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Army Grant for Rare Cancers Research Resource and Community Development

This opportunity from the US Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) supports the Rare Cancers Research Program (RCRP) Resource and Community Development Award (RCDA). - Government Buyer: - US Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) - Department of the Army - Products/Services Requested: - Development of research resources and clinical/preclinical datasets for rare cancers - Creation and enhancement of patient tissue banks, cell and tumor models - Communication and dissemination strategies for scientific and patient communities - Infrastructure for sharing data and resources - Research to inform therapeutics and mechanistic understanding - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Engagement and partnership with Patient Advocates throughout the research lifecycle - Focus on community building and sustainability of research platforms - Preliminary data not required, but may be included to demonstrate feasibility - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a grant for research and development activities rather than procurement of commercial products.

Description

The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Rare Cancers Research Program (RCRP) Resource and Community Development Award (RCDA) supports the development of research resources and clinical or preclinical datasets to advance rare cancers research and improve outcomes for individuals with rare cancers. The research should address gaps such as lack of research and clinical resources, communication and dissemination strategies, infrastructure for sharing data, and therapeutics research. The award emphasizes engagement with Patient Advocates, community building, and sustainability of research platforms. Preliminary data are not required but may be included to address feasibility.

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