Cancer Research Grants for Public University

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 473 Cancer Research Grants for Public University — 265 open right now, across 19 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $62.5M. The next application deadline is October 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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473total grants
265open now
19agencies
$5K–$62.5Mfunding range
Oct 20next deadline
CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

DoW Arthritis Translational Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Arthritis Research Program (ATRP) Translational Research Award (TRA) supports high-impact translational research that will accelerate critical findings into clinically relevant…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Oct 22, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

DoW Tick-Borne Disease Therapeutic/Diagnostic Research Award

Summary: The intent of the fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Tick-Borne Disease Research Program (TBDRP) Therapeutic/Diagnostic Research Award (TDRA) is to support product-driven therapeutic and diagnostic development…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Oct 22, 2026
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OPEN 16 days left Hard to apply

DoW Bone Marrow Failure, Idea Development Award

Summary: The BMFRP Idea Development Award (IDA) is intended to support innovative ideas and high-impact approaches based on scientifically sound evidence to move toward the BMFRP’s…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 4, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many cancer research grants for public university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 473 cancer research grants for public university, of which 265 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 October 20, 2026 — about 1 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 $5K to $62.5M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse cancer research grants for public university, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Cancer Research Grants for Public University

Cancer research grants for public universities typically award between $325,000 and $499,000, with 7,368 active opportunities currently available. The National Institutes of Health leads funding in this space, alongside specialized agencies like the Department of the Army's USAMRAA program, making this a robust pipeline for institutional research advancement.

All grants in this category use competitive application processes, meaning your proposal will be evaluated against other submissions—a standard that ensures rigorous peer review. Most awards support direct research, capacity building, and pilot projects, with notably zero cost-sharing requirements. To refine your search, filter by support type to isolate pilot funding if you're launching preliminary studies.