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Research Funding and Grants
Applied Cancer Research Funding Stream
The Applied Cancer Research funding stream supports small-scale, high-impact research projects developed in collaboration with accredited South African universities and research institutions. Projects must align with CANSA’s operational priorities and generate actionable evidence to improve cancer-related outcomes, services, and patient support initiatives in South Africa. Research Focus Areas Projects may focus on: Cancer prevention and […]
Read morePublished: 10 April 2026
Updated: 12 May 2026
Categories: CANSA Research, Research Funding and Grants
New CANSA-Funded Type A Research Projects
We are pleased to announce two new CANSA-funded Type A research projects commencing on 1 April 2026. These projects are led by outstanding South African researchers whose work advances knowledge, supports innovation, and strengthens cancer research in South Africa. We are honoured to partner with leading scientists whose expertise plays a vital role in expanding […]
Read morePublished: 12 February 2026
Updated: 13 February 2026
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board, Research Funding and Grants, Research Projects
Grant Funding Results 2010 – 2019
Researchers working at academic and research institutions across South Africa applied for research funding for 2019. Our Research Committee (RESCOM) met to determine the funding allocations for three year grants starting in 2019.
Read morePublished: 3 January 2016
Updated: 4 June 2025
Categories: Research Funding and Grants
Research Funding and Grants
Research Funding Streams CANSA provides funding for cancer research projects and invites researchers in the field of cancer to submit grant applications through the following funding streams: Larger-Scale Research Funding Stream This funding stream supports high-impact, investigator-led cancer research undertaken by MBChB- and PhD-level researchers at accredited South African universities and research organisations. Projects focus […]
Read morePublished: 26 May 2012
Updated: 3 June 2026
Categories: Research Funding and Grants
Research Office – Forms and Grant Information
Please contact our Research Office to request grant application forms or to submit any queries using the enquiry box at the bottom of the page if the information you need is not available. Grant Reporting Forms and Instructions Progress Report Form for Ongoing Projects Progress Report Form for Final Projects Application Forms Application to Use […]
Read morePublished: 30 September 2009
Updated: 12 May 2026
Categories: Research Funding and Grants
Apply for a Type A Research Grant
Our Type A funding programme is aimed at MBChB and Ph.D. cancer researchers based at South African universities and research organisations. The purpose of this funding is to support high-quality research to advance management and improve outcomes for the most common cancers in South Africa. There is currently no funding call for 2025 Type A […]
Read morePublished: 30 September 2009
Updated: 23 January 2024
Categories: Research Funding and Grants
