About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
About Gustave Roussy Prize
The Gustave Roussy Prize is awarded each year to a leading figure in oncology research whose scientific discoveries in the fields of diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of cancer have significantly improved patient care or contributed to a better understanding of the disease.
The Gustave Roussy Prize highlights innovation and scientific commitment for a tangible and lasting benefit to patients, in full alignment with Gustave Roussy’s mission: to cure more patients, more effectively and sustainably.
Benefits of Gustave Roussy Prize
With an endowment of €200,000, the Gustave Roussy Prize is among the most generously funded awards worldwide in the field of cancer research.
Gustave Roussy Prize Requirements
Researchers of all nationalities are eligible to apply.
Eligibility is open regardless of institutional affiliation.
The prize is intended for researchers whose work demonstrates outstanding scientific excellence and meaningful clinical impact in oncology.
Eligible applicants may include researchers working in:
Universities
Hospitals
Cancer research centres
Medical research institutions
Public research organisations
Private research institutions
International research environments
Application Date and Process
Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
26 August, 2026
How to apply