MASC Trials is Australia and New Zealand’s collaborative trials group specialising in global investigator-initiated melanoma and skin cancer research.
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From cutting-edge science to lived experience, the Melanoma and Skin Cancer Trials 2026 Scientific Meeting brings together researchers, clinicians, consumers and industry leaders to share the latest developments.
🔒Secure your place today. A registration link is in our bio.
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👏We're pleased to share that the Australasian Melanoma Conference 2026 is offering five Consumer Travel & Registration Bursaries for people with lived experience of melanoma or skin cancer.
📌Applications close Friday 9 October 2026.
Learn more via the link in our bio.
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“Consumer presentations and sharing lived experiences bring a layer of authenticity to clinical trials...”
A powerful reflection from Alison Button-Sloan, Chair of our Consumer Advisory Panel. Consumer voices will once again be at the heart of the 2026 Scientific Meeting.
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👋Meet the Convenor: Prof Mark Shackleton
Melanoma and Skin Cancer Trials Scientific Meeting 2026 | 19 November
Join us to hear the latest research, connect with experts, and help shape the future of melanoma and skin cancer research. 🔬
Register: melanoma2026.com/registratio…
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ACCN in Action | Adelaide
A great start to the ACCN Showcase today in Adelaide, celebrating 20 years of Australia's Cancer Cooperative Trials Groups and recognising the impact of the Support for Cancer Clinical Trials (SCCT) Program.
#ACCNinAction #ACCNShowcase #CancerResearch
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Today is Rare Cancer Awareness Day. Melanoma and Skin Cancer Trials are proud to support and represent those diagnosed with rare cancers, specifically Merkel Cell Carcinoma and Ocular Melanoma within our Consumer Advisory Panel.
💙 #AwareOfRare #RareCancerAwareness
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🎉 Huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined our workshop!
We were lucky to hear from 4 incredible presenters — consumers Alison & Michelle alongside clinicians Dr Ashray Gunjur & Dr Jenny Morris.
Such a powerful conversation 🙌
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💡 Are you a Primary Care Practitioner with an idea to advance equity in primary health care services?
The MRFF Primary Health Care Research Grant Opportunity may be for you.
MASC Trials can help — from concept to submission. ow.ly/anfz50Zg4LP
📧 grants@masc.org.au
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🔬 Is surgery always needed to treat skin cancer?
Surgery has long been the standard, but innovative, less invasive approaches are emerging.
📅 25 June 2026
👉 Register: ow.ly/iccs50ZftvK
📧 grants@masc.org.au
#SkinCancer #ClinicalTrials
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🔬 Could everyday foods enhance treatment success for melanoma?
Join us to hear Dr Ashray Gunjur share insights on how nutrition may complement current treatments.
📅 25 Jun 2026
👉 Register ow.ly/RMjh50ZcAc3
📧 grants@masc.org.au
#Melanoma #SkinCancer #ClinicalTrial
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Have a melanoma or skin cancer research idea? 🔬
Submit your concept to be developed at our MASC Trials workshop & receive expert feedback.
📅 25 June, 9am–1pm
👉 Register ow.ly/Nzta50Z6uE5
📧 Submit: grants@masc.org.au
#MelanomaResearch #SkinCancer #ClinicalTrials
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Vale Professor Richard Scolyer AO.
We’re deeply saddened by the loss of an extraordinary leader in melanoma research whose impact was felt worldwide. Read more about his legacy: melanoma.org.au/news/vale-ri…
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Have a melanoma or skin cancer research idea? 🔬
Submit your concept to be developed at our MASC Trials workshop & receive expert feedback.
📅 25 June, 9am – 1pm
👉 Register ow.ly/Nzta50Z6uE5
📧 Submit: grants@masc.org.au
#MelanomaResearch #SkinCancer #ClinicalTrials
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Have a melanoma or skin cancer research idea? 🔬
Submit your concept to be developed at our MASC Trials workshop & receive expert feedback.
📅 25 June, 9am – 1pm
👉 Register ow.ly/Nzta50Z6uE5
📧 Submit: grants@masc.org.au
#MelanomaResearch #SkinCancer #ClinicalTrials
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Registrations are now open! 2026 MASC Trials Scientific Meeting, Thursday 19 Nov.
An excellent opportunity to hear the latest discoveries in clinical trials from Australian melanoma and skin cancer experts.
Register here: melanoma2026.com/registratio…
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Stuck for research ideas?
Join our Concept Development Workshop to be inspired and help shape future melanoma & skin cancer research concepts.
👉 Register now - ow.ly/tfZM50Z4xxb
Questions? 📧 grants@masc.org.au
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Save the Date
Join us on Thursday 19 November (9am–5pm) at Sofitel Melbourne for the 2026 MASC Trials Scientific Meeting, a satellite meeting of the Australasian Melanoma Conference (19–21 Nov).
✅ Register now: melanoma2026.com/registratio…
#MASCTrials #Melanoma #ClinicalTrials
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Join MIA for an evidence-based session featuring global photoprotection expert Prof Henry Lim, chaired by Prof Pascale Guitera.
Event: Thursday 14 May | 5:30pm–6:30pm | Free
Wollstonecraft, NSW or Online | CPD Certificate of attendance (1 hour) provided
events.humanitix.com/photopr…
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Congratulations to Elsa Marquez on her promotion to Senior Clinical Data Manager! Since joining MASC Trials in 2024, Elsa has led data management across key studies and become a reliable, dedicated team member. We're excited for her continued impact in her new role!
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Strengthen your dermoscopy skills with Melanoma Institute Australia’s Hybrid GP Education Breakfast. Learn to diagnose acral & nodular melanoma.
21 Feb 2026
Online 9–11am AEDT / In person in Sydney or Wagga 8:30am–1pm
Free
Register: events.humanitix.com/hybrid-…
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