About NCI
The nation’s leader in cancer researchNCI at a Glance
NCI is the federal government's principal agency for cancer research and training. Find information about NCI’s mission, organization, history, leadership, advisory boards, and visitor information.
Budget & Legislation
Find information about the NCI budget process, how the institute allocates its budget to achieve research goals, recent budget trends, and legislation and congressional activities that impact NCI.
Featured Resources
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NCI Director Dr. W. Kimryn RathmellLearn about Dr. Rathmell’s background and cancer research interests.
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Careers at NCIFind employment, fellowship, intern, postdoctoral, and advocacy opportunities at NCI.
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NCI Budget Fact BookA summary of NCI's expenditures for fiscal year 2023, as well as funding policies related to research grant awards.
Priorities and Initiatives
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NCI FY26 Annual Plan & Professional Judgment Budget ProposalEach year, NCI prepares a plan for advancing cancer research and proposes the budget required to fund a broad research portfolio.
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Are You Ready to Contribute to Progress Against Cancer?NCI joins the cancer community in advancing the goals of the National Cancer Plan. Read the plan and join us!
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NCI Equity and Inclusion ProgramLearn how NCI will help end structural racism in biomedical research and why the program was launched.