EGRP News Flash - October 18, 2011

Applications Invited for International Development and Education Award

The Conquer Cancer FoundationExternal Web Site Policy of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) invites applications for its International Development and Education Award (IDEA) program. This award provides support for early-career oncologists in low- and middle-income countries. The deadline for receipt of applications is January 11, 2012.

The award includes the opportunity to attend the ASCO Annual Meeting, be paired with a mentor from the United States or Canada, spend several days at the mentor's institution, and develop long-term relationships to improve cancer care in the recipients' countries. More information is available at the Conquer Cancer Foundation Web siteExternal Web Site Policy.