Binaytara Research Award Challenge
Binaytara Research Awards
Empowering early-career investigators to close the gap in cancer care.
Overview
Binaytara Research Awards support early-career investigators with innovative ideas that can meaningfully improve cancer care. The awards follow a competitive process that culminates in Binaytara’s signature Impact Pitch: Research Award Challenge—a live competition where bold ideas compete for funding.
Depending upon the award, applicants first submit either an abstract or proposal based on completed or ongoing research for presentation at a Binaytara medical conference. Binaytara committee members will review abstracts and proposals, and select finalists. First authors of selected proposals present their proposals live at the Impact Pitch, where expert reviewers determine which projects receive funding. Only early-career faculty and fellows are eligible to compete for the research awards.
Binaytara Lung Cancer Research Awards - Up to $50,000
Multiple awards up to $50,000 presented at the Brooklyn Lung Cancer Conference and the Seattle Lung Cancer Conference.
Binaytara Precision Oncology Research Awards - Up to $25,000
Multiple awards up to $25,000 each tied to the 6th Binaytara Precision Oncology Summit.
Shaji Kumar Hematology Research Awards - Up to $50,000
Multiple awards up to $50,000 each tied to the 2026 National Summit on Hematologic Cancers.
Binaytara Implementation Science Research Awards - Up to $25,000
Multiple awards up to $25,000 each tied to the Summit on Cancer Health Disparities.
Step 1: Submit an Abstract
For awards in Precision Oncology, Hematology, and Implementation Science, applicants submit an abstract describing completed or ongoing research for presentation at the relevant Binaytara scientific meeting. Only first authors of accepted abstracts are eligible for Research Award consideration.
Step 2: Submit a Research Proposal
For awards in Lung Cancer, no abstract is required, and applicants may submit a research proposal instead. For first authors of accepted abstracts from Step 1, they will be invited to submit a research proposal. The proposed research may be entirely independent of the abstracted work.
Step 3: Impact Pitch: Research Award Challenge
Finalists present their proposals live to a panel of expert reviewers called Catalysts at the corresponding Binaytara conference. The format is a brief presentation followed by Q&A from the Catalysts in front of a live audience of conference attendees.
Previous Winners
Empowering the next generation of oncology leaders to make a real-world impact
"The Impact Pitch is more than just a competition; it’s a platform for early-career investigators to showcase their passion and gain invaluable mentorship. It’s an incredible opportunity to learn from experts and refine our approach to improving patient outcomes."
Dr. Akshee Batra, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami
Read more about Dr. Batra's Impact Pitch experience
"Winning this award has provided a vital boost to our research into health disparities. The Binaytara Foundation’s support allows us to focus on data-driven solutions that ensure every patient, regardless of their background, has access to life-saving cancer care."
Dr. Benjamin Li, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Read more about Dr. Li's Impact Pitch experience
Why the "Impact Pitch" Works
Unlike traditional "black box" grant applications, our winners highlight three core benefits:
- Visibility: Present your ideas directly to a panel of world-renowned oncology leaders.
- Mentorship: Receive real-time feedback to sharpen your research methodology.
- Community: Join a network of investigators dedicated to closing the gap in cancer care.
Apply for a Research Grant
Binaytara's Research Awards Provide Grant Funding for Projects that Advance Access to Cancer Care
Binaytara Lung Cancer Research Awards
- Two awards up to $50,000 each tied to the 2026 Seattle Lung Cancer Conference, and one award up to $50,000 tied to the Brooklyn Lung Cancer Conference
Binaytara Precision Oncology Research Awards
- Up to $25,000 tied to the 6th Binaytara Precision Oncology Summit: At The Forefront of Targeted Cancer Therapy
Shaji Kumar Hematology Research Award
- Up to $50,000 tied to the Summit on Hematologic Cancers
Implementation Science Research Award
-Up to $25,000 each tied to the Summit on Cancer Health Disparities
