Several important eligibility requirements have been updated for this AACR award, including a strict new rule that disqualifies anyone receiving tobacco industry funding. Additionally, your required faculty appointment must now be fully confirmed at the time of application rather than being contingent on receiving this award. Please also note that if you are invited to submit a full application, you will now need to provide letters of reference.
Funder: American Association for Cancer Research
Due Dates: January 27, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | May 19, 2026 (Full application, by invitation)
Funding Amounts: $300,000 total over 3 years; covers salary, personnel, supplies, equipment, publication, and other research expenses.
Summary: Supports early-stage cancer researchers with projects advancing diversity and inclusion in basic, translational, or population sciences.