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Swiss Cancer Research

Research Grants

Up to CHF 375,000 over 3–4 years||3–4 years

12:00 noon Central European Time

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Swiss Cancer Research funds independent scientists at Swiss institutions with up to CHF 375,000 over 3-4 years for basic, clinical, epidemiological, psychosocial or health services cancer research. The call prioritises industry-independent projects with clear cancer relevance and accepts only one ongoing project per principal investigator. Calls are annual, with results typically announced within months of the submission deadline.

Details

Funder Swiss Cancer Research
Budget Up to CHF 375,000 over 3–4 years
Duration 3–4 years
Consortium No
Application Single stage — online submission via Grant Application Portal (GAP)
Frequency Annual
Next round 2027-01
Eligible countries CH

Eligibility & scope

Open to independent scientists at Swiss research institutions. Covers basic, clinical, epidemiological, psychosocial and health services cancer research. Only industry-independent projects with clear cancer relevance are eligible. Maximum one ongoing project per main applicant. Submissions must be made online via the GAP portal.

Who Should Apply

  • •Independent scientists holding positions at recognised Swiss research institutions
  • •Researchers in basic, clinical, epidemiological, psychosocial or health services cancer science
  • •Applicants with industry-independent projects that are clearly cancer-focused
  • •Scientists without another ongoing funded project as principal investigator

Key Dates

  • •Deadline: 31 July 2026 at 12:00 noon Central European Time
  • •Single-stage online submission via the Grant Application Portal (GAP)
  • •Project duration: 3-4 years

Tips for Applicants

  • ✓Independence from industry is a gating criterion, clearly document any commercial relationships or licensing agreements and justify why the research remains unbiased.
  • ✓You are limited to one ongoing project as principal investigator; verify your current portfolio before submitting.
  • ✓Upload all application materials to the GAP portal before the noon CET deadline; late submissions are not accepted.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I apply for in a Swiss Cancer Research grant?

Up to CHF 375,000 over a 3-4 year project period.

Who is eligible to apply to Swiss Cancer Research grants?

Independent scientists based at recognised Swiss research institutions, with one ongoing project maximum as principal investigator.

What research areas does Swiss Cancer Research fund?

Basic, clinical, epidemiological, psychosocial and health services cancer research, provided the project is industry-independent and clearly cancer-focused.

When is the deadline for Swiss Cancer Research grants?

31 July 2026 at 12:00 noon Central European Time; applications are submitted online via the Grant Application Portal (GAP).

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