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Translational Cancer Research (Transcan-4) — Joint Call
No current open call deadline specified; periodic calls organised by the partnership
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FWO co-funds Translational Cancer Research projects under Transcan-4, offering approximately €350,000 per Flemish project for up to 36 months. Applicants must form a transnational consortium of at least 3 entities across 3 EU member states and submit through the call secretariat, with FWO selection based on international panel review. This call is periodic; researchers should check the Transcan-4 website for the next round opening.
Details
| Funder | FWO |
| Budget | Approx. €350,000 (incl. overheads) |
| Duration | Up to 36 months |
| Consortium | Required — minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states |
| Frequency | Periodic |
| Eligible countries | BE |
Eligibility & scope
FWO co-funds transnational translational cancer research for Flemish researchers under Transcan-4. ~€350k per Flemish project (2 projects, 3 years). Applicants submit to the call secretariat; FWO selection based on transnational panel ranking. FO or SBO rules apply; SBO spin-off projects ineligible.
Who Should Apply
- •Flemish researchers based at Belgian (Flanders) institutions
- •Research groups with established translational cancer expertise
- •Consortium coordinators capable of managing multi-country partnerships across 3+ EU states
- •Teams working on clinically relevant cancer biology or therapeutic development
Key Dates
- •Periodic calls organised by Transcan-4 partnership; no current deadline specified, check Transcan-4 secretariat for next round
- •Up to 36-month project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Consortium must span at least 3 EU member states with at least 3 separate entities; FWO evaluates the full transnational proposal on a single international panel, not a two-stage process.
- ✓Projects must follow FO or SBO rules; SBO spin-off projects are explicitly ineligible.
- ✓Coordinate with your international partners early to align timelines and institutional eligibility across borders before the call opens.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can a Flemish research group receive in Transcan-4 funding?
Approximately €350,000 per Flemish project for up to 36 months, including overheads.
Who can apply for Transcan-4 funding through FWO?
Flemish researchers hosted at Belgian institutions in Flanders, participating in a transnational consortium of at least 3 entities from 3 EU member states.
Is Transcan-4 an annual call?
No, Transcan-4 runs periodic calls organised by the partnership; check the secretariat website for timing of the next round.
Can SBO spin-off projects apply to Transcan-4?
No, SBO spin-off projects are ineligible; only FO or standard SBO projects may apply.
How is the Transcan-4 proposal evaluated by FWO?
Applications are submitted to the Transcan-4 secretariat and evaluated by an international transnational panel; FWO selects Flemish projects based on this panel ranking.
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