National Cancer Institute Youth Enjoy Science Research Education Program (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Cancer Institute (NCI), has announced a funding opportunity for the National Cancer Institute Youth Enjoy Science Research Education Program (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed). This program aims to promote research education activities that engage students from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds in cancer research experiences, spanning from middle school through undergraduate studies, with a focus on research experiences, curriculum development, and outreach efforts. The initiative is crucial for enhancing diversity in the biomedical and behavioral sciences, ultimately fostering a new generation of researchers in cancer-related fields. Eligible organizations, including higher education institutions and nonprofits, can apply for grants with a budget cap of $400,000 per year for up to five years, with applications due by September 28, 2026. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the program's webpage at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-CA-24-026.html.
Eligible Applicants
Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are not eligible to apply Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed.