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Investigator Grant

5 years

This page lists active IG projects approved through end of 2024; no open call window is described.

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The AIRC Investigator Grant (IG) supports cancer research projects led by established researchers at Italian institutions, with a five-year project duration. Projects are selected through international peer review on the basis of cancer relevance, innovation, feasibility, and patient impact, with funding covering research costs and personnel. AIRC runs this programme annually.

Details

Funder AIRC
Duration 5 years
Consortium No
Frequency Annual
Eligible countries IT

Eligibility & scope

Five-year grants supporting established researchers conducting cancer research projects at Italian institutions. Projects selected via international peer review for cancer relevance, innovation, feasibility, and patient impact. Covers research costs and personnel. This page lists currently active projects, not an open call.

Who Should Apply

  • •Established cancer researchers based at Italian academic or research institutions
  • •Projects with demonstrated innovation and translational or clinical relevance
  • •Research teams seeking five-year funding for personnel and research costs
  • •Applicants prepared to submit proposals in Italian or per AIRC specifications

Key Dates

  • •Annual call (check AIRC website for next deadline)
  • •International peer review evaluation
  • •Five-year project duration

Tips for Applicants

  • ✓Proposals are judged on cancer relevance and patient impact, frame your science in clinical or societal terms, not technical novelty alone.
  • ✓International peer reviewers assess feasibility rigorously; include detailed timelines and risk mitigation for multi-year cancer projects.
  • ✓Submit in Italian or per AIRC guidance; clarity in the language of submission matters for reviewer engagement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is an AIRC Investigator Grant?

Five years per project.

Who can apply for an AIRC Investigator Grant?

Established cancer researchers based at Italian institutions.

Is the AIRC Investigator Grant annual?

Yes, AIRC runs this programme annually; check the funder website for the next deadline.

What does AIRC Investigator Grant funding cover?

Research costs and personnel for approved cancer research projects.

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