Cancer Research Grants for Private University

As of August 2026, Grantoria lists 409 Cancer Research Grants for Private University — 279 open right now, across 14 funding agencies. Award amounts range $10K to $50M. The next application deadline is August 6, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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409total grants
279open now
14agencies
$10K–$50Mfunding range
Aug 6next deadline
CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research Program (TSCRP) Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award (EHDA) supports the initial exploration of innovative, high-risk, high-gain and potentially…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Clinical Translational Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research Program (TSCRP) Clinical Translational Research Award (CTRA) supports studies that will move promising, well-founded preclinical and/or…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research Program (TSCRP) Idea Development Award (IDA) supports conceptually innovative and high-impact research that could ultimately lead…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

ROSES25: D.6 Astrophysics Research and Analysis

PLEASE NOTE: this program has MANDATORY Notices of Intent, which are due via NSPIRES by June 25, 2026. See the full posting on NSPIRES for details.…

🏛 NASA Headquarters 📋 CFDA 43.001 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 7 days left Hard to apply

DoW Kidney Cancer, Concept Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Kidney Cancer Research Program (KCRP) Concept Award supports highly innovative, untested, potentially groundbreaking concepts, theories, paradigms and/or basic kidney cancer…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 11, 2026
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

Health Research Formula Grant

The Grantee shall conduct broad-based biomedical, clinical, health services, and/or other research projects in accordance with Act 77 of 2001.

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Health ⏰ Aug 17, 2026
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

DoW Epilepsy Idea Development Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Epilepsy Research Program (ERP) Idea Development Award (IDA) solicits novel research that has the potential to increase understanding of post-traumatic…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 17, 2026
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NIH Director’s New Innovator Award (DP2 Clinical Trial Optional)

The NIH Director’s New Innovator Award supports early stage investigators of exceptional creativity who propose bold and highly innovative research projects with the potential to produce a major…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.310 ⏰ Aug 17, 2026 💰 $475,000 – $475,000
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

Blueprint Neurotherapeutics Network (BPN): Small Molecule Drug Discovery and Development of Disorders of the Nervous System (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Optional)

The Blueprint Neurotherapeutics Network (BPN) invites applications from neuroscience investigators seeking support to advance their small molecule drug discovery and development projects into the clinic. Participants…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.121 ⏰ Aug 18, 2026
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Centers for AIDS Research (CFAR)

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) seeks to advance its mission by continuing support for the Centers for AIDS Research (CFAR). The national…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.855 ⏰ Aug 19, 2026
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Martin Delaney Collaboratories for HIV Cure Research

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) seeks to advance its mission by continuing support for the Martin Delaney Collaboratories (MDCs) for HIV Cure…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.855 ⏰ Aug 19, 2026
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

DoW Lupus, Impact Award

Summary: This funding mechanism supports high-risk/high-reward research that has the potential to make a major impact in lupus research and/or lupus disease. The emphasis is on…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 24, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many cancer research grants for private university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 409 cancer research grants for private university, of which 279 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is August 6, 2026 — about 2 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $10K to $50M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
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Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse cancer research grants for private university, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
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About Cancer Research Grants for Private University

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the primary funder of cancer research at private universities, supporting studies across oncology, immunotherapy, and precision medicine. 6,629 active grants in this category reflect NIH's substantial commitment to advancing breakthrough discoveries in academic institutions nationwide.

Private universities pursuing cancer research can expect median awards between $325K and $499K through highly competitive application processes. Notably, none of these grants require cost-sharing, reducing institutional financial burden. To refine your search, filter by support type—Research grants dominate this category and will surface the largest, most comprehensive funding opportunities aligned with your institution's cancer research priorities.