Exploratory Grants in Cancer Control (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking exploratory/developmental research grant applications that focus on different aspects of cancer control, including modifying behavior, screening, and understanding etiologic factors contributing to the development of cancer. The goal is to provide support for the early and conceptual stages of research efforts on novel scientific ideas that have the potential to substantially advance population-based cancer research. Some key areas of focus include: • Developing novel techniques, agents, methodologies, models, or applications that could have a major impact on a field of cancer research • Understanding etiologic factors contributing to the development of cancer • Modifying behavior to control cancer • Screening for cancer The NIH is looking for applications from eligible organizations, including nonprofits, institutions of higher education, and small businesses.