# Momentum Fellowships

**Funder:** The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research
**Consortium:** No
**Official call:** https://themarkfoundation.org/research-programs/
**Last verified:** 18 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Fellowship award supporting the next generation of cancer researchers. Targeted at young talent. No further eligibility details (e.g. career stage, institution type) specified on this page.

## Summary

The Momentum Fellowships from The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research support early-career cancer researchers building their research programs. The fellowship targets young talent in oncology research, offering a pathway for the next generation of investigators to establish themselves in the field.

## Who should apply

- Early-career cancer researchers
- Researchers building independent or semi-independent research programs
- Investigators focused on oncology research across basic, translational, or clinical domains

## Key dates

- Deadline and application timeline: check The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research portal for current open windows

## Tips for applicants

- Early-career focus means demonstrating potential and a clear trajectory, centre the proposal on your emerging independence and vision for cancer research.
- The Mark Foundation emphasises supporting next-generation talent; articulate how the fellowship positions you as a future leader in oncology.

## Frequently asked questions

### What does the Momentum Fellowship fund?

The Momentum Fellowships support early-career cancer researchers developing their research programs in oncology.

### Who is eligible for the Momentum Fellowship?

The fellowship targets young, early-career talent in cancer research; check The Mark Foundation portal for detailed eligibility criteria.

### When is the Momentum Fellowship deadline?

No fixed deadline is listed; The Mark Foundation runs open windows for applications, so check their portal for current and upcoming submission periods.

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