Cancer Meeting Trimmed: One Less Day of Science Chat

2026-20771, Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings

The Center for Scientific Review at the NIH is holding several closed virtual meetings in early November 2026 to review and evaluate grant applications. These meetings protect private info and trade secrets, affecting researchers seeking funding. No direct money changes are announced, but these reviews decide who gets research grants.

2026-20705, Prospective Grant of Exclusive License, Inter-Institutional Agreement-Institution Lead: Antibody Specifically Binding to Severe Fever With Thrombocytopenia Syndrome Virus Antigen and Use Thereof

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases plans to give Korea National Institute of Health an exclusive license to develop and sell a special antibody that targets a dangerous virus causing severe fever and low platelets. This deal helps speed up turning the invention into real-world treatments. Comments or license requests must be sent by October 26, 2026.

2026-20424, National Cancer Institute; Notice of Meeting

The President's Cancer Panel is holding a free virtual meeting on October 15, 2026, to talk about how GLP-1 medications can help lower cancer risks linked to obesity. Anyone interested can join online or send in comments beforehand. This meeting is a great chance for patients, doctors, and researchers to learn about new ways to fight cancer and improve health.

2026-20365, Center For Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings

The NIH's Center for Scientific Review is holding several closed virtual meetings on October 29-30, 2026, to review and evaluate grant applications. These meetings protect private info and trade secrets while deciding which research projects get funding. Scientists applying for grants in areas like biochemistry, software engineering, and mental health will be affected, with no direct money changes announced but important decisions coming soon.

2026-20151, Notice of NIH Tribal Consultations and Listening Session

The NIH is inviting Tribal leaders and members to join two important meetings and a listening session during the National Congress of American Indians Annual Convention in October 2026. They’ll talk about new health research projects, renewing support for Tribal health centers, and shaping a new Tribal Data Sovereignty Policy. Tribes can also send their thoughts by November 20, 2026, helping shape future health programs and policies.

2026-19719, Center for Scientific Review; Amended Notice of Meeting

The NIH’s Center for Scientific Review is shortening a key meeting from two days to just one day on October 13, 2026, keeping the same 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. hours. This change affects members of the Surgical Sciences and Bioengineering review group and means less time in the room but no public access. No money changes or delays are expected—just a quicker, tighter meeting!

Previous: 2026-19112, National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences; Amended Notice of Meeting

The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences changed the times for their big advisory meeting on September 18, 2026. The closed session now starts earlier, from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., and the open session runs from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This update affects anyone interested in attending or following the meeting, with no changes to funding or location.

Next: 2026-19114, National Library of Medicine; Notice of Partially Closed Meeting

The National Library of Medicine is holding a mixed in-person and virtual meeting on October 22, 2026, where some parts will be open to the public and others closed to protect privacy. The meeting will review research programs and staff performance, plus discuss the new 2028-2032 strategic plan. This affects researchers, staff, and anyone interested in the library’s future, with no direct cost changes announced.