As part of Alexandria University’s commitment to supporting scientific research and promoting health awareness, and under the patronage of Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of the University, the High Institute of Public Health organized a scientific seminar entitled “Immunity and Cancer: A Bidirectional Interaction.” The event was held under the supervision of Prof. Heba El-Qady, Dean of the High Institute of Public Health, and Prof. Zeinab Sheta, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, with the participation of the Medical Research Institute and in collaboration with the Egyptian Association for Cancer Research, reflecting the integration of academic and research institutions to support prevention and treatment efforts.

The seminar brought together a distinguished group of public health and medical experts. Scientific sessions addressed the rising incidence of cancer at both local and regional levels, highlighting key risk factors and prevention strategies, as well as the health risks associated with exposure to harmful chemicals.

The seminar also emphasized the importance of adopting a healthy diet and reducing harmful cooking practices that may lead to the formation of carcinogenic substances, while reinforcing the role of health awareness in disease prevention.

A specialized session focused on cancer immunotherapy, presenting its latest applications in the treatment of breast cancer, along with a review of national efforts to improve patient access to such advanced therapies.

Additionally, several research topics in oncology and prevention were discussed, including the impact of food contaminants and recent trends in liver cancer, particularly those associated with fatty liver disease, which require advanced diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

The seminar also explored the use of modern biological models, such as Drosophila, in biomedical research and their role in accelerating drug discovery, in addition to presenting the latest research trends in the development of immunotherapy approaches.

The event concluded with valuable contributions from physicians and researchers, supporting knowledge exchange and keeping pace with scientific advancements in cancer research and treatment.