Florida Cancer Innovation Fund
Limited submission
The Florida Cancer Innovation Fund from the Florida Department of Health funds rapid, high-impact cancer research and treatment innovations that produce immediate, measurable clinical or prevention outcomes.
Funder: Florida Department of Health
Due Dates: September 25, 2026 (Period 1) | November 6, 2026 (Period 2) | December 18, 2026 (Period 3)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,000,000 per project for a 12-month period; approximately $70 million total available for FY 2026-27.
Summary: Supports rapid, high-impact cancer research and treatment innovation in Florida, emphasizing immediate clinical, translational, or prevention outcomes.
Key Information: Only one application per PI per cycle; all projects must be completed within 12 months.
Description
The Florida Cancer Innovation Fund, administered by the Florida Department of Health under the Casey DeSantis Cancer Research Program, is designed to accelerate innovative cancer research and treatment models across Florida. The initiative prioritizes projects with immediate, measurable impact on cancer care, including rapid clinical translation, implementation of new technologies, and nutrition or generic drug repurposing for prevention and treatment. The fund emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, outcome-driven research, and breaking down institutional silos to improve patient outcomes statewide. Supported projects must be agile, scalable, and completed within a strict 12-month timeframe.
