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Clinical Investigator Award is sponsored by Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation. The Damon Runyon Clinical Investigator Award supports independent young physician-scientists conducting disease-oriented research that demonstrates a high level of innovation and creativity. The goal is to support the best young physician-scientists doing work aimed at improving the practice of cancer medicine.
The award provides financial support for three years, assistance with certain research costs, and can include medical school debt repayment.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Independent young physician-scientists conducting disease-oriented research. No other physician-scientist mentored career development award from a private source (non-federal government) may be held concurrently. Federal government career development awards (e.g., NIH K08, K12, K23) are allowed. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $600,000 over three years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Clinical Investigator Award is funded by Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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