Application Deadline
15 March and 15 October of each year
Notification of results
June and January
Target candidates
Investigators, clinicians, epidemiologists, public health professionals
Duration
3 months
Extension
Up to 3 months with funding secured by the fellow from other sources and at no cost to the UICC
Available
10-12 per year
Value
US$ 10,000 each
Application closing dates
15 March and 15 October of each year
Notification of result
June and January
Objectives
- To initiate, set up or pursue bilateral cancer research projects with collaborating investigators abroad
- To exchange and exploit complementary skills and material.
- To receive training in advanced experimental research methods and techniques
Eligibility
- Possess appropriate scientific or medical qualifications and a minimum of two years postdoctoral experience
- Actively engaged in cancer research
- Have recent publications in the international peer-reviewed literature
Research plan
- Basic, translational or applied cancer research
- Prevention-oriented projects are especially encouraged
