Conference Travel Grant for Regional Researcher

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Conference Travel Grant for Regional Researchers

Helping Network members present cancer research at recognised scientific or professional conferences in Australia and overseas by removing key cost barriers to travel and attendance.

This scheme has now reached capacity and is closed to new applications. Thank you for the strong interest from our regional research community.

About the Scheme

This grant supports Network members to attend a recognised conference in their field, conditional on submitting an oral or poster presentation on a cancer research topic as the presenting author. The scheme prioritises regional researchers, enabling them to share findings, build collaborations, and return with skills and practical approaches that strengthen research capacity and improve cancer care in regional communities.

Funding Available

  • Domestic (within Australia): up to AUD $1,500 (ex GST)
  • International (outside Australia): up to AUD $6,000 (ex GST)

Covers conference registration, transport and accommodation only.

Eligibility

  • Be a current Network member.
  • Be the presenting author on a submitted oral or poster presentation on a cancer research topic.
  • Demonstrate alignment with the Network’s aims.
  • Travel occurs within the funding window.
  • One application per applicant for this scheme.

See the full guidelines for detailed eligibility and conditions.

Key Dates

  • Applications opened: 22 October 2025
  • Applications closed: Now closed – funding fully allocated
  • Travel window: 1 November 2025 – 31 May 2026

Contact

Questions about the scheme? Email nswrcrn@newcastle.edu.au.