We are pleased to inform you about the call for applications for the Childhood Cancer Switzerland research award 2026.
With this prize, the innovative work of a young researcher in the field of basic research in paediatric oncology in Switzerland will be rewarded.
Submission deadline: 30 November 2026
Prize money: CHF 50’000
Consult the Flyer here or on the Childhood Cancer Switzerland website here.
Application Information
Field of research: Basic research in the field of childhood cancer
Application criteria: Research performed (at least partially) in Switzerland at a childhood cancer associated clinic or institution by PhD candidates or young researchers
Application documents
A - Project description: max. 1 page (A4), consisting of:
Background & aims: What is already known? What is not known?
Materials & methods: How is the scientific question addressed
Expected results & timeline: What are the expected results and what is the research plan?
B - Lay summary: Description in lay language on max. 1⁄2 page (A4)
C - Curriculum vitae: max. 2 pages (A4)
D - List of publications over the last 5 years
E - Budget and other funding
Submission: Send your application documents in English by e-mail.
Find out more about Childhood Cancer Switzerland at www.childhoodcancer.ch
