Prevention and Population Programme Award
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Prevention and Population Programme Award supports multidisciplinary research teams studying cancer prevention and population health, with the aim of advancing clinical or population impact.
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Funder: Cancer Research UK
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Full) | March 2027 (Outline) | July 2027 (Full) | September 2027 (Outline)
Funding Amounts: Up to £2.5m for up to five years
Summary: Long-term support for multidisciplinary programmes with transformative potential in cancer prevention and population research.
Key Information: Contact the programme team at least one month before the submission deadline to discuss eligibility and funding options.
Description
Cancer Research UK’s Prevention and Population Programme Award supports broad, multidisciplinary research programmes in primary prevention and population research. Programmes must address a clear cancer-related question, set out defined objectives and show a path towards clinical or population impact. They may extend existing research while opening new lines of enquiry; the award is intended to contribute to a longer-term research vision.
The remit includes studies of cancer risk, incidence and survival; research translating biological insights into prevention strategies; risk stratification; preventive agents and interventions; screening as prevention; and methodological, statistical and policy-focused work. The programme welcomes capacity building, including PhD studentships. Applications are reviewed by the Prevention and Population Research Committee, with expert and patient and public review panels.
