Grass Roots Research Award
ForecastedInternal — Medical University of South Carolina only
The Grass Roots Research Award from MUSC funds community-driven, innovative cancer research projects that align with Hollings Cancer Center’s strategic goals.
Funder: Medical University of South Carolina
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 total for 12 months (pilot project)
Summary: Supports innovative, community-driven cancer research projects addressing local needs and strategic priorities of the Hollings Cancer Center.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may shift—verify on the program page before applying.
Description
The Grass Roots Research Award, offered by the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Hollings Cancer Center, provides pilot funding for innovative cancer research that is directly informed by community needs and priorities. The program aims to catalyze interdisciplinary projects—spanning basic, translational, clinical, and population science—that align with the Center’s strategic goals. Emphasis is placed on projects that demonstrate a strong, evidence-based connection to cancer challenges identified by local communities, with the intent to generate preliminary data supporting future external grant applications.
