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Application portal was open from January 12, 2026 and closed March 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET; the 2026 cycle has now closed.
Distinguished Scientist Award is sponsored by Sontag Foundation Inc.. A prestigious career development award for early-career scientists in brain cancer research. It supports high-risk, high-impact projects with the potential to transform the understanding or treatment of primary brain tumors, providing long-term funding to help recipients establish themselves as leaders in neuro-oncology.
Geographic focus: United States and Canada
Focus areas: Brain Cancer, Neuro-oncology, Basic Science, Translational Research
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Please consider your browser to a newer version, or downloading a Scientific Advisory Board Annual Report & Financials Distinguished Science Award Annual Scientific Retreat About Venture Philanthropy Home > Grant Application Process Guidelines for The Distinguished Scientist Award Interested applicants should carefully read the following information about the award and application process before applying.
2026 Application Portal is now open and will close on 3/18/26. “The Sontag Foundation provides mentorship, direct exposure, and access to a cadre of senior and peer mentors that is unattainable in any other setting. ” Lionel Chow, M.
D. , PhD ’11 DSA Children’s Hospital of Dayton 2026 Application Portal will open: 1/12/2026 2026 Application Deadline: 3/18/2026 (11:59pm ET) 2026 Funding Awards Announced: Fall 2026 Before applying, carefully read the grant information and FAQs posted through the link below. Grant information and FAQ’s This prestigious $750,000 award is paid over a five-year period at $150,000 per year.
*In 2023, the total funding award increased to $750,000 over a five-year period. Prior year funding was $600,000 disbursed over a four-year period. Becoming a Sontag Distinguished Scientist “The Sontag Foundation’s support of people rather than a specific idea or project is refreshing and much appreciated.
I felt empowered to think and do things differently and it motivated me to make a difference in the lives of brain cancer patients as quickly as possible. I try to support my lab members the same way. ” Santosh Kesari, M.
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’06 DSA Chair, Department of Translational Neurosciences Pacific Neuroscience Institute Shandra Koler manages the portfolio of grants and contracts for the Foundation and assists grant applicants interested in applying for this award. 904. 273.
8755 / skoler@sontagfoundation. org Funding tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 info@sontagfoundation.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Early-career faculty at tax-exempt academic, medical, or research institutions in the United States or Canada. Applicants must have received their first independent faculty appointment no earlier than March 1, 2021, and no later than January 1, 2026 (for the 2026 cycle). Must hold an MD, PhD, or equivalent degree. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $750,000 ($150,000 per year for 5 years). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was March 18, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Distinguished Scientist Award is funded by Sontag Foundation Inc.. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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NCI Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) Academic Career Excellence (ACE) Award (K32) is a grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) that funds early postdoctoral fellows from diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented groups, to pursue research training in cancer-related fields. The K32 award supports fellows within 12 months prior to transitioning into, or within the first two years of, a postdoctoral position. The program, operated through NCI's Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities (CRCHD), aims to enhance the pool of qualified diverse cancer researchers. Beginning with the June 12, 2025 due date, the CURE ACE Award is available in both Independent Clinical Trial Required and Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed versions. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents at time of award.
Innovation Grant is a grant from the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations pursuing unique, high-impact projects that improve health and wellness in Arizona communities. This two-year award supports original initiatives with measurable real-world impact, including programs serving underserved and uninsured populations through oral health education, disease prevention, and nutritional access. Projects must demonstrate the potential to make a meaningful difference in the community and stand apart from conventional approaches. Eligible applicants are Arizona-based nonprofit organizations. Awards total $100,000 per recipient over two years. The 2026 application cycle closed October 16, 2025, with recipients notified in late 2025 and funding made available shortly after.