Innovative Research in Cancer Nanotechnology (IRCN; R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 349497Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $475K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/349497

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-246.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting proposals for the "Innovative Research in Cancer Nanotechnology (IRCN; R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)" grant, aimed at fostering transformative discoveries in cancer biology through the application of nanotechnology. This initiative, led by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), seeks projects that address significant challenges in oncology by conducting mechanistic studies on nanomaterial interactions with biological systems, although clinical applications are not within the scope of this funding opportunity. The program emphasizes the importance of advancing cancer treatment and diagnostics through innovative research, with a funding ceiling of $475,000 per year for a maximum duration of five years. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by May 4, 2026, and can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries or visit the official announcement at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-246.html for more details.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is soliciting proposals through the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) titled "Innovative Research in Cancer Nanotechnology (IRCN)." This initiative, spearheaded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), aims to foster transformative discoveries in cancer biology using nanotechnology. Proposed projects must focus on understanding and addressing key challenges in oncology through fundamental mechanistic studies, but clinical applications are outside its scope. Key elements include application deadlines from October 3, 2023, to the final expiration on May 5, 2026, with anticipated budgets of $475,000 annually and a maximum project duration of five years. Eligible applicants range from educational institutions to for-profit organizations. The initiative promotes multi-disciplinary collaboration, encouraging ways to enhance nanoparticle delivery methods, improve diagnostics, and understand tumor microenvironments. Applications will be rigorously evaluated on significance, investigator qualifications, innovation, and overall approach, ensuring that only groundbreaking, scientifically robust projects receive funding. Compliance with registration processes and data management sharing is mandatory for potential applicants. This initiative underscores the NIH's commitment to advancing cancer treatment and diagnostic innovation through nanotechnology.
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