This grant is for research centers to study cancer metastasis, which is how cancer spreads in the body. The National Cancer Institute wants to fund centers that will work together to understand the complex processes involved in metastasis. The research should focus on the interactions between different parts of the metastatic process, like how cancer cells spread early or how they respond to treatments.
Who it's for: This grant is for research centers that can focus on cancer metastasis. Eligible applicants include various types of government entities, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, nonprofits, and individuals who can lead or participate in such research projects.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing clinical trials
- Lack of a cohesive scientific theme
- Failure to address at least two central elements of metastasis
- Not using integrative system-level approaches
- Inadequate collaboration within the Metastasis Research Network
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Description of scientific theme
- Plan for multidisciplinary projects
- Budget proposal
- Institutional support letters
- Proof of eligibility
- Documentation of past research experience
- Collaborative agreements
- Project timeline
- Compliance with NIH guidelines
Cautions
- No clinical trials allowed
- Must focus on basic research
- Requires multidisciplinary approach
- Projects must address multiple aspects of metastasis
- High level of collaboration expected
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include special district governments, private institutions of higher education, county governments, for-profit organizations, independent school districts, other Native American tribal organizations, state governments, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, city or township governments, public and state institutions of higher education, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, individuals, and entities with unrestricted eligibility.
Overview
This grant is for research centers that can focus on cancer metastasis. Eligible applicants include various types of government entities, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, nonprofits, and individuals who can lead or participate in such research projects.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing clinical trials
- Lack of a cohesive scientific theme
- Failure to address at least two central elements of metastasis
- Not using integrative system-level approaches
- Inadequate collaboration within the Metastasis Research Network
Use of Funds
The funds can be used to support research projects that explore the complex processes of cancer metastasis. This includes funding for personnel, equipment, and other resources necessary to conduct the proposed research.
Total Program Funding
$6,800,000
Expected Awards
4
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 25, 2026(104 days)
- Archive Date
- Nov 24, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with NIH eRA Commons
- Develop a comprehensive research proposal
- Ensure proposal aligns with MetNet goals
- Prepare a detailed budget
- Gather letters of support from partners
- Submit application by the deadline