# Travel Grants

**Funder:** Syöpäsäätiö
**Application:** Single stage; reviewed by Grants Committee
**Frequency:** Annual
**Next round:** 2027-02
**Eligible countries:** FI
**Official call:** https://syopasaatio.fi/en/homepage/cancer-foundation-finlands-grants/
**Last verified:** 2 August 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Travel grants for cancer professionals attending meetings and training. Amount varies by destination (Europe vs. rest of world). Awarded based on applicant's merits and cancer relevance of the meeting. Paid against supporting documents.

## Summary

Syöpäsäätiö Travel Grants fund travel costs for Finnish cancer professionals attending international conferences, training events, and professional meetings. Awards vary by destination (Europe or rest of world) and are evaluated on applicant merit and the cancer relevance of the event. Applications are invited annually in February, with decisions expected by early May.

## Who should apply

- Cancer researchers, clinicians, and oncology professionals based in Finland
- Applicants presenting or participating actively at cancer-related meetings
- Professionals seeking to attend international conferences or training courses in their field

## Key dates

- Annual application window opens in February
- Decisions announced by beginning of May
- Single-stage review by Grants Committee

## Tips for applicants

- Emphasise the cancer relevance of the meeting and how attendance advances your professional development in oncology.
- Include supporting documents showing conference acceptance, registration confirmation, or invitation to training.
- Budget requests vary by destination; Europe and rest-of-world categories have different award ranges.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is eligible for Syöpäsäätiö Travel Grants?

Cancer professionals and researchers based in Finland attending meetings, conferences, or training in their field.

### When does Syöpäsäätiö accept applications for travel grants?

Applications are invited each February, with decisions announced by the beginning of May.

### How much does Syöpäsäätiö pay for travel grants?

Award amounts vary depending on whether travel is to Europe or outside Europe, based on applicant merit and cancer relevance of the event.

### What documents do I need to submit for a travel grant application?

Supporting documents such as conference acceptance, registration proof, or training invitation are required; grants are paid against submitted documentation.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/sy-p-s-ti-travel-grants-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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