Policy Initiatives
Policy Initiatives supports researchers and organizations through rapid-response policy research to reduce breast cancer incidence, morbidity, and mortality in California.
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Funder: University of California
Due Dates: October 29, 2026, at noon PT (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $260,000 for projects lasting up to 6 months
Summary: Supports policy research to reduce breast cancer incidence, morbidity, and mortality in California.
Key Information: The principal investigator and applicant institution must be in California, with research conducted primarily in the state.
Description
Policy Initiatives is a rapid-response research mechanism administered by the California Breast Cancer Research Program (CBCRP) within the University of California’s Research Grants Program Office. It aims to close the gap between research and public or private policy by supporting work that helps create an environment in California that leads to less breast cancer. CBCRP periodically releases project-specific opportunities addressing research gaps that can quickly inform breast cancer-related policy.
The 2026–2027 funding cycle includes the Menopause, Treatment Guidelines, and Breast Cancer Policy Initiative. Proposed research must address at least one CBCRP priority issue. The program emphasizes improved health outcomes, the needs of populations historically underserved or underrepresented in breast cancer research, and questions or resources unique to California.
