Funders & Donors
Funders
Funders & Donors
Funders
Driving Institutional and Strategic Support! Please use the FUNDER FORM below to get started, THANK YOU!
About the Funders:
Our Funders are key institutions and organizations that provide critical financial backing to sustain the Portugal-USA Cancer Initiative. These include major research funding agencies, foundations, and philanthropic organizations dedicated to advancing cancer research, training, and patient care. Among our principal funders are the Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia (FCT), Fundação Luso-Americana para o Desenvolvimento (FLAD), and the Agência de Investigação Clínica e Inovação Biomédica (AICIB). These institutions recognize the strategic importance of fostering international collaboration in the fight against cancer and are committed to supporting our programs.
Please use the FUNDER FORM below to get started, THANK YOU!
Why Become a Funder?
Funders of the Portugal-USA Cancer Initiative contribute to a visionary transatlantic partnership that accelerates scientific discoveries and translates them into tangible clinical benefits. By investing in this initiative, funders:
By Investing in this Initiative, Funders...
- Strengthen global networks between leading cancer research institutions in Portugal and the USA.
- Drive scientific innovation by supporting high-impact research collaborations.
- Enhance training and career development opportunities for early-career scientists.
- Expand Portugal’s and the USA’s leadership in cutting-edge oncology research.
Accountability & Impact:
We ensure transparency and accountability in all our funded programs through…
- Rigorous Selection Processes: Programs like the Visiting Professorship, Summer Cancer Course, and Collaborative Research & Trainee Sabbaticals undergo strict evaluation by independent advisory committees.
- Annual Reports: Funders receive comprehensive reports detailing progress, impact metrics, and financial summaries.
- Engagement & Visibility: Funders have the opportunity to participate in strategic discussions, attend program events, and be recognized in official materials.
Become a Part of Our Vital Mission.
Cancer knows no borders — and neither does progress. UPIC-Cancer brings together top institutions in Portugal and the U.S. to accelerate cancer research, education, and care.
Calling all institutional funder, your support fuels meaningful breakthroughs and life-saving collaboration.
Please use the Funder Form to learn how you can support or fund our work. THANK YOU!