Funder: Foundation for Cancer Research in Italy
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to €1,500,000 over five years (average €300,000 annually)
Summary: Supports young physician-scientists leading independent clinical cancer research aimed at optimizing clinical practice.
Key Information: PIs must devote at least 50% effort to the project; PI salary is not supported.
Description
The Next Gen Clinician Scientist Grant is a career-development program run by Fondazione AIRC per la Ricerca sul Cancro. It supports exceptionally talented physician-scientists who wish to develop and manage their own investigator-driven clinical research projects. The aim is to optimize clinical practice in oncology and ultimately benefit cancer patients.
Projects should have clear objectives consistent with AIRC’s mission and the potential to advance clinical practice in the near term. The five-year research plan must explain its expected impact on cancer, scientific rationale, feasibility, originality, and innovation. Applicants must also demonstrate their qualifications to lead the work and the hosting institution’s experience in managing clinical research studies.
