Cancer Research Grant

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Advancing innovative, community-focused cancer research

The 365CPS Cancer Research Grant supports non-clinical research projects that improve cancer prevention, early detection, patient support and survivorship in Singapore.

Whether you’re exploring new approaches to cancer education, care delivery or community health, we invite you to learn more about our funding opportunities.

Research Areas We Support

The 365CPS Cancer Research Grant supports projects that improve cancer outcomes and enhance the lives of individuals affected by cancer.

Cancer Prevention and Early Detection

Research that improves cancer awareness, prevention strategies and participation in early detection programmes.

Cancer Patient Support and Survivorship Programmes

Projects that strengthen psychosocial support, rehabilitation, survivorship care and quality of life.

Healthcare Services Programmes

Research that enhances healthcare delivery, service innovation and community-based cancer support.

Focus Areas

Cancer Prevention & Early Detection

Cancer Patient Support & Survivorship Programmes

Healthcare Service Programmes

Cancer Research Grant (CRG)
Funding Criteria
  • Between 6 months to 24 months upon completion
  • Grant fund items should be directly related to the research project
  • Research must be done in Singapore
  • Clinical trials or studies involving human tissue samples will not be considered
  • Must be working in Singapore and dedicate at least 75% of their time in Singapore
  • Must have had experience in conducting research 
  • Applications are currently closed.

    The next grant call will be from 1 November 2026 to 31 December 2026. 

  • S$150,000 per project
 
 
Spark Grant Award (SGA)
Funding Criteria
  • Between 6 months to 24 months upon completion
  • Grant fund items should be directly related to the research project
  • Research must be done in Singapore
  • Clinical trials or studies involving human tissue samples will not be considered
  • Must be working in Singapore and dedicate at least 75% of their time in Singapore
  • At least 3 years of working experience in the industry. Prior research experience is not required.
  • Under mentorship of experienced researcher(s)

  • Applications are currently closed.
    The next grant call will be from 1 November 2026 to 31 December 2026.

  • S$10,000 per project
 
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to apply?
  • Principal Investigators (PIs) must be employed by a Singapore-registered non-profit organization, or private entity that provides cancer care and/ or programs & services for cancer patients, or an Institute for Higher Learning (IHL).
  • Eligible organizations, including non-profit organizations, community groups, public or private sectors, and grassroots initiatives involved in cancer care and/or research in Singapore, may apply for the Cancer Research Grant (CRG).
  • All organizations providing cancer patient care and social services, including counselling, dietitian and nutrition support, physiotherapy, home care, personal care, or any equivalent services that align with the licensing or service requirements of the Singapore Ministry of Health (MOH) and Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF), are eligible.
  • The PI is required to dedicate a minimum of 75% of their time in Singapore. He/she must lead the project and serve as the primary liaison with the Host Institution for all administrative and financial aspects related to the grant.
  • Only one person can act as the PI, and one application per PI per grant cycle is permitted.
  • As for the SGA, PI should have a minimum of three years of industry experience, although prior research experience is not mandatory. They should be guided by experienced researchers through mentorship and must demonstrate the capability to lead and manage the proposed project effectively.
  • Research studies that involved cancer care and/or research in Singapore could be funded. The study title should be related to at least one of the following themes:
  1. Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
  2. Cancer Patient Support and Survivorship Programmes
  3. Healthcare Service Programmes
  • Research related to human subjects may be funded if the study does not involve using human tissue samples or conducting human clinical trials.
  • The research proposal should focus on obtaining new, generalized knowledge, such as the improvement of the quality of life (QoL) after cancer treatment and the psycho-social conditions relevant to cancer patients; understand the lived experiences and journeys of cancer survivors; rigorously evaluate programs and services to yield generalizable outcomes that could inform program design for other populations.
  • This grant is designed to fund items used directly for the proposed research project. There are three main budget categories subject to this funding:
  1. Expenditures of Manpower (EOM) – This includes expenses for research assistants or temporary staff hired specifically for the project.
  2. Equipment (EQP) – This pertains to items such as information technology dedicated to the research project, such as laptops and voice recorders.
  3. Other Operating Expenses (OOE) – This category covers costs related to IRB review, participant incentives, and fees for the use of copyrighted questionnaires, among others.
  • The CRG cannot be used to pay the salaries of PIs, Co-Is, or collaborators. It also cannot cover conference fees or travel expenses to and from conferences not related to this research project.
  • To secure funding for the CRG, it is essential to obtain approval from the IRB. No award shall occur until formal IRB approval has been issued by the relevant authority.
  • For research involving human participants is subject to the Human Biomedical Research Act (HBRA), and proposals carrying minimal risk may qualify for Exempt or Expedited approval.
  • It is important to note that obtaining IRB approval can take 3 to 6 months. Therefore, it is advisable to begin this process before receiving the grant award to ensure that your research proposal is reviewed promptly.
  • Upon receiving your completed application form, the CRG Team will promptly send you an acknowledgment via email.
  • Applicants who successfully advance through stage 1 of the selection process will be invited to further refine and resubmit their proposals.
  • All resubmitted proposals will undergo stage 2 of the selection process and will be reviewed by the 365CPS’s Programme and Services Sub-committee (P&S Sub-Comm).
  • The EXCO will make the final funding decision, after which a Conditional Offer Letter will be issued to successful applicants pending ethical approval.
  • Applicants may submit their application before obtaining ethical approval. However, proof of ethical approval must be provided prior to the commencement of any research activities. All research activities involving participants, including data collection, must be carried out within the project period stated in the Letter of Award (LOA).
  • Grant recipients shall notify the CRG Team of the commencement of the project two (2) weeks in advance, including the project start date and the amount of funding required for the initial phase of the project. The first disbursement of funds shall be made based on the amount requested and approved.

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