March 2026
Registration Open for the 5th Annual Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer Symposium
Join us for a full day of scientific sessions, patient-focused programming, and community.
Read More →About the Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer Center
The Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer Center at Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center is dedicated to the clinical care of individuals with Lynch syndrome, and to advancing education, outreach, and research related to this hereditary condition.
Through multidisciplinary collaboration across gastroenterology, oncology, genetics, and surgery, the Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer Center brings together clinicians and scientists committed to improving outcomes for patients and their families.
What We Do
Annual Symposium
A yearly convening of researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates focused on Lynch syndrome.
Explore the Symposium →Research
Funding investigator-initiated pilot studies and operating a portfolio of active clinical studies.
See Our Research →Education & Webinars
Accessible educational programming for patients, families, and the clinical community.
Browse Webinars →News & Updates
February 2026
2026 Borrelli Family Pilot Grant Awardees Announced
Three new investigator-initiated projects selected to advance Lynch syndrome science.
Read More →January 2026
New Clinical Study Now Enrolling
Patients and families may be eligible to participate in ongoing research at Penn Medicine.
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