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OPPORTUNITIESLICENSING

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Licensing Opportunities: Table Of Contents

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What is ASCO Direct™ Wrap-Up?

Onsite event occurring at the end of ASCO Meeting

Conducted in the native languageRecap of the science presented for attendees at the US meeting

The chapter textin the upper leftcorner is a link tothe first page ineach chapter

Use the left andright arrow buttonsto move forward or back, or swipe the page on a mobile device

Use the buttons in the bottom left corner to go to the Contents page, Help, and About ASCO

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Licensing Standards

As the world’s leading professional organization for physicians and others engaged in clinical cancer research and cancer patient care, ASCO publishes and presents a wide range of oncologist-approved cancer information, educational and practice tools, and other unique content. The ASCO trademarks are among the most highly respected trademarks in the field of cancer research, oncology education, patient information, and quality care. As a result, ASCO has adopted a set of standards for licensing its content: https://www.asco.org/sites/new-www.asco.org/files/ content-files/2018-Licensing-Opportunities-10-11-17.pdf

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ASCO Direct™

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What Is ASCO Direct™ Live?

Local event occurring simultaneously with an ASCO meeting or symposium

Official ASCO-brand-ed event featuring Meeting Videos, discussions, & live link-up to the US meeting

Held locally, over 1-3 days

ASCO-approved Local Program Committee selects the content

Single topic/tumor type (track) or multiple tracks possible

For questions please contact [email protected]

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ASCO Direct™ Live

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What Is ASCO Direct™ Highlights?

Post-meeting event featuring summaries of science from one or more meetings

Designed to relate to a local audience the latest information presented at the Annual Meeting and/or thematic symposia

Features the actual slide presentations and allows local colleagues to discuss the significance to their practice.

Up-to-date information vital to the multidisciplinary approach to cancer management

For questions please contact [email protected]

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ASCO Direct™ Highlights

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What Is ASCO Direct™ On Demand?

Timely video summaries of selected science from ASCO meetings available online

An enduring series of web-casts presented by local physicians in local lan-guage providing highlights of the science presented

Content is selected by an editorial committee of oncologists led by an ASCO-approved editor

Within 24 hours of the original presentation, the webcasts are posted on Licensee’s access-controlled website accompanied by downloadable summary slides in local language

For questions please contact [email protected]

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ASCO Direct™ On Demand

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ASCO Direct.org

For questions please contact [email protected]

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What Is ASCO Direct™ Webinar?

Interactive online event featuring summaries of science from an ASCO Meeting presented by local or international experts, with Q&A opportunity

Allows healthcare professionals to view live presentations by local experts, ask questions, and interact with their colleagues without traveling

Content is selected by an editorial committee of oncologists led by an ASCO-approved editor. Presentations consist of a combination of KOL-cre-ated slides and slides from the original presenter

For questions please contact [email protected]

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ASCO Direct™ Webinar

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What Is ASCO Direct™ Wrap-Up?

Onsite event occurring at the end of ASCO Meeting

Conducted in the native language

For questions please contact [email protected]

Recap of the science presented for attendees at the US meeting

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What Is ASCO Direct™ Digest?

Onsite event at an ASCO Meeting for attendees from a country or region

Panel discussions of posters and presentations from authors or presenters from particular geographic area

Option to capture session and make available online

For questions please contact [email protected]

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Officially Licensed Best of ASCO®

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What Is Best of ASCO®?

50+ of the best abstracts selected by ASCO from the Annual Meeting

Provides a unique, branded forum for the presentation and discussion of the prac-tice-changing science and educational high-lights from the ASCO Annual Meeting

Original slides from the Annual Meeting presentations that correspond to the abstracts selected (to the extent that permission is grant-ed from the original presenter)

Use of the Best of ASCO® name and logo

Marketing assistance provided by ASCO

Please contact [email protected] for eligibility requirements, proposal guidelines, additional information, or to submit your completed application. Applications for 2018 will be accepted between June 27 and September 16. View more information on the Best of ASCO Meetings

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Sample Event Materials

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Best of ASCO® Locations

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ASCO Meeting Library

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Video presentations recorded onsite at the US meeting + poster images

More than 25,000 oral presentations and posters

Meeting Videos

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Meeting Videos

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Meeting Videos: Ways to License

1. Bulk access codes for viewing on ASCO Meeting Library site

2. Institutional access by IP address

3. Custom collections of selected videos or disease track or complete Library of videos for placement and use outside the Meeting Library site

