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Prevention program closes FY26 cycle with 53 applications; CDC‑approved self‑collection cervical screening highlighted

5607367 · August 20, 2025
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CPRIT’s prevention program reported 53 applications for FY26 cycle 1 — the most since FY18 — with roughly $75 million requested. Staff noted a funded self‑collection cervical screening project and plans to present grantee work at the Healthier Texas Summit.

CPRIT’s prevention program reported Aug. 20 that its FY26 first review cycle received 53 applications — the most prevention applications received since fiscal year 2018 — and applicants requested over $75 million.

The prevention portfolio break‑down included 29 applications aimed at screening and early detection, 23 focused on primary prevention, and one for dissemination of CPRIT‑funded cancer control interventions. Interim staff said the large number…

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