DoW Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award

The DoW Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award supports the addition of independent, early career investigators to the Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy. The academy is a unique, interactive virtual academy focused on bringing together established investigators and scholars to develop a network of successful, highly productive melanoma researchers in a collaborative research and career development environment. The award mechanism focuses on both the scholar's research and career potential in the melanoma field. • The award requires a Career Guide with a track record of successful mentorship and strong funding and publication record in melanoma. • Preliminary data are not required for the application. • The maximum period of performance is 3 years, with a total cost cap of $0.77M per award. • The program seeks to fund research that will lead to improved detection and monitoring capabilities, as well as inhibition of melanoma initiation, early dissemination, emergence from tumor dormancy, and metastases.