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Investing in Future Cancer Researchers
Investing in future cancer researchers, ensures that the necessary talent and expertise are available to tackle the complex challenges of cancer research and improve patient outcomes.
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The Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center is committed to supporting the next generation of cancer researchers. Announcements about upcoming funding opportunities are regularly distributed directly to trainee members. We administrate robust internal support programs for trainees with cancer focused projects. As well as exposure to external opportunities and databases for trainee funding. Explore the opportunities listed below to support your research interest.
Award Programs
Check out the funding opportunities available. We encourage trainees from all areas of cancer research, including basic, translational, clinical and population science to apply for research funding in efforts to continue the fight against cancer.
Undergraduate Research Scholars
The Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (URSP) is a three-quarter scholarship program that supports students who are conducting a life science, physical science, or engineering research project with a UCLA faculty member.
JCCC Fellowship Awards
The UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center (JCCC) Fellowship program provides research funding to Post-Doctoral Scholars/Fellows, Residents and Graduate Students from all areas of cancer research, including basic, translational, and clinical and population science.
Trainee Travel Awards Program
The Trainee Travel Award Program will provide $600–$1000 in travel/conference funding to UCLA students (undergraduate students, graduate students and postdocs) working on cancer research projects. The program is competitive, and open to UCLA JCCC trainee members only. Scan the QR code to apply today!
Undergraduate Research Fellows
The Undergraduate Research Fellows Program (URFP) is a three-quarter scholarship program that supports students who are conducting a life science, physical science, or engineering research project with a UCLA faculty member.
JCCC Poster Competiton
UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center (JCCC) Poster Competition invites graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and clinical fellows to display posters at the Cancer Center's annual retreat.
Award Databases
Award databases provide detailed information on the requirements, eligibility criteria, and application process for each award. These databases can be helpful for trainees who are seeking recognition for their achievements, looking for funding to support their education or research, or hoping to enhance their resumes and career prospects. By providing a centralized repository of award information, award databases make it easier for trainees to identify and apply for relevant awards programs.
Cancer Funding Opportunities
List of active extramural funding opportunities.
Graduate & Postdoctoral Educational Support (GRAPES) Database
Search for awards from among 625 scholarships, grants, fellowships, and postdoctoral awards. Free-to-search for applicants to any graduate program, to graduate students working on a master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation, and to postdoc scholars.