IASLC Academy

The IASLC Academy is a prestigious program geared toward early-career physicians worldwide who aspire to pursue academic careers in thoracic oncology.
IASLC Academy
IASLC Academy

The Academy mentors are seasoned professionals who offer guidance and assistance to mentees undertaking research projects within diverse realms of medical and radiation oncology, pathology, and thoracic surgery. Through their extensive experience, mentors serve as invaluable resources, imparting knowledge and expertise to early career professionals. They facilitate the development of essential skills such as communication, presentation abilities, grant writing, and navigating the complexities of funding. Additionally, mentors help mentees tackle global challenges by fostering problem-solving abilities tailored to the unique landscape of their respective fields. In essence, these mentors play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of professionals, equipping them with the tools and insights necessary for success in their careers.

Participants in the program work directly with the mentors to complete a project and explore topics related to their specific career development as well as research opportunities. The program kicks off with seven virtual sessions held throughout the year and culminates in an in-person workshop at WCLC, with potential support for travel expenses and conference registration.

The applications for 2024 are now closed. 
Applications for 2025 will open in the Fall of 2024.

2024 Academy Mentors

2024 Academy Mentors

Past IASLC Academy Mentors

  • Frederico Cappuzzo
  • Marina Chiara Garassino
  • Pilar Garrido
  • Matthew Hatton
  • Alona Zer Kuc
  • Rami Manochakian
  • Amy Moore
  • Jyoti Patel
  • Luis Paz Ares
  • Christian Rolfo
  • Luis Raez
  • Daniel Tan Shao Weng
  • Anne Tsao
  • Howard (Jack) West
  • Toni Wozniak
  • Joachim Aerts
  • Mehmet Altan
  • Luis Paz Ares
  • Frederico Cappuzzo
  • Marina Chiara Garassino
  • Pilar Garrido
  • Alona Zer Kuc
  • Natasha Leighl 
  • Rami Manochakian
  • Tony Mok
  • Amy Moore
  • Jyoti Patel 
  • Christian Rolfo
  • Anne Tsao 
  • Heather Wakelee
  • Daniel Tan Shao Weng
  • Jack West

2024 Academy Mentees

2024 Academy Mentees

Past IASLC Academy Mentees

  • Marina Baine
  • Mariana Brandao
  • Ferdinando Cerciello
  • Francesco Cortiula
  • Alessandro Di Federico
  • Kathryn Engelhardt
  • Marjolein Heuvelmans
  • Melinda Hsu
  • Yiqing Huang
  • Aditya Juloori
  • Yeon Wook Kim
  • Alessandro Leonetti
  • Melina Marmarelis
  • Vanessa Menezes
  • Shrinidhi Nathany
  • Federica Pecci
  • Pedro Rocha
  • Khvaramze Shaverdashvili
  • Misty Shields
  • Nathan Yu
  • Mihaela Aldea
  • Carlos Cabrera
  • Nicole Carriel
  • Guilherme Harada
  • Brian S Henick
  • Hashim Ismail
  • Keigo Kobayashi
  • Konstantinos Leventakos
  • Joseph Murray
  • Coral Olazagasti 
  • Giovanni Rossi 
  • Stephanie Saw Pei Li
  • Ilit Turgeman
  • Barliz Waissengrin