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Cancer Mission Coordination and Support Action – HORIZON-MISS-2026-02-CANCER-06
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The EU Cancer Mission Coordination and Support Action (HORIZON-MISS-2026-02-CANCER-06) offers approximately €5 million to fund coordinated cancer research initiatives across Europe. This Horizon Europe call supports consortia of at least three entities from different EU member states or associated countries working to advance the European Cancer Mission goals. The grant is a one-off award under a single-stage selection process.
Details
| Funder | European Commission |
| Budget | Around €5M |
| Deadline | 15 September 2026 |
| Consortium | Required — minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | One-off |
Eligibility & scope
Horizon Europe Coordination and Support Action under the EU Cancer Mission call HORIZON-MISS-2026-02. One indicative grant of approximately €5M. Full topic description available in the Work Programme. Consortia must include eligible entities from at least 3 EU member states or associated countries.
Who Should Apply
- •Research institutions, universities, or cancer centres from at least 3 different EU member states or associated countries
- •Consortium leads with experience managing multi-partner projects and cross-border collaboration
- •Teams aligned with the European Cancer Mission strategic priorities
- •Organisations capable of coordinating support activities such as networking, capacity-building, or policy engagement
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 15 September 2026 at 17:00 Brussels time
- •Single-stage evaluation
- •One-off call (not recurring)
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The consortium rule is strict: you need a minimum of 3 entities from 3 different member states, a two-country proposal will be desk-rejected regardless of quality.
- ✓This is a Coordination and Support Action, not a Research and Innovation Action, emphasise coordination, dissemination, networking, or capacity-building outcomes over primary research deliverables.
- ✓Confirm all partners' eligibility early; associated country status changes, so verify the current Horizon Europe eligible-countries list.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the EU Cancer Mission Coordination and Support Action grant?
Approximately €5 million for a single indicative award under this call.
Who can apply for the Cancer Mission CSA?
Consortia with a minimum of 3 entities from 3 different EU member states or associated countries aligned with the European Cancer Mission.
What is the deadline for HORIZON-MISS-2026-02-CANCER-06?
15 September 2026 at 17:00 Brussels time.
Is this a one-off call or recurring?
This is a one-off call; there is no recurring schedule announced for this specific topic.
What is a Coordination and Support Action?
A CSA funds coordination, networking, dissemination, and capacity-building activities rather than primary research; it typically produces policy guidance, platforms, or workforce development rather than research outputs.
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