The Lung Institute, Makerere University, invites healthcare professionals, researchers, students, and the general public to join the upcoming Day of Lung Science (DOLS) Webinar focusing on the latest advances in lung cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
Webinar Topic
From Early Detection to Emerging Vaccine Therapies for Lung Cancer
Date & Time
Date: Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (East African Time)
Speakers
Dr. Fred Okuku
Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist, Uganda Cancer Institute
Expert in oncology and cancer management with extensive experience in clinical care and cancer research.
Irene Najjingo
Clinical Epidemiologist and PhD Research Fellow, Makerere Lung Institute
Specialist in epidemiology and public health research with a focus on respiratory diseases and cancer outcomes.
Eva Akurut
Biochemist and PhD Research Fellow, Makerere Lung Institute
Researcher in molecular biology and bioinformatics, contributing to innovative approaches in cancer research.
Moderator
Dr. Treasure Ibingira
General Surgeon and Research Fellow, Makerere Lung Institute
Registration
Participants are encouraged to register in advance to secure their place:
Registration Link: https://shorturl.at/EyGAQ
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
CPD points will be awarded to all registered medical practitioners who attend the webinar.
Organizers
The webinar is organized by The Lung Institute, Makerere University in collaboration with:
- Lung Consortium International (LCI)
- Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI)
- African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Data Intensive Sciences (ACE)
Why Attend?
- Learn about current trends in lung cancer screening and diagnosis.
- Gain insights into emerging vaccine therapies and innovative treatment approaches.
- Interact with leading experts in oncology, epidemiology, and biomedical research.
- Earn CPD points while expanding your professional knowledge.
Join us as we explore the future of lung cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment through science, innovation, and collaboration.