Investigator Grant
The Investigator Grant funds established researchers in Italy for innovative, high-impact five-year cancer research projects advancing understanding, prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of cancer.
Funder: Foundation for Cancer Research in Italy
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award: €80,000–€400,000 per year for 5 years; funds both research and personnel costs.
Summary: Supports five-year, peer-reviewed cancer research projects led by established researchers, funding research and personnel for innovative, high-impact work.
Description
The Investigator Grant is designed to fund established researchers leading innovative, high-quality cancer research projects in Italy. Grants are awarded for a five-year period following an international peer review process that evaluates proposals based on their relevance to cancer, scientific innovation, feasibility, and potential impact on patient outcomes. The grant covers both research and personnel costs for the project team. The aim is to support impactful research that advances understanding, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.
