Exploratory, high-risk/high-reward pilot funding to establish feasibility, methods, or proof-of-concept across the cancer research continuum; preliminary data not required (helpful if present).
Eligibility Criteria:
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Independent investigators at any career stage with doctoral degree and full-time faculty (or equivalent) at a US not-for-profit.
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No citizenship restriction; only one DBG per cycle starting Dec 2025; cannot co-submit RSG or CSDG that cycle.
Funding Details:
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Up to $135,000 direct/year for up to 2 years + 10% IDC (max $297,000/2-yr).
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One resubmission allowed; standard budget flexibility and NCE policy apply.
Deadline:
June 1 and December 1 electronic submission deadlines; ACS cycle schedule applies.
Where to go for further information:
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ProposalCentral application and ACS policies.