Grant Application
GAC takes the following factors are taken into consideration by when selecting cancer research projects for funding:
Research is aimed at finding a cure for cancer- GAC funds not used for administrative purposes, patient care etc.
Research is novel & project offers high potential for a medical breakthrough
Operational leverage- Results have potential to be replicated to other types of cancer- Results have the potential to affect large numbers of cancer patients
Financial leverage- Matching funds are available multiply the financial impact of GAC funds- Successful execution of the research has the potential to draw significant additional funding, e.g. NIH, corporation