Funding available for prostate cancer research

Funding is available to support multidisciplinary research in prostate cancer through the Patrick C. Walsh Prostate Cancer Research Fund and the SPORE Development Research Program. Awards are for a maximum of $100,000 and should not be used to support PI salary. Partnership with a Brady Urological Institute faculty member is highly encouraged.

In addition, funds are available to support career development in prostate cancer for new investigators OR mid-level investigators who wish to explore new research directions. These SPORE Career Enhancement Program Awards are for a maximum of $100,000 total over two years. Mentorship by a Brady Urological Institute faculty member is required.

An emphasis will be placed on funding high risk/high reward research with a high priority given to project innovation and potential for clinical impact. A preference will be given to applications submitted by investigators who have not previously received research support through Patrick C. Walsh Prostate Cancer Research Fund.

DEADLINE: Monday, June 20

For more information, visit the prostate cancer program website.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to David "Brandy" Yeater via email, dyeater1@jhmi.edu.

Kenneth Pienta, MD
Director, Urology Research Laboratories