Cancer Tissue Engineering Collaborative: Enabling Biomimetic Tissue-Engineered Technologies for Cancer Research (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 337486Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $40K

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/337486

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-22-099.html
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Cancer Tissue Engineering Collaborative: Enabling Biomimetic Tissue-Engineered Technologies for Cancer Research," aimed at supporting the development of advanced biomimetic tissue-engineered technologies specifically for cancer research. This initiative encourages collaborative, multidisciplinary projects that integrate regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, biomaterials, and bioengineering with cancer biology to create innovative experimental models that accurately reflect cancer pathophysiology. The funding opportunity, which has a maximum award ceiling of $400,000 per year for up to five years, is open to a wide range of eligible applicants, including higher education institutions, nonprofits, and both domestic and foreign entities. Interested parties should note that the application deadline is May 7, 2025, and can find further details and application guidelines at the provided NIH link or by contacting the NIH OER Webmaster at OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, led by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI), has issued a funding opportunity titled "Cancer Tissue Engineering Collaborative." This initiative aims to support the development of biomimetic tissue-engineered technologies specifically for cancer research, focusing on enhancing experimental models that closely mimic tumor biology. The funding opportunity, which is a reissue of previous announcements, encourages collaborative, multidisciplinary research involving regenerative medicine, bioengineering, and cancer biology. Key dates include a posting date of January 21, 2022, and various application deadlines extending through 2025, with maximum project budgets capped at $400,000 per year for up to five years. Eligibility is broad, encompassing higher education institutions, nonprofits, and both domestic and foreign entities. The FOA promotes innovative research that yields new insights into cancer mechanisms and potential treatment avenues while adhering to strict application guidelines. Review criteria for applications will focus on significance, innovation, approach, and investigator expertise, ensuring a competitive selection process for quality projects that address critical cancer challenges.
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