The UTMB Data Management and Analysis Core (DMAC) for Comparative Effectiveness Research (CER) on Cancer in Texas, funded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, invites Texas academic and research investigators to submit pilot grant proposals focused on cancer comparative effectiveness research. Proposals covering screening, diagnosis, treatment, post-treatment surveillance, or survivorship are encouraged. Funding will be provided for one year, $20,000-$40,000 in direct cost. The best and highest scored research proposal will receive up to $40,000.

The pilot grant aims to train new CER investigators, enabling them to disseminate study findings and apply for future funding. Awardees will receive access to data and analytical support from the DMAC.

Instructions:

1. Register for informational sessions with Anirudh Babu (asbabu@utmb.edu) at noon on May 19th or May 23rd, 2025 by completing this form.
2. Interested investigators should write a brief letter of intent describing in one page or less their research idea, timeline of quarterly progress reports, and how this idea would lead to future funding in CER on cancer. The LOI and Biosketch or CV should be submitted to Anirudh Babu at asbabu@utmb.edu by 06/06/2025. The LOI will be evaluated by the DMAC Administrative Council and those who are selected will be asked to prepare a presentation. 
3. If selected, present a 10-minute overview of your research plan on 7/14/2025, including progress reports and future funding plans. Optional mentorship and biostatistician support are available upon request to assist with the development of the presentation.