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Request for Applications
Joint Call for Research Projects on Genomic Insights into the Pathogenesis of Cancer and Infectious Diseases
Date of RFA Release: 7 October 2024
Application Deadline: 2 December 2024

Request for Applications: Joint Call for Research Projects on Genomic Insights into the Pathogenesis of Cancer and Infectious Diseases

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) is pleased to announce a joint research call on “Genomic Insights into the Pathogenesis of Cancer and Infectious Diseases” in partnership with the Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED).

Research proposals are invited to address the following focus areas:

  1. Elucidation of Cancer Malignancy Mechanisms Based on Genome Comparison
  2. Identification of Novel Genetic Loci with High Cancer Onset Risk and Understanding of Their Pathogenesis
  3. Deciphering the Genetic Background Resistant to Pathogen Infection and Onset
  4. Research and Development of Prevention Techniques for Carcinogenesis Mechanisms Caused by Viral Infection

Only proposals with co-Principal Investigators based in South Africa and Japan will be eligible for funding.

RFA documentation for applicants based in South Africa:

RFA documentation for applicants based in Japan:


Application Deadline: 2 December 2024, 10:00 (SAST) - Proposals submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.


SAMRC           Japan Agency for Medcal Research and Development

Deadline
Mon, 02-12-2024 - 10:00