16 May Christophe Grosset and the MIRCADE Team (Team 06) on the Move Against Pediatric Cancers

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On Saturday, May 17, 2025, during the South Gironde Hiking Fair in Noaillan, Christophe Grosset, head of the MIRCADE team (Team 6 of the BRIC), took part in the 2025 edition of the Balades Solidaires (Solidarity Walks), in partnership with the Groupama Foundation 33.
The goal: to raise public awareness about childhood cancer and to collect funds to support the research led by his team, which is specialized in developing new therapies to treat pediatric cancers.
This solidarity walk was part of a larger event: a unique fair in Nouvelle-Aquitaine bringing together hiking clubs, institutions, and committed partners. The Balades Solidaires are organized by the Groupama Foundation and Groupama Centre-Atlantique, who also provide financial support for research projects related to rare diseases — a category that includes childhood cancers. The French Hiking Federation (FFR) designed the routes to ensure walkers could enjoy their experience safely.

A Researcher… in the Great Outdoors

During the walk, participants had the chance to talk with Christophe Grosset, who shared the meaning behind his scientific and human commitment. It was a special opportunity for the general public to connect with a research figure around a cause that can affect any family.

This event is part of a series in which the researcher is actively involved:

  • May 18 – Châtelaillon (17): Solidarity walk in Charente-Maritime (Groupama 17)
  • June 7 & 8 – Usson du Poitou (86): Solidarity walk in Vienne (Groupama 86)
  • June 14 & 15 – Antonne-et-Trigonant (24): Solidarity walk in Dordogne, alongside Pauline Trousselier, PhD student in the MIRCADE team
  • Possibly in Angers – June 18 or 19: for the 25th anniversary of the Groupama Foundation

Research in Motion

By participating in these walks, members of the MIRCADE team send a powerful message: research needs to be supported, visible, accessible, and shared. In a context where childhood cancers remain rare but funding needs are high, this kind of mobilization is especially meaningful.

A heartfelt thank you to the Groupama Federation and Groupama Centre-Atlantique, who have supported the MIRCADE team for 10 years — without their commitment, several research projects would never have seen the light of day or resulted in major advances in pediatric oncology.