The Rising Tide Foundation for Clinical Cancer Research (RTFCCR) is now accepting applications for its 2025 Clinical Cancer Research Grant Program. This initiative aims to support innovative, patient-centered clinical trials that have the potential to significantly improve the quality of life, treatment options, early detection, and survivorship for cancer patients worldwide.
Eligibility:
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Principal Investigator must:
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Hold a doctoral degree
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Have completed postdoctoral training
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Hold a faculty appointment (or equivalent) at an academic or independent research institution
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Be an independent researcher with institutional support and resources
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Both new and established investigators are encouraged to apply
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Projects must clearly show departure from ongoing funded work
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Applicants with existing RTFCCR awards during the proposed new grant period are ineligible
Focus Areas:
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Improved Patient Outcomes
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Therapy Optimization
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Disease and Treatment Burden
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Implementation Research
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Science of Early Detection and Intervention
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Advancing Cancer Research in Underserved Areas (especially Sub-Saharan Africa)
Application Requirements:
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CV for PI and co-investigators (max 2 pages each, PDFs)
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Full research proposal (NIH-style format) including:
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Specific aims
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Background and significance
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Preliminary data (if available)
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Experimental design and methodology
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Statement on how the research will impact current patient care or improve early detection/prevention
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Completed Patient Involvement Plan
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Patient Consent Form
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Detailed budget justification, including costs for patient participation
Deadline:
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June 29, 2025
More Information & Application Portal:
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Website: Rising Tide Foundation for Clinical Cancer Research
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Contact: Available via website contact page