The UICC Yamagiwa–Yoshida International Cancer Study Grants 2026 offer up to US$10,000 for cancer researchers to spend three months working with a collaborator abroad. The Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) runs the programme with support from its Japan National Committee.
Researchers can use the visit to start or advance a joint project, learn a research method, or bring new skills back to their home institution. The programme supports basic, translational, public health and applied cancer research.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants may be of any nationality and must reside in a different country from the proposed host institution.
- Applicants must have earned a PhD or equivalent by September 16, 2024. A first professional degree alone does not qualify as a PhD equivalent.
- Applicants must have a record of publishing cancer research in peer-reviewed journals.
- Applicants must secure a host supervisor and an invitation letter before applying.
- The applicant and host supervisor must be able to communicate in a shared language.
- The proposal must centre on cancer research. Clinical observerships, basic training courses and conference attendance are ineligible.
Funding Details
- Maximum award: US$10,000 toward travel and living costs.
- Visit duration: Normally three consecutive months in 2027.
- Extension: Up to two months with written approval from both supervisors. UICC does not provide additional funding for the extension.
- Excluded costs: Visas, passports, insurance and expenses for accompanying dependants.
Deadline
- Application deadline: November 20, 2026, at midnight CET.
- Results: January 2027.