Venue
NCI Shady Grove is located at 9609 Medical Center Drive, Rockville, MD 20850. View the location on Google Maps.
The workshop will be held in the Joseph F. Fraumeni Conference Room (TE-406/408/410).
This location is easily accessible by car and public transportation. Refer to the Hotel & Travel page for additional details.

Security and Visitor Policies
Please allow extra time to get through the security check point. IDs are required, and bags will be scanned.
NCI Visitor ID Requirements
One form of government-issued, unexpired photo identification is required. Identification must be compliant with the Congressionally mandated REAL ID Act of 2005.
Approved forms of ID to enter NIH facilities include:
- REAL ID State Driver’s License or Identification Card
- U.S. Government Common Access Card, Military Identification Card, or Personal Identification Verification Card
- U.S. Passport or Passport Card
- USCIS Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
- Foreign Passport
- Permanent Resident Card or Alien Registration Receipt Card
- Native American Tribal Document
- U.S. Border Crossing Card
For additional information: visit.nih.gov
Special Requirement for Non-U.S. Visitors
Visitors who are not NIH badge-holders, U.S. citizens, or U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (green card holders) must provide additional information before visiting NCI Shady Grove Campus.
After registering for the event, you will receive an email with instructions on how to submit the required documentation. You will be asked to submit your information and upload a copy of your foreign passport and visa (if applicable) as soon as possible. This will initiate a background check process that will be conducted 60 days before your visit. Please note that failure to submit the required information at least 30 days before your scheduled arrival may result in denial of entry to NCI Shady Grove Campus. We recommend NOT making any non-refundable travel arrangements until access is approved.
Dining Options
On the NCI Shady Grove Campus
- NCI cafeteria (terrace level; limited hours)
- NCI self-service snack shop (entrance level; open throughout the day)
Within Walking Distance
- Subway
- Passion Bakery Café
- Thai Cottage Bistro
Within a Short Drive