HEMMI – FAQ

Do you have questions about our foundation? On this page we answer the most common and frequently asked questions. If you still cannot find an answer, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Your questions – our answers

What is the purpose of the Foundation?

The foundation promotes medical research in general and cancer research in particular.

Who is the recipient of the annual HEMMI Prize?

The competition is aimed at young researchers who are working on a project in the field of medical research in general or in oncology in particular at a Swiss hospital, institute or in private practice.

Is there an age limit for participation in the award competition?

No, but younger researchers are particularly encouraged to submit their work.

What documents should be sent?

The application should include a description of the project, the study protocol approved by the ethics committee, any results and publications already available, information on the intended purpose and a curriculum vitae.

Is it necessary to have the approval of the respective ethics committee?

Research projects within the scope of the Swiss Human Research Act (HRA) must obtain approval from the cantonal ethics committee before they are carried out. This approval must be submitted with the application, but at the latest before the award is made.

In which form should the applications be submitted?

The required documents should be saved in a single PDF file and sent to lic. iur. Simon Rosenthaler, President of the Foundation Board, rosenthaler@ssp-law.ch.

What is the amount of funding for each project?

As a rule, two projects are awarded a prize each year and each receives CHF 25,000 in funding.