[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

January 6, 2026 (Full application, 17:00 Brussels time)

€3,000,000 total call budget; typically 1 grant awarded; project duration usually 24–36 months.

Funds the piloting and implementation of gastric cancer screening programmes in the EU, with a focus on research, AI integration, and stakeholder collaboration for early detection.

--- ## Description This grant supports the stepwise planning, piloting, and implementation of gastric cancer screening programmes across eligible EU Member States. The emphasis is on leveraging updated reporting, gap analysis, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance screening effectiveness. The action aims to advance knowledge on screening modalities, facilitate implementation research, promote quality assurance and cost-effectiveness, and foster collaboration among national and regional stakeholders—including medical experts, societies, and patient organizations. The ultimate goal is to improve early detection of gastric cancer and reduce disparities in outcomes, in alignment with European guidelines and the EU Cancer Screening Scheme. --- ## Due Dates - **Full application deadline:** January 6, 2026 (17:00 Brussels time, single-stage call) --- ## Funding Amount - **Total budget for this topic:** €3,000,000 - **Indicative number of grants:** 1 - **Project duration:** Typically 24–36 months --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** - Public authorities - Research organizations - Civil society organizations - European Reference Networks (ERNs) - Academia and educational establishments - Hospitals - International organizations - Networks in the field of health - **Eligible countries:** - EU Member States - Other countries as specified in the call document (see call for details) - **Consortium requirements:** - Proposals should demonstrate broad collaboration, including relevant national/regional stakeholders and experts. - Each application must address only one topic; to apply for multiple topics, submit separate proposals. --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/EU4H-2026-SANTE-PJ-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) before the deadline. - Use the standard application form (Part A: administrative, Part B: technical description), available in the Submission System. - Detailed budget table and supporting documents (CVs, activity reports) required. - **Evaluation:** - Proposals will be evaluated based on relevance, quality, implementation, and impact. - Award criteria, scoring, and thresholds are detailed in the call document. - **Key documents:** - [Call document (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/eu4h/wp-call/2026/call-fiche_eu4h-2026-sante-pj_en.pdf) - [Application form template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/eu4h/temp-form/af/af_eu4h_en.pdf) - [Detailed budget table](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/eu4h/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_eu4h_en.xlsx) - [Model Grant Agreement (MGA)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/eu4h/agr-contr/mga_eu4h_en.pdf) --- ## Additional Information - **Activities funded may include:** - Implementation research via new pilots and programme rollouts - Monitoring and assessment of ongoing studies - Gap analysis and planning based on previous projects (e.g., TOGAS) - Quality assessment and improvement - Data collection on outcomes and cost-effectiveness - Collaboration with medical societies, patient organizations, and related EU projects - Exploration and integration of AI in screening - **Expected impact:** - Regular reporting and gap analysis for Member States - Enhanced knowledge and adoption of effective, AI-supported screening modalities - Broader roll-out and availability of gastric cancer screening in line with European guidelines - **Resources:** - Info session materials and FAQs are available for applicants ([EU4H-2026-SANTE-PJ Info session](https://hadea.ec.europa.eu/events/info-session-eu4health-action-grants-awp-2025-2025-10-09_en)). --- ## External Links - [Call topic page (application & details)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/EU4H-2026-SANTE-PJ-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [EU4Health Work Programme](https://health.ec.europa.eu/funding/key-documents_en?f%5B0%5D=topic_topic%3A194) - [Info session materials and FAQs](https://hadea.ec.europa.eu/events/info-session-eu4health-action-grants-awp-2025-2025-10-09_en) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Details | |----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General call queries | HaDEA Health Calls Team: HaDEA-HP-CALLS@ec.europa.eu | | IT support | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Funder contact | [European Commission Contact](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Telephone | +32 2 299 11 11 | ---

Call for proposals to pilot and implement cancer screening programmes for gastric cancer

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