For questions please contact [email protected]

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Presentation slide sets from ASCO meetings and symposia

High-resolution slides used by the presenters

Meeting Slides

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Meeting Slides

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Meeting Slides: Ways to License

1. Bulk access codes for viewing on ASCO Meeting Library site

2. Institutional access by IP address

3. Selected slides or slide sets reproduced in various electronic or print formats, translated or in English

4. Custom collections of selected slides or slide sets or complete Library of Meeting Slides for placement and use outside the ASCO Meeting Library site

For questions please contact [email protected]

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Abstracts

Published as a supplement to JCO

All abstracts accepted for an ASCO meeting or symposium

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Abstracts: Ways to License

1. Reprint selected articles germane to a therapeutic area2. Create custom collections in a print or digital medium3. Combine with Meeting Videos and/or Slides

For questions please contact [email protected]

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Annual Meeting Educational Book

Compilation of articles written by the faculty of Annual Meeting Education Sessions discussing current and past research

Designed to advance the education of physicians and other healthcare professionals

Each article reviewed by expert panel for its clini-cal relevance, educational value, accuracy, and completeness

Contains up-to-date information vital to the multidisciplinary approach to cancer management

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Educational Book: Ways to License

1. Reprint selected articles germane to a therapeutic area 2. Create custom collections in a print or digital medium 3. Combine with Meeting Videos and/or Slides

For questions please contact [email protected]

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Posters

Image of each poster displayed at the meeting or symposium

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Posters: Ways to License

1. Reprints with or without commentaries 2. Post on a website with access control

For questions please contact [email protected]

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2018 Meetings

MEETING DATES AND LOCATION

Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposiumhttp://gicasym.org/ January 18-20, San Francisco, CA

ASCO-SITC Clinical Immuno-OncologySymposiumhttps://immunosym.org/

January 25-27, San Francisco, CA

Genitourinary Cancers Symposiumhttps://gucasym.org/

February 8-10, San Francisco, CA

Cancer Survivorship Symposiumhttp://survivorsym.org/

February 16-17, Orlando, FL

ASCO Annual Meetinghttps://am.asco.org/ June 1-5, Chicago, IL

Best of ASCO West July 13-14, San Diego, CA

Best of ASCO East August 3-4, Washington, DC

Best of ASCO Central August 10-11, Chicago, IL

ASCO Oncology Practice Conference /Quality Care Symposiumhttps://opc.asco.org/

September 27, Phoenix, AZ

ASCO Quality Care Symposiumhttps://quality.asco.org/ September 28-29, Phoenix, AZ

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Conference Reports

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ASCO Daily News is available each day of the Annual Meeting as a service to all attendees. The Registration, or Friday, edition focuses on Meeting resources/tools and navigation. The Saturday, Sunday, and Monday editions contain four sections (Section A, Section B, Section C, Section D) consisting of live coverage (A), Expert Editorials (B/C), Education Session previews (B) and the daily program/newly released abstracts (D). An additional issue, the Wrap-up Issue, contains Section A content and physician commentary. The Wrap-up is mailed to attendees after the conclusion of the Annual Meeting. The product homepage is http://am.asco.org/daily-news.

ASCO Daily News

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ASCO Daily News: Ways to License

The Licensed Digital Edition is an online web version and/or digital e-print (newsletter) version of ASCO Daily News to be provided to recipients in territory in local language or English. The licensed version will be created by Licensee within 24 hours of each ASCO Daily News issue published and distributed at the Annual Meeting.

For questions please contact [email protected]

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Peer-reviewed Conference Reports

Selected content from ASCO Daily News prepared for a local audience .If applicable, coverage of relevant sessions to a specific geographic area, not featured in ASCO Daily News, will be added.

Peer-reviewed Available in print and/or digitally

For questions please contact [email protected]

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For questions please contact [email protected]

Customized content collections on ASCO-branded and unbranded portals.

Provides HCPs with access to cutting-edge content to address local educational needs

Focus on a specific range of oncology topics, such as rare tumor types or the latest advances per specialty

Keeps HCPs up-to-date on rapidly evolving research

Licensing Opportunities:

Custom Collections—ASCO collections are tailored to provide HCPs with educational access to the most relevant and engaging oncology materials according to sponsor selected topics.

