AACR–American Cancer Society Award for Research Excellence in Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention

AACR–American Cancer Society Award for Research Excellence in Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention

Due Date: 06/30/2026

This AACR–ACS award recognizes outstanding research accomplishments in cancer epidemiology, biomarkers, and prevention, highlighting impactful work that advances population-level cancer control and risk reduction.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Cancer researchers worldwide may be nominated (confirm full criteria on award page).
  • Individual investigators only; institutions/organizations are not eligible.

Funding Details:

  • Recognition award supported by the American Cancer Society.
  • Nomination letter (max 1,000 words) should describe accomplishments in epidemiology/biomarkers/prevention and outline ongoing research trajectory.
  • Self‑nominations prohibited; submit via AACR’s electronic nomination platform.

Deadline:

  • June 30, 2026 (AACR nominations open January 1, 2026).

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