DoW Melanoma Research Program Idea Award

Funding Opportunity Number: HT942526MRPIA

About the Opportunity

The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Melanoma Research Program (MRP) Idea Award supports innovative, exploratory, high-risk/potentially high-reward research. Novelty and innovation are expected to be key aspects of the proposed project. By the end of the Idea Award funding period, the anticipated outcomes of successful efforts should establish proof of principle and obtain preliminary data to secure follow-on funding.

Distinctive Features

• Preliminary data are discouraged.
• After submitting the required pre-application, investigators must receive an invitation to submit a full application.

Eligibility

Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity), subject to any clarification in the "Additional Information on Eligibility" section.

Funding Details

• Expected Number of Awards: 10
• Estimated Total Program Funding: $5,600,000
• Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No

Application Deadline: October 14, 2026

Contact Information

For assistance, contact:

• eBRAP Help Desk: Phone 301-682-5507, Email help@eBRAP.org
• CDMRP Help Desk