AACR-Debbie’s Dream Foundation Gastric Cancer Innovation and Discovery Grant
Funds innovative research to discover and study new targets or biomarkers for gastric cancer, aiming to advance treatment and understanding of the disease.
Funder: American Association for Cancer Research
Due Dates: July 22, 2026: Full application submission deadline (online application via ProposalCentral by 1:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: $50,000 total for a 1-year project; up to $2,500 may be used for indirect costs.
Summary: Supports innovative basic, translational, or clinical research to identify and investigate new targets or biomarkers relevant to gastric cancer.
Key Information: Applicant must be an AACR member in good standing by the deadline; independent investigator status required.
Description
This grant encourages innovative research and the translation of basic scientific discoveries into new treatment options for gastric cancer. It supports projects focused on identifying and investigating novel, druggable targets or biomarkers relevant to gastric cancer. The program is open to researchers both within and outside the gastric cancer field, including those from other cancer or biomedical research areas. Funding can be used for a range of research-related expenses, including salary support, equipment, laboratory supplies, and other project costs.
