Cancer Center American Cancer Society Institutional Research Grant Competition
Cancer Center American Cancer Society Institutional Research Grant Competition supports new Indiana University investigators’ cancer pilot studies to generate preliminary data for competitive national funding.
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Funder: Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute
Due Dates: October 2, 2026 (LOI) | October 27, 2026 (Full submission)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000
Summary: Supports beginning Indiana University investigators’ cancer research pilot projects that generate preliminary data for nationally competitive external funding.
Key Information: Applicants cannot hold an active national competitive research grant, regardless of its topic.
Description
The IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center announces funding from the American Cancer Society Institutional Research Grant (ACS-IRG) for new cancer research pilot projects. Listed through Indiana CTSI, the competition supports beginning investigators as they initiate independent research programs and aims to attract new Indiana University investigators into cancer research.
The program focuses on pilot studies that produce preliminary data, laying the groundwork for research that can compete successfully for external national funding from federal and private sources. It connects early project support with the development of independent cancer research programs.
