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NJCCR Pilot Program Research Grant (COCR26PPR) is sponsored by New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR), New Jersey Department of Health. This grant supports cancer research projects that address current priority areas related to genetic, biochemical, and environmental factors, behavioral and socioeconomic aspects, palliative care, pain management, and psychosocial effects of cancer.
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## **New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR)** ## **Fight Cancer Through Research** Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death in New Jersey. Every donation counts. The New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR) was established on January 17, 1983, with the passage of the “Cancer Research Act” by the New Jersey State Legislature.
NJCCR promotes significant and original research related to Cancer in New Jersey. The NJCCR functions as an independent body and serves as an important resource to providers and consumers of cancer services in the State.
The **mission** of the NJCCR is to ensure that the citizens of New Jersey receive the fullest benefit of our nation’s fight against cancer through the promotion and funding of research into the causes, prevention, and treatment of cancer. In pursuit of this mission, NJCCR funds cancer research focused on fostering fundamental creative discoveries, innovation, and improving health disparities in New Jersey.
NJCCR’s primary objectives include: * Review and authorize approved cancer research projects; * Apportion all available funds to qualifying research institutions to finance approved research projects and necessary institutional support services; * Ensure that funds appropriated to approved research projects are not diverted to any other use; * Take steps necessary to encourage the development within the State of research projects on: * pain management and palliative care for persons diagnosed with cancer and * Provide the Governor and the Legislature with an Annual Report describing the state of the commission’s activities and the results of its funded research efforts.
Each year the NJCCR receives a state appropriation to facilitate its mission of advancing cancer research in New Jersey. Additional funding for research grants comes from donations made on New Jersey State Individual Tax forms line #71 and proceeds from the specialty Conquer Cancer license plates.
### **2027 Grant Opportunities** NJCCR Request for Application (RFA) for the Fellowship Training Program RFA - NJCCR Request for Applications 2027 Pre-award Technical Assistance slides for RFA 2027 Supplemental NJCCR Bridge Grant Guidelines for RFA 2027 Email NJCCR@doh. nj.
gov for more information **Public Meeting Calendar** In compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act (NJSA 10:4-6 – 10:4-21) the following meetings are scheduled for the NJCCR: **Date/Time****Location** Tuesday, January 20, 2026 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Videoconference via MS Teams Wednesday, April 22, 2026 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Videoconference via MS Teams 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Videoconference via MS Teams 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION **Donate to Cancer Research** **General Cancer Research Fund** Donating to the general cancer research fund supports cancer research grants administered by NJCCR.
**Donate to Specific Cancer Research Funds** ****Commission Members, Pediatric Advisory Group, and NJCCR Staff**** NJCCR membership consists of 11 members who are volunteers appointed by the Governor. New Jersey residents wishing to be considered for appointment may submit his/her name to the Governor’s Office of Appointments. Information on how to apply can be found at: https://www.
nj. gov/governor/admin/bca. Kenneth R.
Adler**Morristown Medical Center**Kathleen Scotto**Rutgers School of Biomedical and Health Sciences **Generosa Grana**M. D.
Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper**Wendy Budin**Rutgers School of Nursing **Li Li**Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation**Shawna Hudson**Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School **Christine Schell**New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection**Uta Steinhauser (Commissioner’s Designee)**New Jersey Department of Health **Michele L.
Donato**Hackensack University Medical Center**Jane Flint**Princeton University **Pediatric Advisory Group** Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey**(Co-Chair) Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey**Daniel Notterman** Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hackensack University Medical Center**Ahmed-Rafat** Cooper Medical School of Rowan University **Lisa H.
Cummings**Executive Director**Candido Africa**Program Management Officer **Amir Bhochhibhoya**Program Management Officer**Anita Madavane**Grants Management Officer **Jitendra Jagasia**Grants Management Officer New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research PO Box 364, 25 South Stockton Street, 2 nd Floor Rear **Email:**NJCCR@doh. nj. gov
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Applicants with a Ph. D. , M. D. , D. O. , or equivalent graduate degree for all grant applications except for Predoctoral Fellowship and Pilot grants. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $100,000 for no more than two (2) years, with a fringe benefit rate up to 12%. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
NJCCR Pilot Program Research Grant (COCR26PPR) is funded by New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR), New Jersey Department of Health. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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