NCI Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Plan & Professional Judgment Budget Proposal

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Leading Progress Against Cancer

Proposal at a Glance

The Value of Investment in Cancer Research

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NCI Research Portfolio: Driving Cancer Discoveries

NCI invests in a broad portfolio of research, supports the cancer workforce, and sustains research infrastructure.

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Highlighted Scientific Opportunities in Cancer Research

NCI highlights four areas of scientific opportunity for fiscal year 2026.

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Strategic Planning at NCI