Quarterly Research Conference in New York City
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Network (PBTRN) is a recent initiative in NYC led by Principal Investigator Dr. Robert Wechsler-Reya at Columbia University. The quarterly meeting was created in 2022 as a vehicle to bring together scientists and physicians from and around New York City who are interested in pediatric brain tumor research. The meetings take place in-person and they feature unique talks from investigators at all research institutions in the metropolitan area. The quarterly meetings have attracted up to 70 attendees including faculty, postdocs, and students, who attend with the purpose of staying informed on current research, engaging in discussions, igniting new ideas, and identifying opportunities for collaborations. The Ty Louis Campbell Foundation and Solving Kids Cancer fund the initiative by paying for the venues, and hope to continue doing so indefinitely.
