Young Investigator Award Special Competitions
The Young Investigator Award Special Competitions from Conquer Cancer - the ASCO Foundation funds mentored, innovative cancer research projects by early-career oncology researchers.
Funder: Conquer Cancer - the ASCO Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $50,000 for a one-year mentored research project; supports salary, research expenses, and travel to ASCO Annual Meeting.
Summary: Supports early-career oncology researchers transitioning to faculty roles through mentored research in diverse cancer topics.
Key Information: Applicants must be within 10 years of their medical degree and in final two years of fellowship or first year of faculty.
Description
The Young Investigator Award Special Competitions, administered by Conquer Cancer – the ASCO Foundation, provide one-year, $50,000 grants to emerging clinical oncology researchers as they transition from fellowship to faculty positions. This mentored award supports high-quality research projects across a range of cancer topics, including pediatric brain tumors and other areas with dedicated funding. The program is designed to foster investigative careers in oncology, encourage innovation, and promote the development of future oncology leaders worldwide.
