Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancers Career Development Award, in Partnership with Pelotonia & AACR
The AACR Victoria’s Secret Global Fund Career Development Award supports early-stage women scientists advancing research and equity in breast and gynecologic cancers.
Funder: American Association for Cancer Research
Due Dates: September 3, 2026 (Full application, 1:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: $206,000 total over 2 years (no indirect costs allowed)
Summary: Supports early-stage women scientists worldwide conducting innovative research in breast and gynecologic cancers, with an emphasis on health disparities and improved outcomes.
Key Information: Applicants must be AACR members in good standing by the deadline and devote at least 75% effort to relevant cancer research.
Description
This award, offered by the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) in partnership with Pelotonia and Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancers, is designed to accelerate progress in breast and gynecologic cancer research led by early-stage women scientists. The program funds innovative projects that advance the understanding, prevention, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of these cancers, with a particular focus on addressing cancer health disparities and improving outcomes for women globally. Projects may be in basic, translational, clinical, or population sciences, and proposals that specifically address the causes of cancer health disparities or propose strategies for equity are especially encouraged.
