Mission & Vision
Mission
What we do and how we do it
The Society for Translational Oncology (STO), a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, advances global oncology and improves patient care by strengthening the translation of scientific discovery into clinical and public health practice. STO’s mission is to promote high-quality, equitable cancer care through rigorous education, implementation science, and collaborative global engagement. STO educates and supports the entire oncology care team, including physicians, researchers, nurses, pharmacists, and public health professionals, by providing evidence-based education and practical tools that enable the effective adoption of advances in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Through strategic guidance and global partnerships, STO works to harmonize research, policy, and practice to accelerate patient access to safe, effective, and life-saving cancer therapies worldwide.
Vision
The future we are working toward
A world where every person, regardless of geography or resources, benefits equitably from proven advances in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, and is supported by strong, evidence-driven health systems.
Values
What we believe and how we hold ourselves accountable
STO’s values define the beliefs that guide our decisions, partnerships, and conduct as an organization.
Scientific Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of scientific rigor, transparency, and evidence-based decision-making.
Equity
We believe equitable access to cancer prevention and care is a fundamental requirement and must be intentionally built into research, education, and implementation.
Accountability
We are accountable for advancing work that is responsible, ethical, and aligned with measurable improvements in patient and population health outcomes.
Global Collaboration
We prioritize partnership across disciplines and regions to advance sustainable, equitable cancer care through shared learning, coordinated action, and collective responsibility.
Education Framework
How STO advances learning and implementation through education
Guiding Principles for Public and Professional Education
All educational programs developed or delivered by the Society for Translational Oncology (STO) shall support STO’s mission and shall be educational in nature, not promotional. STO shall retain full and independent control over the development, selection, and presentation of all program content, ensuring that educational activities are objective, balanced, scientifically rigorous, and free from commercial influence. Faculty participating in STO educational programs shall be selected and/or approved by STO.
All programs shall comply with applicable Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations and with all existing STO policies, including, but not limited to, Advertising Guidelines, Privacy Policies, and Conflict of Interest Policies. Educational programs that are accredited shall be conducted in full compliance with the policies, standards, and requirements of the applicable accrediting body.
For our Continuing Medical Education (CME) mission, policies, and standards, click here.