences, and developments.
June 1 - 3, 2026
Ana Aslan International Foundation (AAIF) and Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy.
May 9, 2025
Ana Aslan International Foundation (AAIF) and Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy.
February 17, 2025
Modelling Minds: Innovations in Preclinical Brain Cancer Research
Moments from meetings, training schools, and collaborations across the network.
Become part of a network of 649+ research scientists across 47 countries working to change outcomes for patients.
