DoW Breast Cancer, Era of Hope Scholar Award

The fiscal year 2026 Breast Cancer Research Program (BCRP) Era of Hope Scholar Award supports individuals who are early in their careers with significant potential to effect meaningful change in breast cancer. The award requires exceptionally talented scientists with demonstrated experience forming effective partnerships and collaborations and strong potential for future leadership in breast cancer research. Key features of the award include: • The Principal Investigator (PI) must commit a minimum of 25% level of time and effort during the period of performance to conduct breast cancer research under this award. • The research team must include two or more breast cancer consumer advocates. • The award is expected to support innovative and meaningful contributions toward ending breast cancer.