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IMMUNOTHERAPY IN PRACTICE PODCAST

Our podcast brings leading Belgian oncology experts together to share the latest scientific and clinical insights in immunotherapy.

Stay informed on advances in cancer care with “Immunotherapy in Practice,” the ImmunoScience Academy podcast, hosted by Prof. Pierre Coulie with the participation of ImmunoScience Academy members.

Each episode welcomes a Belgian expert guest, translating the latest immunotherapy evidence into actionable insights for daily oncology practice. All episodes begin with a short scientific refresher before moving into expert discussions on integrating immunotherapy into treatment.

A clear, concise, evidence-based resource for oncology practitioners..

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IMMUNE CHECKPOINT INHIBITION

Prof. Pierre Coulie welcomes Prof. Sabine Tejpar (UZ Leuven) and
Prof. Ahmad Awada (Chirec) to discuss latest advances in immune checkpoint inhibition beyond T-cell activation, and to explore emerging therapeutic strategies.

 

MEASURING RESPONSE TO IMMUNOTHERAPY

Prof. Pierre Coulie welcomes Prof. Mireille Langouo (Institut Jules Bordet) and Prof. Eric Van Cutsem (UZ Leuven) to discuss challenges in immune response assessment, including concepts such as pseudoprogression, iRECIST, and the role of ctDNA.

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IMMUNOTHERAPY IN OLDER PATIENTS

Prof. Pierre Coulie, Prof. Lore Decoster (UZ Brussel), and Prof. Sandrine Aspeslagh (UZ Brussel) discuss how immunotherapy applies to older adults with cancer, focusing on tailored treatment for elderly patients—including frailty, side effects, and immunosenescence.

 

LIFE AFTER IMMUNOTHERAPY

Prof. Coulie welcomes Prof. Bart Neyns (UZ Brussel), and Prof. Johan Vansteenkiste (UZ Leuven) to discuss both the opportunities beyond immunotherapy and the challenges patients face when adjusting to life after cancer.

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