Register for the International Photodynamic Association World Congress

The 17th International Photodynamic Association World Congress has been bringing together researchers and clinicians in all fields of photodynamic therapy (PDT) and photodiagnosis (PD) since 1986. Every two years, the IPA organizes a conference to foster scientific development and contribute to clinical practice. The 17th IPA World Congress will be held at the Marriott Cambridge, MA, June 28 - July 4, 2019. We welcome you to Boston in 2019.

For information about the IPA and past conferences, please visit the IPA website or email info@ipaboston2019.org.

For discounted registration, become an IPA member: www.internationalphotodynamic.com/membership

Registration is now open.

Manuscripts Due
5 July 2019

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Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Sessions
PDT in Clinical Practice: A Look at Current Oncology Trials
Nanotechnology in PDT
Photo-immunology and PDT-Induced Immunology
PDT Mechanisms: Tumor Microenvironment and Cell Death Pathways
Challenges in PDT Dosimetry and Technology
Fluorescence Guided Resection and PDT imaging
Antimicrobial and Anti-infective PDT
Role of PDT in Gastroenterology, Pulmonology, Head and Neck Cancers, Dermatology, and Gliomas


Development Opportunities
Networking Events, Mentoring Lunches with Faculty
Grant Writing Workshops, Careers in Industry Panel
Trainee travel grants are available.


Social Events
Welcome Reception, Gala Dinner, Tours, Awards, and more.

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Tayyaba Hasan 
President, IPA Board of Directors,
Chair of IPA Congress
Wellman Ctr. for Photomedicine (United States), Harvard Medical School (United States), Massachusetts General Hospital (United States)