Expanding Florida’s Cancer Research
Limited submission
Expanding Florida’s Cancer Research funds innovative, multidisciplinary cancer research and infrastructure projects statewide, led by the Florida Bankhead-Coley Cancer Research Program.
Funder: Florida Bankhead-Coley Cancer Research Program
Due Dates: August 11, 2026 (LOI opens) | August 26, 2026 (LOI deadline) | September 1, 2026 (Application opens) | October 13, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500,000 over 48 months for most categories; equipment/bridge grants up to $100,000; indirect costs capped at 15% of direct costs.
Summary: Supports innovative cancer research in Florida, emphasizing recruitment, informatics, infrastructure, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Key Information: Letter of Intent is required prior to application; all activities and funds must be based in Florida.
Description
This opportunity, administered by the Florida Bankhead-Coley Cancer Research Program, funds projects that strengthen Florida’s cancer research ecosystem. The program aims to attract new research talent and grant-producing investigators to Florida institutions, build bioinformatics infrastructure, promote multidisciplinary collaboration, and support projects with the potential to secure additional federal and private funding. Awards are made through a competitive, peer-reviewed process and cover a wide range of research, from discovery science and clinical trials to infrastructure and equipment.
