Research opportunities, grants and scholarships

Research Opportunities & Grants

Investment in cancer research is paramount to our ability to fight cancer and improve survival rates and quality of life.

Each year, Cancer Council Tasmania, with the generous support of the Tasmanian community, allocates funds received from public donations to a wide range of cutting-edge cancer research in Tasmania. Since 1995, we have allocated over $8 million to cancer research in this state, a testament to the community's unwavering support. All research is rigorously assessed by experts in the field to ensure that projects with the best chance of success are supported.

The research we support has directly translated into improved treatments and patient outcomes, identified treatments with fewer side effects, and developed more sophisticated early detection methods.

Grants

2027 Annual Small Grants Funding

Applications are now open for Cancer Council Tasmania's 2027 Small Grants program. Applicants can apply for up to $50,000 for projects that help reduce the incidence and impact of cancer in Tasmania.

The scheme is open to researchers in all faculties and institutes of the University of Tasmania, departments within Tasmanian hospitals, and the Department of Health.

The Small Grants program supports research on reducing the incidence and impact of cancer on individuals, families and carers. This includes every aspect of cancer control, including supportive care, prevention and early detection, behavioural research, and translation of findings into positive patient outcomes. It encompasses population health strategies, medical research, and clinical and psychosocial care.

Applications are encouraged from a broad range of disciplines.

Opportunities for funding in 2027

Please refer to the Grant Scheme Application Guidelines and Form below for further information on eligibility, assessment criteria, conditions of funding, and to apply.