Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #HT942526MRPMASA
Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award for Early Career Investigators
Buyer
Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA
Posted
October 04, 2023
Respond By
October 14, 2026
Identifier
HT942526MRPMASA
NAICS
541715
This opportunity from the US Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) seeks to fund early career investigators through the Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Army, US Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) - Program Details: - Supports independent, early career investigators (no more than seven years from initial faculty appointment) - Scholars will join the Melanoma Academy, a virtual collaborative network for melanoma research and career development - Applicants must designate a Career Guide with a strong record in melanoma research and mentorship - No preliminary data required for application - Funding and Awards: - Up to two awards, each valued at $770,000 - Total anticipated funding is approximately $1.54 million - Maximum period of performance is three years per award - Notable Requirements: - Open to all qualified applicants; eligibility is unrestricted - Focus is on research and career development, not product procurement - No OEMs or vendors are specified, as this is a research grant opportunity, not a product or service procurement
Description
This funding opportunity supports early career investigators who are no more than seven years from their initial faculty appointment to join the Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy. The program focuses on both the Scholar's research and career potential in melanoma, requiring designation of a Career Guide with a strong mentorship and research record. Preliminary data are not required. Approximately $1.54 million is expected to fund two awards with a maximum total cost of $770,000 each over a period of up to 3 years.