Description
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is extremely pleased to announce the availability of Scholar Awards in Cancer Research for full-time faculty members of Minority-Serving Institutions [Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Tribal Colleges and Universities and other post-secondary institutions as defined by the US Department of Education]. The purposes of this Award program is to increase the scientific knowledge base of faculty members at Minority-Serving Institutions, and to encourage them and their students to pursue careers in cancer research. AACR Minority-Serving Institution Faculty Scholar in Cancer Research Awards are presented by the American Association for Cancer Research to scientists at the level of Assistant Professor or above at a Minority-Serving Institution, who are engaged in meritorious basic, clinical, or translational cancer research.
Eligibility
- Candidates must have completed doctoral studies or clinical fellowships and hold full-time faculty status at an institution designated as a Minority-Serving Institution.
- Candidates must have acquired doctoral degrees in fields relevant to cancer research.
- Candidates must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Canada.
Financial Support
Financial support will be provided to awardees wishing to attend the AACR Annual Meetings and Special Conferences.
AACR Annual Meeting 2009
Award applications for participation in the AACR Annual Meeting 2009 taking place April 18-22, 2009 in Denver, CO will be available in late summer 2008. Click here to see a list of 2008 Minority-Serving Institution Faculty Scholars.
AACR Special Conferences
AACR Special Conferences on focused topics in cancer research have gained wide recognition as unique opportunities for in-depth discussion of important scientific issues in attractive, informal resort environments. The deadline for applying for an AACR Minority-Serving Institution Faculty Scholar Award for participation in an AACR Special Conference is listed in each conference brochure and on the Special Conference's home page. Please note that you must register for the conference to apply for an award. Payment must be made at the time of registration. If you are not selected for an award and therefore cannot attend the conference, your registration fee will be fully refunded.
Generously supported by the National Cancer Institute's Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities
The National Cancer Institute's Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities provides opportunities and support for research training and career development of minorities and for involving minority institutions in cancer research, research training, education, and outreach.
Contact Information:
AACR Minority-Serving Institution Faculty Scholar Awards
American Association for Cancer Research
615 Chestnut Street, 17th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19106-4404
Telephone: (215) 440-9300
Fax: (215) 440-9412
E-mail: micr@aacr.org