The HCC Neuro-Oncology SPORE Career Enhancement Program supports early-career investigators conducting research on adult or pediatric gliomas. Funded through the NCI SPORE mechanism, the CEP provides seed funding plus departmental matching to launch glioma-focused research careers at Harvard-affiliated institutions.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must:
- Hold an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree
- Be in the final year of a clinical or postdoctoral fellowship OR within 5 years of their first faculty appointment at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor
- Propose research focused on adult or pediatric gliomas
- Obtain a letter from their department chair agreeing to provide $25,000 in matching funds (direct + institutional indirect)
- Have a qualified mentor and submit a mentor letter of support
Funding Details:
- Award amount: $25,000 (total) from the SPORE grant + $25,000 (direct) from the applicant’s department = $50,000 total support
- Duration: 1 year (September 1, 2026 – August 1, 2027)
- Use of funds: Salary and/or research support at Harvard Medical School or Harvard-affiliated institutions
- Number of awards: 2
Deadline:
- LOI due: N/A (no LOI stage)
- Full application due: July 1, 2026
- Award notification: July 15, 2026; funding start: September 1, 2026
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