DoW Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award

Summary: Supports the addition of independent, early career investigators (Scholars) who are no more than seven years from their initial faculty appointment to the Melanoma Research Program (MRP) Melanoma Academy. The Melanoma 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. Distinctive Features: This award mechanism focuses on both the Scholar’s research and career potential in the melanoma field. Scholars must designate a Career Guide. The Career Guide must have a track record of successful mentorship coupled with a strong record of funding and publications in melanoma. Preliminary data are not required.

Program Details

Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA is a federal agency that offers the DoW Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award grant program to support eligible programs and projects. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA through Grants.gov. Organizations seeking funding for eligible programs and projects should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include eligible organizations. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA or on Grants.gov before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

The application deadline is October 14, 2026 (88 days remaining). Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports eligible programs and projects. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 541715, 336992. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through Grants.gov. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

• Funded by Army

Award details

Applications close on October 14, 2026 (88 days remaining).

Categories

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