DoW Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award
Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA · Military Medical Research and Development (12.420)
Posted 21 May 2026 · 14 days left
In plain terms
The US Defense Health Agency funds early-career melanoma researchers within seven years of their first faculty appointment to join a virtual Melanoma Academy for research and career development, with mentorship from established investigators. Applications are unrestricted by organization type but limited to US entities, with a deadline of 14 October 2026.
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Summary
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.
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Who can apply
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Eligibility and conditions
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Applicant types: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"