Young Investigator Awards
Young Investigator Awards support early-career researchers at NCCN Member Institutions, funding oncology research across cancer biology, treatment, diagnosis, and care delivery to advance cancer care.
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Funder: National Comprehensive Cancer Network
Due Dates: See the 2027 application listing for deadline information
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 per award over two years
Summary: Supports early-career investigators at NCCN Member Institutions conducting oncology research to advance cancer care.
Key Information: The 2027 application opportunity is restricted to nominated applicants.
Description
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) and the NCCN Foundation announce Young Investigator Awards annually to support early-career researchers addressing important issues in oncology. The program funds work spanning cancer biology, treatment development, diagnosis, and care delivery, with the goal of advancing cancer care and supporting future research leaders at NCCN Member Institutions.
Funded projects have examined resistance to cancer therapies, tumor microenvironments, molecular residual disease, immunotherapy combinations, imaging and molecular biomarkers, early detection, and treatment-related neurotoxicity. Patient-centered research has included navigation for patients with breast cancer and high-risk social determinants of health, equitable access to cellular therapies, and patient- and caregiver-triggered palliative referrals. The NCCN Oncology Research Program (ORP) manages application submission and selection and provides guidance and oversight throughout funded projects.
