Public Invited to Cancer Research Funding Discussions
Published Date: 1/28/2026
Notice
Summary
The National Cancer Institute is holding a public meeting on June 29-30, 2026, to discuss cancer research updates and review grant applications. Anyone interested can join in person or online, but part of the meeting will be private to protect sensitive information. This is a great chance for researchers and the public to stay in the loop about important cancer research decisions and funding.
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Public meeting: in-person and virtual
The National Cancer Advisory Board will hold a public meeting on June 29, 2026 (6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.) and June 30, 2026 (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). You can attend in person at listed Maryland locations or view the meeting online via the NIH Videocast at http://videocast.nih.gov/.
Closed session for grant review
A portion of the meeting on June 30, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. will be closed to the public to review and evaluate grant applications to protect confidential trade secrets, commercial property, and personal information.
On-site entry security requirements
If you plan to attend in person at the NCI-Shady Grove campus, you must show one form of identification (for example, a government-issued photo ID, driver's license, or passport) and state the purpose of your visit due to instituted security procedures.
Opportunity to file written comments
Anyone may file written comments with the committee by sending a statement to the listed Contact Person; the statement should include your name, address, telephone number, and, if applicable, business or professional affiliation.
Accommodations for virtual viewers
If you plan to view the virtual meeting and need special assistance or other reasonable accommodations, you should notify the listed Contact Person in advance of the meeting.
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