May 21, 2025, 15:35

Nordic Cancer Union Strategic Improvement Projects

The Nordic Cancer Union (NCU) provides strategic funding for high-quality improvement projects that address pressing cancer-related issues in the Nordic countries. These initiatives are designed to enhance infrastructure, cooperation, and research capacity across borders, delivering tangible benefits to healthcare systems and patient outcomes.

Project Focus

Must be relevant to cancer and demonstrate added Nordic value
Preferably involve healthcare professionals and/or researchers in two or more Nordic countries
Emphasis on infrastructure enhancement, collaborative implementation, and comparative Nordic health system analysis
Strong alignment with the NCU General Strategy and the Strategy for Improvement Projects
Particularly supportive of research-related improvements with cross-country applicability

Eligible Activities

Development and rollout of shared infrastructure or systems
Initiatives that strengthen cooperation and harmonization in cancer care or research
Comparative studies or pilots based on Nordic health data
Multidisciplinary collaboration with clear synergistic benefits

Application Requirements

Applications must include:

Cover letter explaining how the project aligns with NCU strategies
Project description (max 4 pages), including work plan and timeline
Detailed budget, including any other funding sources
Brief CVs of applicants, and full contact details of the principal applicant

Funding Terms & Conditions

Grants may only be used for the approved project scope
Any changes must receive prior NCU approval
Annual progress reports required for multi-year funding
Final report must be submitted at the conclusion of all projects
All external communications must credit NCU support

Deadline

Rolling application: Proposals can be submitted at any time
Applications are reviewed by the NCU Board upon receipt and may undergo external evaluation

Where to Apply / Contact

Submit proposals via email to: [email protected]
For guidelines, visit: https://ncu.nu

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