Steven Grant, M.D. will be joining the Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials Award Program as Scientific Advisor on Clinical Trials and Translational Research for the Winn Career Development Award (Winn CDA) program, effective July 1, 2025.
Dr. Grant brings with him a remarkable legacy in hematologic malignancies, experimental therapeutics, and translational oncology. With more than four decades of experience, he has shaped the field through groundbreaking work in clinical trial design, targeted therapy development, and translational research strategy.
Currently a Professor of Internal Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Dr. Grant also holds appointments in Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Biochemistry. At the VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, he has served in key leadership roles, including Associate Director for Translational Research and Co-Leader of the Developmental Therapeutics Program.
His professional accomplishments speak volumes:
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Author of 450+ scientific publications
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Lead investigator on multi-institutional Phase I and II trials through the NCI’s Experimental Therapeutics Clinical Trials Network (ETCTN)
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35+ years of continuous NIH/NCI funding
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Permanent member of the NCI’s Investigational Drug Steering Committee
Steven Grant, MD, Hematology/Oncology, Internal Medicine
Dr. Grant is not new to the Winn Awards program; he has served as a mentor and advisor through the Winn CDA program.
As Scientific Advisor on Clinical Trials and Translational Research, Dr. Grant will collaborate with the Winn CDA team to further strengthen the scientific and clinical foundation of the program’s curriculum—especially in areas like trial design, implementation, and translational strategy. His expertise will be essential in equipping early-career physician-scientists to lead community-oriented, high-impact clinical research.
This addition marks an exciting milestone in the Winn Awards’ continued growth and commitment to advancing Better Science For All. The team is deeply honored to welcome Dr. Grant and looks forward to the insight and leadership he will bring to our community.