Educational Portals

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Educational Portals

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Institutional Subscriptions to ASCO Meeting Library

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It includes access to Meeting Videos and Slides for ALL Meetings.

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ASCO Meeting Videos and Slides

Subscription by IP address for use by all staff in the organization

ASCO Meeting Videos

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USA, Canada, and Europe -Multi-site Licenses and ConsortiaDavid Charles, eLicensingE-mail: [email protected]/ Fax: +33-1-39-12-29-2992 Avenue du General de Gaulle78600 Maisons-Laffitte, France

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For further information regarding IP access to ASCO Meeting Library, please contact our sales representative in your region.

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Patient Education

ASCO patient website, Cancer.Net™.The award-winning patient website was designed over a decade ago to provide patients, their families, and friends with timely, oncologist-vetted information. Cancer.Net™ continues to lead the way in content, design, and interactivity. Its original—and standing—goal is to provide oncologists with a reliable, trustworthy, website that they can recommend to their patients.

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Comprehensive oncologist-approved guides contain trusted information about diagnosis treatment, effects, and also allow patients to record the specifics of their individual diagnosis and treatment plan. Available Guides: Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lung Cancer and Prostate Cancer.

Breast CancerTrusted Information to Help Manage Your Care from

the American Society of Clinical Oncology

Prostate CancerTrusted Information to Help Manage Your Care from

the American Society of Clinical Oncology

Small Cell Lung CancerTrusted Information to Help Manage Your Care from the American Society of Clinical Oncology

Non-Small Cell Lung CancerTrusted Information to Help Manage Your Care from

the American Society of Clinical Oncology

Colorectal CancerTrusted Information to Help Manage Your Care from

the American Society of Clinical Oncology

Guides to Cancer

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Oncologist-approved cancer fact sheets are easy for the patient to understand and are available in a wide range of topics that cover specific cancer types, treatments, side effects and childhood cancers. Fact sheet contents include: information about treatments, identification of potential side effects, questions to ask the physician, and key terminology.

ASCO ANSWERS is a collection of oncologist-approved patient education materials developed by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) for people with cancer and their caregivers.

What is immunotherapy?Immunotherapy is a treatment designed to boost

the body’s natural defenses to fight cancer. It uses materials made by the body or in a laboratory to

boost, target, or restore a person’s immune system. The immune system is a network of cells, tissues, and

organs that work together to protect the body from infection.

Certain types of immunotherapy attack cancer or slow its spread to other parts of the body. Others make it easier for the immune system to destroy cancer cells. Your doctor may recommend immunotherapy after or at the same time as another treatment, such as chemotherapy. Or immunotherapy may be used by itself.

What are the types of immunotherapy?There are several types of immunotherapy, including monoclonal antibodies, cancer vaccines, oncolytic virus therapy, T-cell therapy, and non-specific immunotherapies. Monoclonal antibodies act like the antibodies your body produces naturally to fight harmful substances. They’re designed to target a specific protein in the cancer cells. Most of the new immunotherapies are monoclonal antibodies. These may also be called checkpoint inhibitors. Checkpoint inhibitors are a specific type of cancer drug that allows the immune system to destroy cancer cells. Other types of immunotherapy may deliver small radiation doses or other cancer drugs to the cancer cell. Cancer vaccines that treat cancer are still uncommon, but many are being studied in clinical trials. A cancer vaccine is a method of exposing the immune system to an antigen. A vaccine exposes the immune system to an antigen. This triggers the immune system to recognize and destroy that antigen or related materials. Examples of non-specific immunotherapies include interferons and interleukins.

What are the side effects of immunotherapy?Different immunotherapies cause different side effects. Each person’s experience depends on the cancer’s type and location, treatment dose, and overall health. Preventing and controlling side effects is a major focus of your health care team. Talk with them about any side effects you experience. Side effects from monoclonal antibody treatment can include rashes; low blood pressure; and flu-like symptoms, such as fever, chills, headache, weakness, and vomiting. Non-specific immunotherapies can also cause flu-like symptoms, as well as an increased risk of infection, rashes, and thinning hair. Most side effects go away after treatment, although some long-term side effects may occur months or even years after treatment. Learn more about managing side effects at www.cancer.net/sideeffects.

Understanding Immunotherapy

ASCO ANSWERS is a collection of oncologist-approved patient education materials developed by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) for people with cancer and their caregivers.

