DoD Melanoma, Survivorship Research Award
ID: 358948Type: 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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https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358948
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    The Department of the Army, through the US Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRAA), is offering the FY25 Melanoma Survivorship Research Award to support innovative research aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of melanoma survivors and their caregivers. This grant encourages collaborative research that integrates insights from melanoma consumers, with a focus on various aspects of survivorship, including psychological impacts, symptom management, and healthcare delivery challenges, while explicitly excluding studies limited to animal models or survival rates without quality of life considerations. The total estimated program funding is $2,320,000, with a maximum award amount of $725,000 per project over a three-year performance period. Interested applicants must submit a pre-application by September 10, 2025, followed by a full application due by October 1, 2025, and can reach out to the CDMRP Help Desk at help@eBRAP.org for further assistance.

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    HT942525MRPSRA_GG.pdf
    The Department of Defense (DOD) announces the FY25 Melanoma Survivorship Research Award under the Defense Health Program to support innovative research aimed at improving the health and well-being of melanoma survivors and their caregivers. This program seeks to foster collaborative efforts that incorporate melanoma consumer insights into the research process. Applicants must submit a pre-application by September 10, 2025, followed by a full application due by October 1, 2025, targeting a maximum funding of $725,000 per award over a 3-year performance period. The program emphasizes research on various aspects of melanoma survivorship, including psychological impacts, symptom management, and healthcare delivery challenges. Strategies should address long-term effects of treatment and methods to improve quality of life while avoiding studies limited to animal models or survival rates without quality of life considerations. Key eligibility criteria include having a Principal Investigator from eligible organizations and mandatory collaboration with melanoma consumer partners. The application process involves detailed submission requirements, including budget formulations and clear evidence of support from collaborators. This funding opportunity reflects a commitment to enhancing melanoma care and aligns with military health considerations, aiming to bridge gaps in current research and treatment protocols.
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