DoD Breast Cancer, Breakthrough Award
ID: 353147Type: Posted
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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
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    Description

    The Department of the Army, through the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRAA), is offering the DoD Breast Cancer Breakthrough Award, a federal grant aimed at supporting innovative research with the potential to significantly advance breast cancer management and prevention. This funding opportunity emphasizes large-scale human clinical trials and requires applicants to demonstrate preliminary data, a robust research team, and the involvement of breast cancer consumer advocates throughout the project. With an estimated total program funding of approximately $23.3 million and a budget cap of $15 million for individual projects, the application process includes a pre-application and a full proposal, with the closing date set for August 6, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to the CDMRP Help Desk at help@eBRAP.org for further assistance.

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    Posted
    The DOD FY24 Breast Cancer Breakthrough Award Level 4 funding opportunity aims to support high-impact, innovative research focused on ending breast cancer. The program, under the Defense Health Program's Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs, offers $150 million for impactful research, emphasizing clinical relevance and collaboration. Applicants must address specific challenges related to breast cancer, such as prevention, distinguishing between cancer types, tackling overdiagnosis, and improving treatment regimens. The funding supports large-scale human clinical trials and requires preliminary data, a robust research team, and consumer advocate involvement. A two-step application process includes a pre-application and a full proposal, both submitted through designated portals. Eligible applicants include various organizations, with no cost-sharing requirement. The anticipated total funding for one successful Breakthrough Award is approximately $23.3 million with a budget cap of $15 million. Successful awards will facilitate transformative advancements in breast cancer management relevant to military and public health. This initiative reflects a commitment to innovative research and enhancing breast cancer treatment outcomes.
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