
About IBCN
The International Bladder Cancer Network (IBCN) is a global platform dedicated to advancing the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of bladder cancer through the use of biological markers. Originating from collaborative efforts within the U.S. National Cancer Institute and formalized after pivotal international workshops in the late 1990s, IBCN fosters worldwide collaboration through interactive meetings that drive innovation and progress in biomarker research.
Join us today and become a member of the global bladder cancer research community.
New!
IBCN Exchange Grant for Early-Career Investigators
The IBCN is proud to launch the Exchange Grant Program, supporting early-career researchers in bladder cancer through international short-term research exchanges.
Open to PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and junior faculty, this program offers up to €5,000 and costs for travel in funding to facilitate 2-week to 2-month collaborative visits to IBCN-affiliated research labs around the world.
The Exchange Grant fosters scientific skill-building, international collaboration, and the sharing of novel techniques to advance bladder cancer research.
Open to PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and junior faculty, this program offers up to €5,000 and costs for travel in funding to facilitate 2-week to 2-month collaborative visits to IBCN-affiliated research labs around the world.
The Exchange Grant fosters scientific skill-building, international collaboration, and the sharing of novel techniques to advance bladder cancer research.
Upcoming Events

IBCN Annual Meeting
October 9 – 11 2025
This year’s meeting will be held October 9-11 in Munich, Germany. We are grateful for the hard work of former IBCN president and local host, Roman Nawroth.

