04 February 2026
World Cancer Day: Together for survival with pancreatic cancer
Today, on Wednesday, February 4, World Cancer Day. It's a day when global attention is focused on the enormous impact cancer has on millions of lives. Every year there is a theme associated with World Cancer Day. This year, it's "United by Unique." Although the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer often sounds similar, the story of every patient, every neighbour and every investigator is unique.
At Support Casper we see that every day. From the resilience of patients and the grief of relatives to the tireless drive of our researchers in the lab. It is precisely these different perspectives that unite us in that one, great target: effective and affordable treatment for pancreatic cancer in 2030.
Customized research
The theme of World Cancer Day 2026 also reflects our scientific research: no tumour is the same. That is why we focus on innovative therapies such as dendritic cell therapy and neoantigen vaccines.
Customised therapy is the key to effective treatment of pancreatic cancer. Therefore, we focus on developing a treatment tailored to the unique characteristics of both the tumour and the patient.
− Drs. Songul Kucukcelebi
Together we make the difference
Today, we are calling not only for greater awareness of this devastating disease, but also for action. Pancreatic cancer remains one of the deadliest cancers, with 90% of patients dying within a year of diagnosis. This must change. Your support enables us to continue investing in pioneering research.
"We still have a way to go, but today's research results offer hope for tomorrow's treatment. We are on the right path!"
− Dr Nigel Kooreman
Let's join forces on World Cancer Day. For all the unique people we've lost, and for everyone who's fighting now.