Accelerate breakthroughs in lifesaving research and empower people everywhere to conquer cancer.
The Young Investigator Award aims to support promising researchers in the field of clinical oncology by providing funding during the critical transition from fellowship program to faculty appointment. This grant, open to both U.S. and international applicants, funds all areas of cancer research. It is a mentored award, encouraging the guidance of a scientific mentor throughout the project. The grant totals $50,000 for a one-year period, covering personnel, research expenses, and travel for the Conquer Cancer Grants & Awards Ceremony. Recipients are permitted to receive funding from other sources concurrently.