It is time to Move for BIG research!



Goal?  Reach 21km When? From 24 June till 31 July Where? Wherever you like Why 21km? 21km = 28.800 steps.



28.000, is also the amount of euros needed for one woman or man to participate in BIG's Metastatic Breast Cancer GPS programme (scientific name:

AURORA) for up to 10 years. The BIG Metastatic Breast Cancer GPS study aims to map the path taken by cancer cells to better understand this disease.

In taking on this challenge, you're supporting women and men with metastatic breast cancer.





If you only wish to support you can also do it by supporting a challenge taker!

21km = 28.800 steps. 28.000, is also the amount of euros needed for one woman or man to participate in BIG's Metastatic Breast Cancer GPS programme (scientific name: AURORA) for up to 10 years. 

The BIG Metastatic Breast Cancer GPS study aims to map the path taken by cancer cells to better understand this disease.

In taking on this challenge, you're supporting women and men with metastatic breast cancer. 







A digital community



You will participate in the Virtual Race on the atlasGO app. You will be able to track your activities, post sweaty selfies and share virtual high-fives with the community. 

Do you want to become a Sponsor of our virtual challenge or donate some prizes? Reach out to us!

About one in three or four breast cancers will develop metastases, which means that the disease will spread to other organs and parts of the body. This advanced form of the disease, is more difficult to treat and remains incurable.

Like a navigation device tracing the route to be followed, “The BIG metastatic breast cancer GPS” aims to map the path taken by cancer cells by analysing their abnormalities in a wide range of genes and at different time-points during the evolution of the disease.

If we can anticipate the paths taken, we will one day be able to block the progression of cancer cells, to delay the metastatic process and possibly stop it completely. 



This study is expected to reach its initial recruitment goal of 1.000 women and men in the coming months. However, because of the great interest from around the globe in its very rich and unique data, BIG plans to extend the study to recruit an additional 1000 women and men, if enough funding can be secured. More than ever, we need your support.





BIG against breast cancer is the philanthropy department of Breast International Group, an international not-for-profit organisation for academic breast cancer research groups from around the world. BIG’s mission is to facilitate and accelerate breast cancer research internationally.



Linked to about 55 research groups, over 3.000 hospitals and 10.000 breast cancer experts across 6 continents, BIG is the largest international network dedicated solely to breast cancer.

We collaborate with one same ambition: find a cure for breast cancer!

Who can participate?

Everyone is invited to join the challenge. The more the merrier. Please share with your friends, family and colleagues.



How can I post a photo on the feed?

After submitting your activity on the GO screen, click on the share button. You will be able to either take a picture or choose one from your library. You can also add a comment if you like and share your picture on other social media channels outside of atlasGO. As soon as you have shared your photo it will appear on the feed.

How can I talk to my teammates?

Click on the bottom navigation bar on the ‘team’ button. It is the icon that looks like a heart. That’s your team chat. You can write in there to communicate with your teammates. If you would like to disable notifications for the team chat you can edit by clicking on the three little dots next to the team icon. 



How can I find and follow a friend? 

The easiest way to find and follow a friend is to use the search function on top of the feed. You can also click on their profile on the feed above each post or while visiting the leaderboard to give your friend a follow. On the leaderboards, check out the “Following” leaderboard to see how you are doing compared to your peers.

How can I see my activities and previous shares?

On the bottom of the navigation bar, click on your profile (button on the right). To make any edits to your profile name or add a photo click on the three little dots at the top right of your screen. You will also find your stats, activities and shares on the profile page. 



Can I use the App abroad?

Yes you can but please be aware that our GPS tracking requires you to have an internet connection at the end of a fitness session so consider potential roaming costs whilst tracking your activity.



Which software does the app require?

Please update the app to the latest iOS or Android version to make sure it runs smoothly.



Whom can I contact if I have difficulties downloading or using the app

If this FAQ section does not answer your question or technical issue contact us on support@atlasgo.org and we will try to help you as soon as possible!