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FY26 Rare Cancers Research Program (RCRP) Concept Award is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP). This award supports the initial exploration of highly innovative, untested, potentially ground-breaking novel concepts in rare cancers.
The potential impact may be near-term or long-term but must move beyond a minor advancement and demonstrate the potential to lead to a fundamentally new strategy or approach. Must address focus areas like Biology, Preclinical Research Model, Therapy, or AI/ML Model.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Preliminary data not required; clinical trials not allowed. Must address at least one of the focus areas. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to USD$140,000 over 2 years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was September 16, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
FY26 Rare Cancers Research Program (RCRP) Concept Award is funded by Department of Defense (DoD) Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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