Applications are now open for the IARC Summer School 2025 in Lyon, France—a fully funded, immersive 5-day training program. The summer school welcomes applicants from around the world, especially supporting participants from low- and middle-income countries by covering travel expenses, accommodation, and tuition fees. This program is ideal for individuals working, studying, or researching in the field of cancer prevention and control, offering a focused environment to enhance expertise in understanding and combating cancer. The IARC Summer School program includes 2-4 weeks of online learning followed by a week of in-person training in Lyon, France.
Program Highlights
- Location: Lyon, France
- Organizer: International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)
- Program Duration: 5 days in Lyon, France
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: January 6, 2025
Explore other opportunities: [CERN Summer Student Program 2025 (Fully Funded)]
Program Modules
The IARC Summer School offers two distinct modules, and participants may apply to only one.
- Introduction to Cancer Epidemiology
This module focuses on applying epidemiological methods to cancer control, helping participants understand the causes of cancer and develop strategies for managing cancer risks. - Implementing Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
Covering a wide array of concepts and practices, this module emphasizes prevention, early detection, and program implementation strategies for controlling cancer.
Other options to explore: [EPFL Summer Internship 2025 in Switzerland (Fully Funded)]
Financial Support
The program offers comprehensive financial support, particularly for participants from low-income and lower-middle-income countries:
- Low-income and Lower-middle-income countries: Travel expenses, living costs, and fee waivers.
- Upper-middle-income countries: Coverage of living expenses.
Refer to the World Bank’s country classification list to identify your income category.
Additional opportunity: [Morgan Stanley 2025 Sustainable Summer Fellowship in the USA (Paid)]
Topics Covered
Module: Introduction to Cancer Epidemiology
- Practical application of epidemiology for cancer control
- Investigation into cancer causes
- Design and assessment of control programs
Module: Implementing Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
- Comprehensive overview of cancer control
- Cancer risk factors and prevention strategies
- Principles for implementing screening programs
Suggested option: [RIPS-LA Summer Internship 2025 in the USA (Fully Funded)]
Who Should Apply?
Eligible candidates include professionals and students from a variety of fields related to cancer control, such as:
- Cancer registry personnel
- Epidemiologists, statisticians, physicians, and oncologists
- Public health specialists and postgraduate students
Eligibility Requirements
- Open to applicants from all countries
- Participants may enroll in only one module
- English proficiency is required
- Priority given to applicants from low- and middle-income countries
For details on funding support, please see the IARC FAQs.
Another program worth checking out: [ETH Student Summer Internship 2025 in Switzerland (Fully Funded)]
Application Process
Applications are submitted online, and notifications will be sent in mid-February 2025. Access the official IARC Summer School website to apply.
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