This opportunity funds research projects that expand and improve mammalian cancer and tumor models used in translational research. Projects should demonstrate that these models are robust representations of human biology, appropriate for clinical questions, and provide reliable patient-relevant information. Activities may include overcoming translational deficiencies, defining new model uses, advancing standard practices, validating models, and challenging current translational methodologies.
Eligible applicants include a wide range of U.S. organizations such as Native American tribal governments, for-profit organizations, nonprofits, institutions of higher education, government entities at various levels, and small businesses. Specific eligibility details are provided in the funding ann