Cancer Tech Accelerator Conference 2026
The Cancer Tech Accelerator (CTA) Conference 2026 brings together innovators, investors, researchers, and industry partners driving the future of oncology. Hosted at the London Institute for Healthcare Engineering (LIHE), the day celebrates breakthrough cancer technologies, from early-stage discoveries to patient-ready solutions.
Backed by Cancer Research UK and Cancer Research Horizons, the Cancer Tech Accelerator (CTA) has supported over 200 researchers and early innovators since 2021, helping them raise nearly £50 million in combined equity and grant funding. With over £1 million deployed in early-stage validation grants, CTA is the UK’s largest cancer tech accelerator, building a nationwide ecosystem that turns cutting-edge research into scalable startups and real-world impact.
Join us for a full day of keynotes, pitches, panels, and networking, highlighting the next generation of cancer innovation.
Who Should Attend
Oncology startup founders & researchers
Investors in healthtech, medtech & deep tech
Pharma, NHS & policy representatives
University tech transfer & IP professionals
Charities & funders in cancer research
Agenda Highlights
10:00 – 10:30 | Registration & Coffee
10:30 – 10:45 | Opening Remarks
10:45 – 11:15 | Keynote Addresses
11:15 – 12:00 | From Bench to Bedside: Medical Devices & Cancer - Panel session
12:00 – 13:00 | Networking Lunch & Innovation Showcase
13:00 – 14:00 | CTA 4.0 Pitches – The Next Generation
14:00– 15:00 | Investor Panel: Where is Cancer Tech Heading?
15:00 – 15:20 | Policy & National Strategy: The Cancer Mission
15:20 – 15:40 | Industry Insight Talk
15:40 – 16:00 | IP in Cancer Tech
16:00 – 16:20 | Alumni Spotlight: Life After CTA
16:20 – 18:00 | Networking Drinks
Partners
Cancer Research UK | Cancer Research Horizons | Brain Tumour Charity | Blood Cancer UK | HGF