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Exploratory Grants in Cancer Control (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of HealthCloses Sep 7, 2028(695 days left)

Does this fit your business?

This is an NIH exploratory (R21) research grant for early-stage, novel population-based cancer control research—behavior change, screening, cancer causes, and new methods or models. It is for organizations that can run a genuine research project, including universities, nonprofits, small and other for-profit businesses, and governments. Retail, construction, or finance firms with no research capability should not bother, and neither should anyone needing a guaranteed award amount, since the per-

Best for
Healthcare & biotech research teams, Universities and research institutions, Nonprofits and community-based organizations, Small businesses doing cancer-related R&D
Not for
Retail, construction, or finance businesses with no research angle, Organizations seeking operating or expansion funding, Anyone needing a guaranteed award amount up front
Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Healthcare & BiotechMatches your industry (health, medical, biomedical, clinical)
94
Strong Match
Technology & SoftwareMatches your industry (tech)
76
Strong Match
Agriculture & FarmingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to agriculture & farming
54
Possible Match
Arts & CultureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to arts & culture
54
Possible Match
Education & TrainingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to education & training
54
Possible Match
Energy & Clean TechLimit: Nothing in this notice points to energy & clean tech
54
Possible Match
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Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Environment & ConservationLimit: Nothing in this notice points to environment & conservation
54
Possible Match
Finance & BankingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to finance & banking
54
Possible Match
Food & BeverageLimit: Nothing in this notice points to food & beverage
54
Possible Match
Housing & Real EstateLimit: Nothing in this notice points to housing & real estate
54
Possible Match
ManufacturingLimit: Not clearly about your industry or what you need funding for; check the…
54
Possible Match
Retail & E-CommerceLimit: Nothing in this notice points to retail & e-commerce
54
Possible Match
Social Services & NonprofitLimit: Nothing in this notice points to social services & nonprofit
54
Possible Match
Transportation & LogisticsLimit: Not clearly about your industry or what you need funding for; check the…
54
Possible Match
Construction & InfrastructureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to construction & infrastructure
53
Possible Match

These are our matcher’s estimates for a typical business in each industry. A real match depends on your size, your state and what you need the money for — check your own fit.

What this funds

Money can be used for
Research, R&D
Who can apply
Small businesses, For-profit companies, Nonprofits, State and local governments, Tribal governments and organizations, Colleges and universities, Other applicants (see eligibility)

Questions about this grant

When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is September 7, 2028.
Who can apply for this grant?
Eligible applicants include nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), small businesses, for-profit organizations, private and public institutions of higher education, state, county, city and special district governments, independent school districts, public housing authorities, federally recognized and other Native American tribal organizations, and certain others such as faith-based and community-based organizations, some foreign entities, and U.S. territories.
Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?
The facts do not say. Small businesses are listed as eligible, but the notice does not specify whether sole proprietors or single-member LLCs qualify, so check the full announcement before assuming you can apply.
Can a nonprofit apply?
Yes. Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) are both listed as eligible, and faith-based or community-based organizations may also apply.

Summary

NIH R21 exploratory grants for early-stage, novel population-based cancer control research—behavior change, screening, etiology, and new methods, models or applications. Open to nonprofits, universities, small and other for-profit businesses, state/local/tribal governments, schools, housing authorities, faith- and community-based organizations, and some foreign entities.

About this grant

This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) encourages the submission of exploratory/developmental research grant (R21) applications that focus on different aspects of cancer control by modifying behavior, screening, and understanding etiologic factors contributing to the development of cancer, and developing ways to control cancer. The overarching goal is to provide support to promote the early and conceptual stages of research efforts on novel scientific ideas that have the potential to substantially advance population-based cancer research, such as the development of novel techniques, agents, methodologies, models, or applications that could have a major impact on a field of cancer research (epidemiologic, biomedical, behavioral, health care delivery or clinical).

Who can apply

Other Eligible Applicants include the following:

Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession.

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Health
  • Cancer
  • Research
  • Behavioral health
  • Public health

Program contact

National Institutes of Healthgrantsinfo@nih.gov301-402-2541

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