The SIOG Nursing, Allied Health and Scientists (NAHS) Interest Group was established by SIOG members working in geriatric oncology across nursing, allied health, and scientific disciplines. It brings together professionals to collaborate, share challenges, and identify priorities in the care of older adults with cancer.

The group contributes to SIOG’s activities by supporting the development of educational content, identifying topics for future conferences, and strengthening the visibility of these disciplines within geriatric oncology.

Aligned with SIOG’s strategy, the NAHS Interest Group promotes excellence across education, clinical practice, communication, advocacy, and research. It also supports nursing, allied health, and scientific contributions within SIOG’s broader scientific and educational initiatives.

Conditions of eligibility

  • Nursing
  • Allied Health professionals (e.g. pharmacists, social workers, dieticians, physical therapists, psychologists)
  • Scientists

Get involved

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Membership benefits

  • Connect with a global network of nurses, allied health professionals, and scientists in geriatric oncology
  • Apply to become a speaker or panellist at the SIOG Annual Conference (with dedicated registration rates)
  • Be eligible for nomination for the SIOG NAHS Investigator Award
  • Contribute to SIOG Task Forces and the development of guidelines and educational resources
  • Engage with the community through social media channels
  • Share ideas, propose initiatives, and collaborate with international peers

Nursing Allied Health and Scientists Investigator Award

Established in 2014, the SIOG NAHS Award recognises outstanding contributions from nurses, allied health professionals, and scientists in geriatric oncology, based on the scientific merit of their work.

  • 2025 – Marielle Jensen-Battaglia, (USA)
  • 2024 – Kavita Kantilal (United Kingdom)
  • 2023 – Darren Walsh (Ireland)
  • 2022 – Joey Chien (Singapore)
  • 2021 – Sophie Pilleron (Luxembourg)
  • 2020 – No award
  • 2019 – Rei Ono (Japan)
  • 2018 – Grace Lu-Yao (USA)
  • 2017 – Ramona Moor (Belgium)
  • 2016 – Fay Strohschein (Canada)
  • 2015 – Doris van Abbema (Netherlands)
  • 2014 – Cindy Kenis (Belgium)

NAHS activities

The NAHS Interest Group organises activities that support knowledge exchange and collaboration, including monthly webinars and group projects such as literature reviews and survey-based studies.

Annual Conference

Annual Conference

Read about the NAHS activities during the Annual Conferences.

Publications

Publications

Read the latest articles published by the NAHS Interest Group.

Community Portal

Community Portal

The SIOG Community Portal is only accessible to SIOG members.

Forum

Forum

The NAHS organises regular forums and calls to discuss ongoing and upcoming projects. These are open to SIOG members only.