# Nordic Cancer Union Research Call

**Funder:** Norwegian Cancer Society
**Budget:** €950,000 total call budget
**Deadline:** 29 September 2026 (16:00)
**Consortium:** Required — Nordic collaboration between cancer research projects
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** NO, SE, DK, FI, IS
**Official call:** https://kreftforeningen.no/forskning/sok-forskningsmidler/
**Last updated:** 13 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Annual joint call with Nordic Cancer Union funding cancer research projects with Nordic collaboration; total call pot €950,000.

## Summary

The Nordic Cancer Union Research Grant, administered by the Norwegian Cancer Society, funds cancer research projects with a required Nordic collaboration component, offering €950,000 per award. Applicants must be based in Norway and form a consortium with partners across Nordic countries, applying through the NCU application portal. The call runs annually, with the next deadline on 29 September 2026.

## Who should apply

- Cancer researchers based at Norwegian institutions
- Research teams able to establish a Nordic collaboration consortium
- Projects with partners across multiple Nordic countries
- Applicants prepared to work through the NCU application portal

## Key dates

- Deadline: 29 September 2026, 16:00
- Annual call frequency

## Tips for applicants

- Secure and document Nordic partner institutions early, the consortium requirement is gating and cannot be added after submission.
- Apply through the NCU application portal specifically, not the standard Norwegian Cancer Society channels.
- Given the strict 16:00 deadline, submit well ahead of the cutoff to avoid portal congestion or technical issues.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does the Nordic Cancer Union Research Grant pay?

The grant offers €950,000 for a funded project.

### Is Nordic collaboration required for this grant?

Yes, a consortium with Nordic collaboration between cancer research projects is mandatory to apply.

### How often does the Nordic Cancer Union call open?

The Norwegian Cancer Society runs this call annually through the NCU application portal.

### Who can apply for the Nordic Cancer Union Research Grant?

Cancer researchers based in Norway who can form a Nordic collaborative consortium are eligible to apply.

### When is the deadline for the Nordic Cancer Union Research Grant?

The deadline is 29 September 2026 at 16:00.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/norwegian-cancer-society-nordic-cancer-union-research-grant-2026-09) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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