Young Investigator Award for Veteran Cancer
The Young Investigator Award for Veteran Cancer provides a one-year, $50,000 mentored grant to support physicians transitioning from oncology fellowship to faculty who are U.S. Veterans or whose research focuses on cancer issues affecting Veterans. Awardees conduct a patient-oriented clinical oncology project under the guidance of an experienced mentor.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Physician (MD, DO, or international equivalent) in the last two years of oncology subspecialty training at a U.S. academic medical institution
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Within 10 years of obtaining medical degree at time of submission (exceptions may apply for foreign graduates)
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Planning an investigative career in clinical oncology
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Valid, active U.S. medical license where research will be conducted
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Working in an oncology laboratory or clinical research setting
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At least 60% protected research time during the award year
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ASCO member (or submitted membership application)
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Mentor from the sponsoring institution (must be ASCO member or have a supporting ASCO letter)
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Plus one of the following Veteran-focused criteria:
– The applicant is a U.S. Veteran
– The proposed research uses Veteran patient populations/data or addresses cancers prevalent in Veterans or health-services research to improve oncology care for Veterans
Funding Details:
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Award Amount: $50,000 USD
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Duration: 1 year (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027)
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Supports personnel, research expenses, and travel to present at the ASCO Annual Meeting
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No overlap allowed with other scientific/budgetary funding
Key Dates:
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Opens: September 18, 2024 at 12:00 AM (EDT)
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Deadline: March 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM (EDT)
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Award Term: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
How to Apply & Further Information:
Questions? Contact [email protected]
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