DoW Prostate Cancer, Physician Research Award
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Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) Physician Research Award (PRA) Supports a mentored research experience to prepare physicians with clinical duties for careers in prostate cancer research. All applications must address one of the FY26 PCRP Overarching Challenges. Distinctive Features: · Early-Career Clinician Investigator: Serves as the Principal Investigator (PI). Includes investigators with clinical duties in the last year of an accredited medical residency or medical fellowship program, or within five years of initiating a faculty appointment. · 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 research development plan articulating an individualized strategy for acquiring necessary skills, competence and expertise to complete the projects and foster the PI’s career development. https://cdmrp. health. mil/pubs/press/2026/pcrppreann.
The DoW Prostate Cancer, Physician Research Award is a prestigious grant opportunity designed for early-career physician investigators who are committed to advancing prostate cancer research while maintaining clinical responsibilities. This mentored research award supports physicians in their last year of accredited medical residency or fellowship, or those within five years of initiating a faculty appointment, to develop into independent cancer researchers. The program provides structured mentorship from experienced prostate cancer researchers and requires applicants to address one of the FY26 Prostate Cancer Research Program's overarching challenges. Physicians benefit from a comprehensive researcher development plan that outlines a personalized strategy for acquiring the skills, competence, and expertise necessary to complete their proposed projects while fostering long-term career growth in prostate cancer research. This award is ideal for clinicians who aspire to transition into research-focused careers without abandoning their clinical duties, offering the financial support and mentorship needed to establish themselves as independent investigators in the prostate cancer field. The program is funded through the Department of War and open to qualified physicians nationwide, making it a valuable opportunity for those committed to advancing treatment and understanding of prostate cancer.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
September 2, 2026
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Funding Range
Not specified
Deadline
2026-09-02
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual
Best For
Early-career physician researchers, clinician investigators in residency or within 5 years of faculty appointment
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for DoW Prostate Cancer, Physician Research Award?
This award is designed for early-career clinician investigators who serve as the Principal Investigator. Eligible candidates include physicians in the last year of an accredited medical residency or medical fellowship program, or those within five years of initiating a faculty appointment. For complete and current eligibility requirements, visit the official CDMRP website at https://cdmrp.health.mil/pubs/press/2026/pcrppreann.
How much funding does DoW Prostate Cancer, Physician Research Award provide?
Specific funding amounts are not listed for this grant cycle. Award amounts typically vary by cycle and review outcomes. For detailed information about funding levels, applicants should consult the official announcement and program guidelines at https://cdmrp.health.mil/pubs/press/2026/pcrppreann.
How do I apply for DoW Prostate Cancer, Physician Research Award?
Applications must include a qualified mentor with demonstrated experience in prostate cancer research and successful mentorship history, as well as a comprehensive researcher development plan detailing your strategy for acquiring necessary skills and expertise. For specific application procedures, submission requirements, and to access the application portal, visit https://cdmrp.health.mil/pubs/press/2026/pcrppreann.
What can DoW Prostate Cancer, Physician Research Award funding be used for?
Funding supports mentored research experiences designed to prepare physicians with clinical duties for careers in prostate cancer research. Applications must address one of the FY26 Prostate Cancer Research Program's overarching challenges. Research projects should be aligned with advancing prostate cancer investigation while supporting the PI's professional development as an independent researcher.
Last updated: July 5, 2026