# Runx1-Fpd Grants

**Funder:** ALSF
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** Annual
**Official call:** https://www.alexslemonade.org/grants/program-areas/early-career-research-programs#program-1048
**Last verified:** 18 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Early career research grant focused on RUNX1-FPD (Familial Platelet Disorder) research within childhood cancer. Part of ALSF's Early Career Research program aimed at engaging researchers early in their careers.

## Summary

The Runx1-Fpd Grants fund early-career researchers investigating RUNX1-FPD (Familial Platelet Disorder) and its connection to childhood cancer risk. Offered by the American Childhood Cancer Organization (ALSF), this call is part of their Early Career Research program designed to nurture emerging investigators in paediatric oncology. The programme runs annually.

## Who should apply

- Early-career researchers within 5-10 years of first independent position (verify exact window on ALSF site)
- Researchers focused on RUNX1-FPD biology and childhood cancer risk stratification
- Investigators at US institutions conducting paediatric oncology research
- Scientists seeking to establish an independent research line in familial cancer predisposition

## Key dates

- Annual deadline (verify exact date on ALSF website)
- Single-stage application with written review

## Tips for applicants

- ALSF panels value clinical relevance to paediatric populations; frame mechanistic findings in terms of risk assessment or early intervention.
- The RUNX1-FPD focus is narrow and strategic, clearly connect your proposed work to the familial platelet disorder, leukaemia axis rather than general childhood cancer biology.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is the Runx1-Fpd Grant annual?

Yes, ALSF runs this early-career programme annually. Check the ALSF website for the current round deadline.

### Who is eligible for the Runx1-Fpd Grants?

Early-career researchers investigating RUNX1-FPD and childhood cancer risk, based at US institutions.

### Does the Runx1-Fpd Grant require a consortium?

No, this is an individual researcher award; collaboration is encouraged but not required.

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