Global Oncology Program

Our Mission

The mission of the Global Oncology Program within UW-Madison’s Carbone Cancer Center is to foster partnerships between faculty and trainees across campus and with other national and international institutions, with the goal of addressing disparities in cancer care within low- and middle-income countries through research, education, outreach, capacity building, policymaking, and technological innovations.

Global Oncology Pilot Grant – Now Open

Apply for a $15,000 seed grant to support cancer research projects in low- and middle-income countries.

Open to UW–Madison faculty (UWCCC members or collaborators)

Full proposal due: July 21, 2025 – 5:00 PM CST

Selected grantees may present at future Global Oncology Symposiums.

Contact: globaloncology@uwcarbone.wisc.edu

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Undergraduate Opportunity

GO Cancer Care Across Cultures – UW–Madison Study Abroad Program

This unique study abroad course offers undergraduate students the opportunity to explore cancer care through a global and cross-cultural lens. Participants will engage with health systems, cultural practices, and global oncology challenges in an immersive international setting.

$1000 guaranteed scholarship for 2025-26
Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Open to: Sophomore+ undergrads (2.0+ GPA)

Apply by: Sept 19, 2025

Learn more!

See Course Listing

 

Program Leaders: Dr. Nabeel Zafar & Dr. Sofia Refetoff

Course Dates:
Madison: Dec 29, 2025 – Jan 3, 2026 (no class Dec 31–Jan 1)
Denmark: Jan 6–19, 2026

Questions?
Contact Emily Wink or Lindsay Heiser Barger

 

For questions, collaborations, or to learn more about our work, reach out to us at:

globaloncology@uwcarbone.wisc.edu 



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