Adore Community

Amsterdam is home to a dynamic community of over 2,000 researchers specializing in neurology and oncology, making it the largest neuro-oncology research hub worldwide. Adore collaborates closely with leading institutions across the campus, including O|2, Amsterdam UMC, the Imaging Center, MATRIX Innovation Center, and the VU Research Facility, fostering an environment of cutting-edge interdisciplinary research.

While the majority of our affiliates are based in Amsterdam, Adore welcomes researchers from across the Netherlands and beyond. By expanding our community, we aim to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, attract top talent, and drive innovative breakthroughs. As a member of Adore, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the research community, provide valuable insights, and grow alongside the initiative.

Our community has three core values

Collaborating on groundbreaking onco-neuro research
Sharing knowledge and building connections
Supporting talent and growth

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Pre-opening event RDC Adore

1st Adore Symposium

1st Adore Symposim

1st Adore Symposium

Photographer: Mark van den Brink

Events and Activities

Below we showcase both internal and external events designed to support researchers at all career stages, from junior to senior.

Through seminars, workshops, symposia, and social gatherings, these events foster collaboration, spark interdisciplinary dialogue, and drive innovation to improve patient outcomes.

Explore the listings below to find your next opportunity for connection and discovery. If you would like to propose an event, please contact us at sbox.adore@amsterdamumc.nl.

Stay connected and join our upcoming community events.

04 juni 2026

Community event: Mistake on a Mission

Invitation: Mistake on a Mission Mistakes in research? We all make them. We just do not talk about them. So… let’s change that. We are bringing together the Adore community […]

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15 juni 2026

“How to efficiently plan and write successful grants”: Grant Writing Course by Research Support

Date, Time and Location: 15th June, 9am-5pm , AMC (Costerzaal) Registration link here Content This grant-writing course is designed to equip you with the essential skills to craft well-structured, clear, concise, and […]

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25 augustus 2026

The Brain Conference on CANCER NEUROSCIENCE

Attendance type(s): In Person FENS members will benefit from preferential rates Event Dates: 25-28 Aug 2026 Early registration and stipend applications deadline: 2 March 2026 Regular registration and abstract submission deadline (no further stipend […]

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Our Community in Action

The GEN-BioDORA project was launched in 2024 with the goal of establishing a central biobank for the secure, centralized, and digital storage of genetic material. The GEN-BioDORA biobank provides a rich source of high-quality data for researchers across multiple disciplines. By combining genetic information from diverse patient groups and diseases, it offers a solid foundation for interdisciplinary collaboration within the ADORE initiative, where cancer researchers and neuroscientists work together. By integrating expertise from different fields, researchers gain deeper insights into the genetic basis of neurological disorders and can develop personalized treatment strategies for cancer patients. Dr. Lansbergen attended the EACR Cancer Neuroscience Conference in Bilbao to present the project’s objectives and key deliverables.