DoW Prostate Cancer, Early Investigator Research Award
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The FY26 Prostate Cancer Research Program Early Investigator Research Award supports early-career researchers who are beginning their independent scientific careers in prostate cancer research. Eligible principal investigators must have a doctoral degree with fewer than three years of postdoctoral research experience, excluding clinical training, at the time of application submission. The award requires that applicants address specific overarching challenges designated by the program and mandates the inclusion of at least one experienced prostate cancer research mentor who has demonstrated successful guidance of previous mentees. Applications must also include a detailed researcher development plan outlining a tailored strategy to acquire the skills and expertise needed to complete the proposed research and further the principal investigator’s career. The program is administered by the Department of the Army under the Department of Defense and aims to foster emerging investigators' growth while advancing prostate cancer research. Support and contact information are provided through the eBRAP help desk, and further details about the solicitation can be found via the specified grants portal.
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Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) Early Investigator Research Award (EIRA) supports prostate cancer research conducted by investigators in the early stages of their careers with guidance from an experienced mentor. All applications must address one of the FY26 PCRP Overarching Challenges.
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· Early-Career Investigator: Serves as the principal investigator. Includes investigators possessing a doctoral degree or equivalent with fewer than three years of postdoctoral research experience at the application submission deadline, excluding clinical residency or clinical fellowship training.
· Mentorship: Applications must include at least one mentor who demonstrates experience in prostate cancer research and successful mentorship.
· Researcher Development Plan: Applications must include a researcher development plan articulating an individualized strategy for acquiring necessary skills, competence, and expertise to complete the project and foster the Principal Investigator’s (PI’s) career development
