Deutsche Krebshilfe
Klinische Forschung & kliniknahe Grundlagenforschung
Rolling deadline — applications accepted at any time
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Deutsche Krebshilfe's Klinische Forschung & kliniknahe Grundlagenforschung programme funds innovative, time-limited oncology research in clinical and clinically-oriented basic science, open to researchers with a doctorate at German non-commercial institutions. The call accepts applications continuously with no fixed deadline, making it suitable for researchers ready to move quickly. Both early-career and established investigators are eligible, provided proposals are submitted in English.
Details
| Funder | Deutsche Krebshilfe |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage via online portal (signed printed copy also required) |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | DE |
Eligibility & scope
Funds time-limited innovative oncology research projects in clinical or clinically-oriented basic cancer research. Open to early-career and established researchers with at least a doctorate. Proposals must be submitted in English. Commercial-interest projects excluded; scientific consortia (>2 groups, independent sub-projects) not eligible under this scheme.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers with a doctorate in oncology or related cancer research fields
- •Applicants based at non-commercial German institutions (universities, hospitals, research centres)
- •Investigators pursuing clinical cancer research or clinically-oriented fundamental oncology work
- •Early-career and established researchers (no career-stage ceiling)
- •Projects with a clearly defined, time-limited scope and publishable results
Key Dates
- •Rolling deadline, applications accepted at any time
- •Single-stage evaluation via online portal with printed copy submission
- •Continuous call with no seasonal windows
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Emphasise clinical relevance or translational pathway explicitly; this funder prioritises clinically-oriented work over purely fundamental oncology.
- ✓Submit proposals in English even if your institution is German; language clarity strengthens international review panels.
- ✓Avoid multi-group consortia structures; this call excludes scientific consortia with more than two independent working groups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to the Deutsche Krebshilfe Klinische Forschung programme?
Researchers with a doctorate working in clinical cancer research or clinically-oriented basic oncology, based at non-commercial German institutions.
Are there fixed deadlines for Deutsche Krebshilfe Klinische Forschung?
No; the call operates on a rolling deadline, so applications can be submitted at any time.
Can international research teams apply to this Deutsche Krebshilfe call?
The applicant and host institution must be based in Germany; proposals should be submitted in English for international review.
Are large consortia eligible for this funding?
No; scientific consortia with more than two independent working groups are excluded from this programme.
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