[National Institutes of Health](https://www.nih.gov/)

November 21, 2025 (estimated)

Award amounts not specified; cooperative agreement (U01) mechanism; funding details to be announced in the full NOFO.

Supports early-stage development of novel informatics technologies to advance cancer research and management across the cancer research continuum.

This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not yet being solicited.

--- ## Description The National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), plans to announce a funding opportunity for the early-stage development of informatics technologies aimed at improving data acquisition, management, analysis, and dissemination across the cancer research continuum. This opportunity is a component of the Informatics Technology for Cancer Research (ITCR) Program and focuses on the creation or significant modification of tools for cancer biology, treatment, diagnosis, early detection, risk assessment, prevention, control, epidemiology, and health disparities. The initiative emphasizes: - Development of new, user-friendly informatics technologies. - Support for a wide range of cancer research, including discovery biology, population studies, and clinical/translational research. - Projects with clear rationale, user engagement plans, and realistic development milestones. Applicants are encouraged to begin developing collaborations and project ideas in anticipation of the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). --- ## Due Dates - Estimated application due date: November 21, 2025 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award ceiling and floor: Not yet specified. - Funding mechanism: Cooperative Agreement (U01). - Details regarding total program funding and typical award sizes will be provided in the forthcoming NOFO. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County governments - Independent school districts - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) - Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions) - Private institutions of higher education - For-profit organizations (other than small businesses) - Small businesses There is no cost sharing or matching requirement. --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not currently being accepted. - The full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) will be published at a later date, providing detailed instructions and requirements. - Prospective applicants are encouraged to monitor the [Grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359892) and the [ITCR program site](http://itcr.cancer.gov/) for updates. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must demonstrate potential to advance cancer research. - Proposals should include: - Novel informatics capabilities. - Plans for engaging end users and soliciting feedback. - Realistic timelines and milestones. - The U01 mechanism is a cooperative agreement involving substantial NIH programmatic involvement. --- ## External Links - [Grants.gov Forecast Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359892) - [ITCR Program Homepage](http://itcr.cancer.gov/) - [NIH Main Website](https://www.nih.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Affiliation | Email | Phone | |---------------------|---------------------------|------------------------------|---------------| | Juli Klemm, PhD | National Cancer Institute | [juli.klemm@nih.gov](mailto:juli.klemm@nih.gov) | 202-853-7889 |

Forecast to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Early-Stage Development of Informatics Technologies for Cancer Research and Management (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)

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