New Investigator Grants

Focus Area: Supporting newly independent DIPG/DMG researchers establishing research labs, or established researchers new to brain tumor research

Geographic Scope: International

Funding History:

• 2024: 4 projects funded ($4M total commitment across 8 projects)
• 2023: 5 projects funded ($3.8M total commitment across 8 projects)

Eligibility:

• Newly independent DIPG/DMG researchers establishing research labs in the field, OR
• Established researchers new to brain tumor research looking to start DIPG/DMG research
• Researchers at academic and medical institutions globally

Research Focus Areas:

• CAR T-cell therapy
• Understanding DIPG/DMG origins and biology
• Tumor microenvironment engineering
• RNA-based therapeutics
• Immunotherapy combinations
• Drug targeting and mechanisms

Review Process:

• Applications reviewed by foundation's Scientific Advisory Council
• Council composed of leading experts on childhood brain cancer
• Ensures funding for most promising research projects

Key Features:

• Multi-year awards allow researchers to focus on lab work rather than continuous grant seeking
• Provides essential support for early-career researchers pursuing innovative, high-risk projects
• Often co-funded with other partner foundations
• Helps establish DIPG as primary research focus

Importance Statement:
"Foundation support from organizations like ChadTough is essential when just starting out as a new investigator because this support provides that extra cushion necessary to pursue innovative ideas and research directions that might otherwise be too risky." — Dr. Jamie Anastas, 2022 New Investigator Grant Awardee

Contact Information:

• ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation
• P.O. Box 907, Saline, MI 48176
• Phone: (734) 707-8732
• Website: chadtough.org
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Federal Tax ID: 47-4041494

Application Process

Submission Details:

• Applications reviewed by Scientific Advisory Council composed of leading experts on childhood brain cancer
• Rigorous review ensures funding for most promising DIPG/DMG research projects

Known Application Deadlines (Historical):

• February 9, 2023 (past deadline noted in website content)

Required Elements (based on grant program structure):

• Research proposal demonstrating new investigator status or transition to DIPG/DMG research
• Project timeline and budget
• Researcher qualifications and institutional affiliation
• Demonstration of commitment to DIPG/DMG research

Note: Specific application form requirements, narrative questions, and submission portal URL not provided in available website content. Contact foundation directly for current application details and deadlines.