Ovarian Cancer Research
Investigator-Initiated Research Award
Supports high-impact research that addresses a critical need and has the potential to make an important contribution to ovarian cancer or patient/survivor care. Research aimed at extending the lives of advanced state and recurrent patients is encouraged.
Up to two investigators may collaborate on a single application, each of whom will be recognized as a PI and receive a separate award.
Funding: up to $1,000,000 for a single PI, up to $1,200,000 for Partnering PIs. The maximum period of performance is 4 years.
Ovarian Cancer Academy – Early-Career Investigator Award
Supports the addition of new ECIs to the unique, interactive virtual Ovarian Cancer Academy, which provides intensive mentoring, national networking, collaborations, and a peer group for junior faculty interested in basic and translational research.
Eligibility: Investigators must be within 5 years of their last postdoctoral research position (Ph.D.) or clinical fellowship (M.D.) or equivalent at the time of full application submission deadline. A Designated Mentor who is an experienced ovarian cancer researcher with ovarian cancer funding is required.
Funding: up to $725,000 for 4 years.
Pilot Award
Supports innovative, high-risk/high-reward research in ovarian cancer that could ultimately lead to critical discoveries or major advancements that will drive the field forward.
Funding: up to $300,000 for 2 years.