Applications for 2026 LUNGevity Foundation research awards will open on January 12, 2026.

 

Apply Now! ASTRO-LUNGevity Residents/Fellows in Radiation Oncology Seed Grant: This program will foster and develop the research careers of residents and fellows interested in radiation oncology-related basic, translational and/or clinical research to benefit patients with lung cancer. This is a $50,000 one-year award.  Projects can also be considered for the ASTRO Residents/Fellows in Radiation Oncology Seed Grant as well. Visit Proposal Central to apply for either or both opportunities. The deadline to apply is January 26, 2026.

Apply Now! RTFCCR/LUNGevity Award for Overcoming Treatment Resistance and Technology for Detection of Recurrence of Lung Cancer: The Rising Tide Foundation and LUNGevity Foundation are offering awards totaling up to $1,000,000 (over 4 years) for early-phase interventional clinical trials focused on overcoming treatment resistance or detecting recurrence in lung cancer. Successful applications must address one of three areas: treatments for resistance, validation of lab-developed tests for monitoring resistance/treatment response, or validation of tests for minimal residual disease detection. Visit the application portal to apply.
The deadline to apply is February 15, 2026.

Career Development Award: This program supports future research leaders who will keep the field of lung cancer research vibrant with new ideas. Funded projects are expected to have a direct impact on the early detection of lung cancer or on the outcomes of lung cancer, or to provide a clear conceptual or experimental foundation for the future development of methods for early detection and/or individualized treatment, including through targeted therapy and immunotherapy. This is a $300,000 two-year award.

Health Equity and Inclusiveness Research Fellow Award: This program supports fellows who belong to underrepresented minorities in STEM who are interested in lung cancer research. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree, be pursuing a postdoctoral fellowship, and plan to pursue a career in lung cancer. This is a $100,000 two-year award.

VA Research Scholar Award: This program supports investigators interested in lung cancer research within the VA System. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree and either be pursuing a postdoctoral fellowship program or be junior faculty within the first five years of their faculty appointment at the time of application. This is a $100,000 two-year award.
 

RFA Interest Form

Fill out the form below to be notified when the application period opens on January 12, 2026.