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Funding Opportunities


The University of Colorado Anschutz Cancer Center is pleased to offer pilot grant funding to support the development of exceptional research projects leading to the ultimate conquest of cancer and furthering cancer center objectives. 

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Current Open RFAs

Mary Kay Ash Foundation

Innovative/Translational Cancer Research Grant

The MKA Foundation invites applications for translational research projects focused on breast, cervical, endometrial, ovarian, uterine, and other cancers that predominantly affect women. Projects should aim to advance the understanding, prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of these cancers. 

 

Eligibility: Applicants must hold a full-time appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or higher. *CU Boulder faculty are eligible to apply.


Funding: $100,000 over two (2) years


Cancer Center Deadline: 5:00 pm MT on Friday, September 25.


Cancer Center Nomination Notification: Week of November 2. One (1) applicant will be nominated. 


Sponsor Deadline: Applications open November 1, 2026, and close February 1, 2027. 


Please review the RFA and internal LOI submission link below for complete eligibility requirements and application instructions. 



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