NCI Mentored Research Scientist Development Award to Promote Diversity (K01 Clinical Trial Required)
ID: 335509Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/335509

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-21-296.html
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NCI Mentored Research Scientist Development Award to Promote Diversity (K01), a federal grant aimed at enhancing diversity within the cancer research workforce. This opportunity is designed to support individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in biomedical, behavioral, social, and clinical sciences by providing salary and research funding for a period of 3-5 years under the mentorship of experienced researchers, specifically for those proposing to lead independent clinical trials. The grant offers up to $100,000 annually for salary and $30,000 for research expenses, with applications due by November 12, 2024. Interested applicants can find more information and application guidelines at the NIH website or contact the NIH OER Webmaster at OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov
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    The National Cancer Institute (NCI) under the Department of Health and Human Services is offering the Mentored Research Scientist Development Award to Promote Diversity (K01), aimed at increasing diversity in cancer research. This grant supports individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, providing salary and research funding for a period of 3-5 years under experienced mentorship, fostering career development in clinical research settings. The program encourages applicants planning independent clinical trials while emphasizing the importance of diversity among researchers to enhance cancer-related health outcomes in underserved populations. Eligible applicants must hold a doctoral degree and commit 75% of their time to research activities. The grant provides up to $100,000 annually for salary and $30,000 for associated research expenses. Interested parties must adhere to strict application guidelines and submit proposals through the NIH's systems. The overarching goal is to nurture a diverse scientific workforce capable of addressing significant public health challenges related to cancer, thereby reinforcing the importance of diverse perspectives in advancing biomedical research efforts. This funding opportunity is valid until November 13, 2024, pending available appropriations and meritorious applications.
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