This flagship Emerging Leader Award supports early independent investigators worldwide pursuing daring, innovative cancer research. New for 2026, the award has expanded globally and increased its total funding to $1 million over 4 years. Applications are open now.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Holds MD, PhD, or equivalent.
- Independent faculty appointment 3–8 years prior to December 31, 2026 (2018–2023).
- Must lead independent lab space, personnel hiring, and hold active multi-year funding (e.g., NIH R01).
- Open to researchers at non-profit academic/research institutions globally.
Funding Details:
- $1,000,000 USD total distributed over 4 years ($250k/year).
Deadline:
- Opens March 25, 2026.
- Full‑application deadline April 30, 2026 at 5 PM EDT.
Where to go for further information:
- Official page: Emerging Leader Award 2026
- Contact: see portal; secondary: amy.cook@med.usc.edu