DoD Peer Reviewed Cancer, Career Development Award- Scholar Option
ID: 353919Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA (DOD-AMRAA)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353919
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    Description

    The Department of the Army, through the US Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRAA), is offering the FY24 Peer Reviewed Cancer Career Development Award (CDA) to support early-career investigators in conducting impactful cancer research relevant to military health. This grant, with an estimated total program funding of $15.36 million, aims to foster the development of Scholars—early-career researchers—who will work under the mentorship of experienced cancer researchers, referred to as Career Guides, within the framework of the Virtual Cancer Center (VCC). The initiative emphasizes the importance of advancing cancer research that addresses the health concerns of Service Members and their families, with a maximum budget of $800,000 available for each project over a period of up to four years. Interested applicants must submit a pre-application by July 12, 2024, and a full application by July 26, 2024, with further inquiries directed to the CDMRP Help Desk at help@eBRAP.org.

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    help@eBRAP.org
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    The Department of Defense (DOD) is announcing the FY24 Peer Reviewed Cancer Career Development Award (CDA) under the Defense Health Program, with a focus on improving cancer research and addressing military health concerns. This award, with $130 million allocated, aims to support early-career investigators—referred to as Scholars—in conducting impactful cancer research relevant to Service Members and their families. Applications must address specific topic areas, excluding melanoma and certain tumors, and demonstrate relevance to military health. The Scholar’s proposal must be accompanied by a Career Guide, an experienced researcher who commits to mentoring and supporting the Scholar through the Virtual Cancer Center (VCC). Key components of the application include a comprehensive career development plan, research strategy, and annual commitments to the VCC. The maximum budget for each project is set at $800,000 for a period of up to four years. Several submission deadlines are established, including a pre-application due by July 12, 2024, and a full application by July 26, 2024. The application will undergo rigorous peer and programmatic review processes to ensure quality and relevance. The initiative signifies DOD's dedication to advancing cancer research and improving health outcomes for the military community.
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