This funding opportunity supports innovative basic research projects investigating the biological and genetic bases of cancer health disparities. Funded activities include mechanistic studies of biological factors, development and testing of new methodologies and models, and secondary data analyses. The program also aims to build a nationwide cohort of scientists with expertise in cancer health disparities to expand research resources such as biospecimens and patient-derived models. Clinical trials are not allowed under this opportunity.
Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations such as nonprofits, institutions of higher education, small businesses, government entities at various levels, tribal governments, and for-profit organizations other than small businesses. Specific eligibility details should be confirmed with
