RESEARCH FUNDING
The Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation’s primary focus is to fund ovarian cancer research. Research remains the only solution to save women’s lives.
INFORMATION FOR RESEARCHERS
OCRF NATIONAL RESEARCH GRANTS PROGRAM
The OCRF is proud to fund researchers in Australian and New Zealand hospitals, universities, and medical research institutes with a passion for ovarian cancer research. The OCRF is dedicated to funding innovative and high potential ovarian cancer research with the aim of improving outcomes for patients and families everywhere.
Grant applications for the FY2025 funding round are now closed. Applications for FY2026 will open in May 2025, all applications are reviewed in accordance with our grant funding process.
Apply for an OCRF research grant
Applications for the OCRF National Research Grants Program can be made using our Grants Portal. Once registered with the system, you will have access to the application form. Click the link below to apply.
Grant application & assessment
The OCRF grant application and assessment process is integral to supporting the most innovative ovarian cancer research in Australia and New Zealand.
Each year, the OCRF conducts an open and competitive call for grant applications. To ensure integrity, accountability and transparency when awarding funds, the OCRF coordinates a review of applications by the International Scientific Advisory Committee and Consumer Representative Panel whose recommendations are presented to the Board for review and final decision.
More details regarding OCRF grant eligibility and application guidelines can be downloaded below.