Deadline: 08-Apr-2026
The Pfizer invites proposals for a competitive grant program targeting improvements in HRRm testing for metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer (mCSPC). The program supports projects that optimize testing workflows, integrate germline, tissue, and ctDNA approaches, and enhance equitable access, coordination, and real-world outcomes in clinical practice.
Overview
The Pfizer seeks proposals to address challenges in HRRm testing in the mCSPC setting. This includes testing through germline, tissue-based, or circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) approaches. The program prioritizes projects that improve workflow efficiency, coordination across testing modalities, and long-term integration into clinical practice.
Program Objectives
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Optimize HRRm testing across germline, tissue, and ctDNA approaches.
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Advance equitable and sustainable access to testing.
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Strengthen integration of testing within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
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Evaluate system performance and real-world outcomes through research or implementation science initiatives.
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Support projects with clear pathways to sustainability beyond Pfizer funding.
Funding Details
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Grants available: 20,000 CAD – 100,000 CAD per project.
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Preference for cost-effective projects and collaborations across multiple sponsors or institutions.
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Projects must demonstrate measurable improvements in healthcare processes and sustainability without ongoing grant support.
Eligible Applicants
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Canadian-based healthcare institutions, professional schools in medical and allied health disciplines, professional organizations, and government agencies.
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Organizations must submit applications, not individuals.
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The Project Lead/Principal Investigator must be formally affiliated with the applying organization.
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Collaborative projects across departments or institutions are encouraged, with clearly defined roles for all partners.
Compliance and Administration
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Funding released after execution of a formal agreement and submission of all required documentation.
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Required documents may include final protocols, ethics approvals, and regulatory clearances.
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Organizations must be legally able to receive funding directly from Pfizer International, LLC, or risk rescission of the award.
Conclusion
The Pfizer Foundation HRRm Testing Grant Program offers a targeted opportunity to enhance testing accuracy, accessibility, and clinical integration in mCSPC care. By supporting collaborative, cost-effective, and sustainable initiatives, the program seeks to improve patient outcomes, streamline healthcare processes, and advance equitable access to precision oncology testing across Canada.
For more information, visit Pfizer.