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Find similar grantsDoD Peer Reviewed Cancer, Career Development Award- Scholar Option (CDA-SO) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD). Supports an independent, highly accomplished early-career investigator (Scholar) to conduct impactful research under the guidance of an experienced cancer researcher (Career Guide).
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Opportunity Listing - DOD Peer Reviewed Cancer, Career Development Award – Scholar Option DOD Peer Reviewed Cancer, Career Development Award – Scholar Option Agency: Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA Assistance Listings: 12. 420 -- Military Medical Research and Development Last Updated: May 13, 2026 View version history on Grants.
gov Summary: The fiscal year 2025 (FY25) Peer Reviewed Cancer Research Program (PRCRP) Career Development Award – Scholar Option (CDA-SO) supports an independent, highly accomplished early-career investigator (referred to as a Scholar) to conduct impactful research under the guidance of an experienced cancer researcher (i.e., Career Guide).
Under this award mechanism, the early-career investigator is considered the Principal Investigator (PI), and the application should focus on the PI’s research and career development. Distinctive Features: The Scholar must designate a Career Guide. The Career Guide can only be a mentor to one CDA-SO applicant and must be willing to commit to participation in the Virtual Cancer Center.
Scholars are required to participate in the unique, interactive Virtual Cancer Center (VCC) focused on fostering the next generation of cancer researchers. Funding Details: (New for FY25) Funding limits are now listed as total cost limits, which is the combination of both direct and indirect costs. Grantor contact information File name Description Last updated HT942525PRCRPCDASO_GG2.
pdf FY25 PRCRP CDASO Program Annoucement Jun 11, 2025 11:59 AM UTC Link to additional information Funding opportunity number : Cost sharing or matching requirement : Funding instrument type : Opportunity Category Explanation : Category of Funding Activity : Science technology and other research and development Your account requires additional identity verification.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Independent, highly accomplished early-career investigators with significant accomplishments including first-author publications and extramural funding. Must have independent laboratory space. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
DoD Peer Reviewed Cancer, Career Development Award- Scholar Option (CDA-SO) is funded by Department of Defense (DoD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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