In the field of cancer there are many challenges, e.g., tumor heterogeneity; investigation of new enzymes; the fight against contamination; tumor evolution; cancer progression; harmonization of data from electronic health records. The objective of this Focus Group is to discuss the common bioinformatics needs that Use Cases of working within the cancer field pose to the ELIXIR Nodes.

This staff exchange program aims at enhancing the collaboration of the Portuguese and Swiss Nodes to initiate collaborative training in data management and bioinformatics with Brazilian R&I organisations.