The UMass Boston – DF/HCC Partnership aims to develop strong cancer research programs to understand the reasons behind the significant cancer disparities and related impact of cancer on underserved communities and socio-economically disadvantaged population groups.
Over the past decade, we have funded a balanced portfolio of research projects spanning basic, clinical, translational, and population research.
The Partnership holds a periodic Request for Applications (RFA) during which full and pilot projects are funded. The RFAs vary year to year, depending on the Partnership needs at that time. Applications undergo a scientific review and are then discussed among the Internal Advisory Committee. After selected, research projects are well integrated into the activities of the Partnership’s cores.
Full projects
- Typically awarded 3 years of funding
- Expected to publish research findings
- Encouraged to pursue external grants, such as an R01 or R25
- Encouraged to continue collaborating with project co-leader beyond Partnership funding
Pilot projects
- Typically awarded 2 years of funding
- Expected to publish research findings
- Encouraged to apply for full project funding, as well as external grants
- Encouraged to continue collaborating with project co-leader beyond Partnership funding
Seed projects
- Typically awarded 4-12 months of funding
- Expected to be high-risk, high-reward projects
- Encouraged to apply for pilot project funding