The Fiscal Year 2024 Department of Defense Glioblastoma Research Program (GBMRP) outlines funding opportunities for independent investigators focused on innovative research into glioblastoma treatments. Two primary award mechanisms are detailed: the Hypothesis Development Award and the Resource Development Award.
The Hypothesis Development Award encourages exploratory research without the necessity for preliminary data, with a focus on groundbreaking concepts in areas like drug delivery and biomarkers. A single investigator can receive up to $200,000, while partnerships can secure $300,000 for up to two years.
Conversely, the Resource Development Award necessitates preliminary data and supports the advancement of preclinical model systems, allowing for funding of up to $500,000 over three years. Both awards require a Letter of Intent prior to full application submission and do not permit clinical trials.
Submission deadlines for both awards are November 6, 2024, for the Letter of Intent and November 20, 2024, for the full application, indicating a structured approach to advancing glioblastoma research through government funding.
The Department of Defense (DOD) is announcing its Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Glioblastoma Resource Development Award, aimed at advancing research in glioblastoma, a malignant brain tumor, with a funding pool of $10 million. This program is designed to enhance preclinical model systems that can improve glioblastoma patient survival and treatment efficacy. Applicants are encouraged to propose innovative research focused on glioblastoma classified as isocitrate dehydrogenase (IDH)-wild type.
The submission process involves a two-step application: submitting a pre-application via the Electronic Biomedical Research Application Portal (eBRAP) and a full application through Grants.gov, with deadlines set for November 2024. Successful grant proposals are expected to showcase preliminary data, a Resource Distribution Plan, and adherence to robust research methodologies that advance understanding and treatment of glioblastoma. Eligibility extends to various organizations, requiring no cost-sharing and encouraging collaborations among military, academic, and industry partners.
The DOD emphasizes a transparent review process, wherein applications will undergo peer evaluation based on criteria such as research strategy, resource distribution, and potential impact on patient care. The total budget for each award is capped at $500,000 over a three-year duration, with results aimed at benefiting service members and the general public affected by glioblastoma.