Continuation and Expansion of the National Mesothelioma Virtual Bank for Translational Research (U24)
ID: 360194Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA (HHS-CDC-HHSCDCERA)

Award Range

$1M - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360194
Timeline
    Description

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a funding opportunity for the continuation and expansion of the National Mesothelioma Virtual Bank for Translational Research (U24). This cooperative agreement aims to enhance the collection of biospecimens and related data to support biomedical research on malignant mesothelioma, requiring applicants to have an established registry and tissue bank capable of functioning as a national resource. The initiative is crucial for advancing research into early disease markers, treatment modalities, and improving health outcomes for mesothelioma patients. The total estimated funding for this program is $5.5 million, with a ceiling and floor award amount of $1.1 million, and applications must be submitted electronically by March 23, 2026, with an anticipated award date of August 1, 2026. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Bridgette Garrett at bgarrett@cdc.gov or by phone at 770-488-5715.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bridgette Garrett
    (770) 488-5715
    bgarrett@cdc.gov
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