California Breast Cancer Research Program Policy Initiative
The California Breast Cancer Research Program Policy Initiative funds research by the University of California to inform and evaluate policies that reduce breast cancer impact across California.
Funder: University of California
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (application portal opens) | October 29, 2026 (full application deadline, 12 noon PT)
Funding Amounts: Up to $260,000 per award; typically 1-year duration; annual competition.
Summary: Supports research that informs or evaluates policies to reduce breast cancer incidence, morbidity, and mortality in California, emphasizing policy relevance and public health impact.
Key Information: Projects must be led by and conducted primarily in California; policy focus is essential.
Description
The California Breast Cancer Research Program (CBCRP) Policy Initiative, administered by the University of California, funds research projects that inform, evaluate, or guide the creation and implementation of policies aimed at reducing breast cancer incidence, morbidity, and mortality across California. The program emphasizes policy-relevant research with clear potential to impact public health outcomes, including studies on prevention, detection, treatment, survivorship, and health disparities. Proposals must articulate the policy implications of the research and demonstrate benefits for California communities.
