PANAJI
The Asian Federation of Cytology Societies Conference recently held at the Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong, brought together 275 delegates from 28 countries and focussed on recent advances in cytology.
Sessions were conducted at the conference on artificial intelligence, machine learning, molecular biomarkers, genomics, and new research technologies.
Artificial intelligence and biomarkers are transforming cytopathology and international conferences such as the one held in Hong Kong, drive collaboration across continents. The advances promise faster, more accurate diagnoses and stronger global networks in cancer research.
Goa's Dr R G Wiseman Pinto, who heads the South Asian Academy of Cytopathology and Histopathology, chaired the conference and was also faculty, while Dr Gary Tse and Ms Vivian served as Organising Chairperson and Secretary.
Dr Syed Ali, Professor at Johns Hopkins Hospital and President of the International Academy of Cytology, coordinated the scientific program.
Six pathologists from India attended, including Dr Radhika S, Dr Parikdhaa Gupta, Dr Amit Adhya, Dr Reetu Kundu, and Dr Dilip Ramrakhiani apart from Dr Pinto.
Dr Pinto and Dr Radhika chaired the sessions.
Proffered e-posters added to the academic exchange with national cytology societies from Hong Kong, China, Russia, Azerbaijan, Turkey, Latin America, Europe, India, Pakistan, Taiwan, Japan, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Papanicolaou Society participating.
The conference reinforced global collaboration in cytopathology and the next conference is scheduled to be held in Japan in 2027.