RESEARCH OVERVIEW:
The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) is committed to advancing research across the spectrum of melanoma – from prevention through diagnosis, staging, treatment and survivorship. The MRF proactively partners with the NCI, Congress, the Department of Defense and other foundations to develop and collaborate on a broad agenda for melanoma research that takes full advantage of all opportunities, while also sharing challenges. Since 1998, the MRF has provided over $28 million in funding for 398 innovative, high impact, basic, translational, and clinical research projects.
Letter of Intent (LOI):
Due to the high volume of applications expected, applicants must submit a one-page Letter of Intent (LOI). Selected applicants will then be invited to submit a full proposal.
Timeline:
• LOI Submission Deadline: November 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET
• Notification to Submit Full Application: January 2027
• Full Application Submission Deadline: March 31, 2027, at 11:59 PM ET
• Award Notification: August 2027 The award period is October 31, 2027 – October 30, 2029.