Eligibility: Applications for the MMRF 2024 Scholars Program are requested from Black/African American clinical and/or laboratory investigators at academic, not-for-profit, institutions in the United States. Researchers with a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent degree(s) and have completed at least one year of post-doctoral training. The following conditions must be met by all applicants:

• Applicant proposal must be a clinical, translational, or basic science investigation relevant to the field of multiple myeloma. The proposal is not required to have a specific Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) focus; however, a diversity plan for appropriate patient population representation in clinical or laboratory research is required.

• Applicants must have a research mentor in multiple myeloma or related field who will provide a suitable research environment, guidance on study conduct and career development.

• The MMRF Scholars program is intended for early career scientists and clinicians. Applicants must have obtained their highest degree within 8 years of the application date. • Applicants may not hold a position higher than Assistant Professor.

Sponsor/Mentor Requirement: Sponsor/mentor must be a faculty member at the host institution with independent extramural funding and established clinical expertise in multiple myeloma and/or scientific expertise in biology relevant to multiple myeloma. The sponsor/mentor will provide a letter of support describing the applicant’s qualifications, merit and relevance of project, and training environment. Proposals must be a clinical, translational, or basic science project relevant to the field of multiple myeloma. The sponsor laboratory and host institution should have the resources available to conduct the majority of the proposed work. Space will be provided in the application to describe any additional resources such as core facilities, tissue banks, or data that may enhance or facilitate the project. The MMRF will work with the awardee to such additional, necessary resources where applicable.

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Sponsor Institute/Organizations: Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF)

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