Award amountStipends of $66,000, $68,000, and $70,000 per year
Last checkedJun 26, 2026
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American Cancer Society Theory Lab (TLC) Collaborative Pilot Grant Policies
Official policy document for the American Cancer Society TheoryLab (TLC) Collaborative Pilot Grant, outlining eligibility, application deadlines, and institutional responsibilities.
Must be a collaborative cancer research project between members of the ACS research ecosystem.; Co-PIs (maximum of 2) must hold a doctorate degree (M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent).; Co-PIs must hold a faculty position or equivalent independent research position at an eligible institution.; Co-PIs must have held or currently hold an ACS research grant, or be a past recipient of specific ACS grants including Postdoctoral Fellowships.; Grants are made to not-for-profit institutions physically located within the US and its territories.
Requirements
Proposed project must be collaborative and interdisciplinary.; Must submit an idea distinct from previous collaborative projects.; Institutional IRB approval required for grant start.; IACUC approval required before animal work begins.; Must adhere to ACS policies regarding conflicts of interest, recombinant DNA, and scientific misconduct.
Application materials
Electronic application via ProposalCentral; E-signature of the principal investigator
How to apply
Submit electronic applications via ProposalCentral by 11:59 PM ET on the due date.
Important dates
Application Deadline: June 2, 2025; Peer Review Meeting: August 2025; Award Notification: December 2025; Grant Start: April 1, 2026
Documents
TLC Grant Policies PDF
Contact
nicole.lopanik@cancer.org
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