DoD Prostate Cancer, Idea Development Award
ID: 358988Type: 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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    The Department of the Army, through the US Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRAA), is offering the FY25 Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) Idea Development Award, aimed at supporting innovative research proposals that address prostate cancer challenges. This grant opportunity encourages applications from both established researchers and new investigators, with a total estimated funding of $26.4 million, including $19.2 million for established researchers and $7.2 million for new investigators, to foster advancements in understanding prostate cancer and improving patient outcomes. The application process consists of a two-step submission, with a pre-application due by August 8, 2025, and a full application due by August 29, 2025, emphasizing the importance of multidisciplinary collaborations and experienced collaborators for new investigators. Interested applicants can reach out to the CDMRP Help Desk at help@eBRAP.org or call 301-682-5507 for further assistance.

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    The Department of Defense (DOD) has announced the FY25 Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) Idea Development Award, targeting innovative research proposals to combat prostate cancer. The funding, approximately $19.2 million for established researchers and $7.2 million for new investigators, supports projects addressing specific DOD challenges in understanding prostate cancer progress, developing treatments, and improving patient quality of life. Applications involve a two-step process: a pre-application due by August 8, 2025, followed by a full application due by August 29, 2025. The program encourages participation from diverse organizations, including academic, non-profit, and for-profit entities. Important components of the application include innovation, impact, and feasibility. Particular emphasis is placed on multidisciplinary collaborations and the requirement of experienced collaborators for new investigators. Funding decisions will be based on peer-reviewed scientific merit and programmatic relevance. This initiative reflects the DOD's commitment to advancing prostate cancer research within the context of public health and military service members and their families, aiming to improve health outcomes and provide sustainable solutions for those affected by the disease.
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