American Society of Clinical Oncology

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The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is a nonprofit professional organization founded in 1964 and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, United States. It represents nearly 45,000 oncology professionals and focuses on advancing cancer research, education, and the delivery of high-quality, equitable patient care. ASCO organizes the annual ASCO meeting, where clinical trial results are presented, and publishes journals including the Journal of Clinical Oncology. It operates as a 501(c)(3) charitable, educational, and scientific entity with an affiliate foundation supporting related initiatives.

Latest news on ASCO

17 June 2026
Genentech seeks FDA approval for Lunsumio VELO plus Polivy in relapsed/refractory LBCL

sBLA accepted for subcutaneous bispecific + ADC combo in relapsed/refractory large B‑cell lymphoma; FDA decision expected Feb 9, 2027.

1 June 2026
Amgen: EC approves IMDYLLTRA (tarlatamab) for ES‑SCLC after platinum therapy

EU marketing authorisation for tarlatamab as monotherapy for extensive‑stage small cell lung cancer after progression on platinum‑based chemo; Phase 3 showed survival gain.