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What is colorectal cancer?Colorectal cancer is a disease in which healthy

cells in the lining of the colon or rectum change and grow out of control. This cell growth can form a

noncancerous polyp that could become a cancerous tumor. Most colon and rectal cancers are a type of

tumor called adenocarcinoma. Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common type of cancer diagnosed in

the United States.

What is the function of the colon and rectum?The colon and rectum make up the large intestine, which plays an important role in the body’s ability to process waste. The large intestine turns food digested by the stomach and small intestine into fecal waste, or stool, that leaves the body through the anus.

What does stage mean?The stage is a way of describing where the cancer is located, if or where it has spread, and whether it is affecting other parts of the body. There are 5 stages for colorectal cancer: stage 0 (zero) and stages I through IV (1 though 4). Find more descriptions and illustrations of these stages at www.cancer.net/colorectal.

How is colorectal cancer treated?The treatment of colorectal cancer depends on the location and extent of the tumor, whether the cancer has spread, and the person’s overall health. For cancers that start in the colon, surgery is typically the first treatment. For cancers that start in the rectum (the last 4 to 5 inches of the large intestine), surgery may be the first treatment or chemotherapy and/or radiation may be given before surgery. Additional treatment may be given to lower the risk of the cancer returning or to treat cancer that has spread. This may include radiation therapy and chemotherapy. If the cancer has spread outside the colon and rectum, then chemotherapy or targeted therapy will be used. Occasionally, surgery may also be used to remove cancer that has spread past the colon and rectum. When making treatment decisions, people may also consider a clinical trial; talk with your doctor about all treatment options. The side effects of colorectal cancer treatment can often be prevented or managed with the help of your health care team. This is called palliative care and is an important part of the overall treatment plan.

How can I cope with colorectal cancer?Absorbing the news of a cancer diagnosis and communicating with your health care team are key parts of the coping process. Seeking support, organizing your health information, making sure all of your questions are answered, and participating in the decision-making process are other steps. Talk with your health care team about any concerns. Understanding your emotions and those of people close to you can be helpful in managing the diagnosis, treatment, and healing process.

Colorectal Cancer

ASCO ANSWERS is a collection of oncologist-approved patient education materials developed by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) for people with cancer and their caregivers.

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What is lung cancer?Lung cancer begins when cells in the lung grow out

of control and form a mass called a tumor, lesion, or nodule. There are 2 major types of lung cancer:

non-small cell and small cell. They are usually treated in different ways. Lung cancer is the second most

common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States.

What is the function of the lungs?The lungs are made up of 5 lobes, 3 in the right lung and 2 in the left lung. As a person inhales, the lungs absorb oxygen from the air, which is delivered to the rest of the body through the bloodstream. When the body uses the oxygen, carbon dioxide is created. It is carried back to the lungs though the bloodstream and released when a person exhales.

What does stage mean?The stage is a way of describing where the cancer is located, if or where it has spread, and whether it is affecting other parts of the body. There are 5 stages for lung cancer: stage 0 (zero) and stages I through IV (one through four). Small cell lung cancer is primarily classified as either limited stage or extensive stage depending on where it has grown and spread. Find more descriptions and illustrations of these stages at www.cancer.net/nsclc and www.cancer.net/sclc.

How is lung cancer treated?The treatment options for lung cancer depend on the size and location of the tumor, the type of lung cancer, whether the cancer has spread, and the person’s overall health. The basic options for treating lung cancer are surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Non-small cell lung cancer is often treated with a combination of these approaches. The goal of surgery is to completely remove the lung tumor with a surrounding border of healthy tissue, called a margin, and nearby lymph nodes. Small cell lung cancer is often treated with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. When making treatment decisions, people may also consider a clinical trial; talk with your doctor about all treatment options. The side effects of lung cancer treatment can often be prevented or managed with the help of your health care team. This is called palliative care and is an important part of the overall treatment plan.

How can I cope with lung cancer?Absorbing the news of a cancer diagnosis and communicating with your doctor are key parts of the coping process. Seeking support, organizing your health information, making sure all of your questions are answered, and participating in the decision-making process are other steps. Talk with your health care team about any concerns. Understanding your emotions and those of people close to you

can be helpful in managing the diagnosis, treatment, and healing process. Because lung cancer is often associated with smoking, patients may feel that they will not receive as much support or help from the people around them. However, lung cancer can affect

anyone. Although a lung cancer diagnosis is serious, patients can be hopeful that their doctors can offer them effective treatment.

Lung Cancer

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