The European Hematology Association (EHA) Advanced Research Grant provides €80,000 per year for three years to support basic or translational lab-based hematology research—empowering talented junior investigators to gain leadership experience and transition toward independent group-leader roles .
Eligibility Criteria:
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EHA Membership & Institution: Applicant must be an EHA member employed at an academic research centre or proven equivalent in Europe, with departmental and institutional support .
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Research Focus: Project must involve basic or translational laboratory research in hematology; purely clinical or health-economics projects are ineligible (unless a novel translational component of a clinical trial) .
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Career Stage: PhD or PharmD awarded between four and eight years before the application deadline; extensions may be granted under EHA’s Policy on Life Events for major personal circumstances.
Funding Details:
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Amount: 80,000 EURO per year (direct costs)
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Duration: Three years
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Use of Funds: Salary support, consumables, reagents, small equipment, and research-related travel. Overheads are not covered.
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Topic-In-Focus Option: Up to two grants reserved for hemoglobinopathies or precision hematology projects; applicants may also qualify for extended eligibility in specific low-resource countries.
Deadline:
Submit your application via the EHA Portal by 16:00 CEST on 14 October 2025.
Where to Apply & Further Information:
Apply and access application guidance.
For eligibility questions: [email protected]