Global Oncology Young Investigator Award
The GO YIA funds early-career researchers for mentored projects advancing cancer research, care, and control in global and resource-limited settings.
Funder: Conquer Cancer - the ASCO Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $50,000 for one year; number of awards varies by cycle
Summary: Funds early-career researchers for mentored projects advancing cancer research and care in global and resource-limited settings.
Key Information: Two-step process: Letter of Intent (LOI) followed by full proposal if invited.
Description
The Global Oncology Young Investigator Award (GO YIA) supports early-career investigators aiming to address global health needs in oncology, particularly in low- and resource-limited settings. This mentored award encourages innovative research, including clinical and translational studies, care delivery, prevention, palliative care, implementation science, and health systems research relevant to cancer control and care. The program is designed to foster the next generation of global oncology researchers and is open to applicants from both high- and low-resource settings, including collaborative projects.
