Next Generation of Scientists Awards

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Investing in the future of research

Unique in Canada, the Next Generation of Scientists Awards is an innovative program from the Cancer Research Society that provides crucial support to early-career researchers. It helps them establish their laboratories, build their teams, and launch groundbreaking projects to advance cancer research.

Since its creation in 2013, it has enabled 31 scientists to become established researchers in Canada. This program fosters the emergence of new discoveries and helps attract and retain talent in oncology research.

Discover the Next Generation

Consult the list of previous recipients and their research projects supported by the program.

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PROGRAM INFORMATION

IMPORTANT: Applicants must hold Canadian citizenship or permanent residency status, and are required to complete both parts of the program (parts 1 and 2).

Eligibility

Part 1: Postdoctoral fellowship
Must have completed at least 2 years of postdoctoral training at the time of accepting the fellowship.

Part 2: Operating Grant
Must obtain a faculty position in a Canadian university or affiliated accredited research center.

Budget

Part 1: Postdoctoral fellowship
$50,000 over 1 year

Part 2: Operating Grant
$135,000 over 2 years

Application Process

Applicants must submit a full application, which will be evaluated by a peer review committee.

Key dates

For the complete calendar, please consult our program guidelines.

Call for proposals February 18, 2025

Application Deadline April 22, 2025

11:59 pm (ET)

Funding Decision September, 2025

APPLY FOR A GRANT

IMPORTANT : Applicants are required to complete both parts of the program.

Forms and guidelines

Steps required to submit an application.

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Grant applications must be submitted via Proposal Central. If you are a new user, please create an account.

Proposal Central

Forms to complete

To be completed only for part 2 of the award.

Commitment form from the University or Research Institute

Disclaimer and Indemnity

For all questions

grants@src-crs.ca