Please note that applications are now closed following the application deadline. Applicants can expect to hear the result of evaluation by 23 October 2023.

Researchers attend conferences, courses and workshops to build their knowledge, gain new skills and share their findings, but obtaining funding to attend events can be very difficult, especially for researchers based in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC). That's why we are trialling a new programme to offer EACR Researcher Development Grants.

We are awarding these grants to help EACR members based in countries with a low- or middle-income economy who need financial assistance to attend a workshop, course or conference that will support their career development and research advancement. EACR Researcher Development Grants can be used to attend EACR conferences as well as courses, workshops and conferences offered by other organisations.

Applications open: until 23:59 CEST on 20 September 2023 or earlier if the maximum number of applications is received.

For events taking place: between January and the end of April 2024. This is to allow enough time for submissions and the review period prior to registration deadlines, and time for applicants to apply for a visa if required.

Funds included to: support travel, accommodation, and registration costs.

Maximum amount: There is no maximum amount you can apply for, but we expect you to choose the best value travel and accommodation possible, and we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to cover the full amount that you apply for.

Eligibility 

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Current member of the EACR
• Based in a country with a low- or middle-income economy, as defined by the World Bank. Click here and scroll down to see the current list on the World Bank website.
• Working or studying in the field of cancer research.
• EACR Researcher Development Grants are targeted at individuals who, without additional funding, would not be able to attend the event. Please consider your financial need before applying and demonstrate it in your application.

How to apply

Please note that applications are now closed following the application deadline. Applicants can expect to hear the result of evaluation by 23 October 2023.