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NIH Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant

Exploratory Grants in Cancer Control

Funds the early, conceptual stage of a new idea in cancer control — behaviour, screening, causes, or a technique nobody has tried yet.

The exploratory door into cancer control, and it is explicitly for work that is not ready to be a full project yet.

The subject areas are modifying behaviour, screening, understanding the causes that contribute to cancer developing, and developing ways to control cancer.

What the notice actually asks for is earlier than that list suggests. The stated goal is to support the early and conceptual s

Exploratory and developmental research at the early and conceptual stage on novel ideas in cancer control — behaviour modification, screening, aetiologic factors and control methods — including novel techniques, agents, methodologies, models or applications with potential for major impact on epidemiological, biomedical, behavioural, healthcare delivery or clinical cancer research. Clinical trials are optional.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.7 Sept 2028
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.26 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: PA-25-253Source: www.grants.gov