DoD Breast Cancer, Era of Hope Scholar Award
ID: 353153Type: 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/353153
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    Description

    The Department of the Army, through the US Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRAA), is offering the DoD Breast Cancer, Era of Hope Scholar Award, aimed at funding innovative research to combat breast cancer. This grant opportunity is designed for exceptionally talented scientists early in their careers who can demonstrate significant potential for impactful contributions in the field, particularly through visionary and collaborative approaches that include at least two breast cancer consumer advocates. The total estimated funding for this program is approximately $5.4 million, with a maximum award of $3.5 million available for a single project over a period of up to four years. Interested applicants must submit a pre-application by May 23, 2024, and full applications by June 4, 2024, with further inquiries directed to the CDMRP Help Desk at help@eBRAP.org or by phone at 301-682-5507.

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    help@eBRAP.org
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    HT942524BCRPEOHS-GG.pdf
    The DOD FY24 Breast Cancer Era of Hope Scholar Award aims to fund innovative research to combat breast cancer, specifically targeting individuals early in their research careers who demonstrate potential for significant contributions in the field. This funding opportunity, initiated by the Department of Defense's Breast Cancer Research Program (BCRP), allocates $150 million for fiscal year 2024, with an emphasis on addressing various overarching challenges related to breast cancer, such as prevention, treatment, and understanding disease dynamics. Applicants must submit a pre-application by May 23, 2024, and full applications by June 4, 2024, with funding anticipated to support one award of up to $3.5 million over a maximum of four years. Each proposal should detail a visionary approach to breast cancer research, emphasizing creativity and collaboration—particularly with at least two breast cancer consumer advocates. The proposal review process includes peer evaluation for scientific merit followed by a programmatic review for relevance to BCRP goals. Successful projects will contribute to advancements in the understanding and treatment of breast cancer, benefiting active-duty service members, veterans, and the general public. Compliance with strict submission guidelines is mandatory, with various administrative actions outlined for those who fail to meet specified requirements.
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