World Economic Forum

Davos Cancer Panel Discussion

January 28, 2011
Davos, Switzerland

The Cancer Epidemic: Focused Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

What are the underlying causes of the cancer epidemic and how can they be addressed?

The following dimensions will be addressed:

  • Latest research and new treatments
  • Prevention through lifestyle and education
  • Access to medical care

Moderator:

Jeffrey M. Drazen, M.D.
Editor-in-Chief, New England Journal of Medicine

Panelists:

David Agus, MD
Professor of Medicine and Director, USC Center for Applied Molecular Medicine

Nagi F. Khouri, MD
Director, Division of Breast Imaging, The Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science

John Mendelsohn, MD
President, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Elisabet de los Pinos, PhD
CEO and Founder, Aura Biosciences

Peer M. Shatz
CEO, QIAGEN GmbH