Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 10, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,425 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 420 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,612 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,425; from 2,026 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $749.0M; across 3,612 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 641 with a published date

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Curtis Gates Lloyd Research Fellowship Grant Lloyd Library & Museum · Foundation Not published · $2K – $3K The Curtis Gates Lloyd Research Fellowship, provided by the Lloyd Library and Museum, supports research in various fields, including botany, conservation, and history of science.	Not published	$2K – $3K
Prize for Scientific Excellence in Medicine American-Italian Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Scientific prize awarded by AICF as part of their Scientific Prizes program to recognize excellence in cancer research and medicine.	Not published	Varies
Foundational Research in Robotics U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Not published · Varies The Foundational Research in Robotics (FRR) program, jointly led by the CISE and ENG Directorates, supports research on robotic systems that exhibit significant levels of both computational capability and physical complexity.	Not published	Varies
Pediatric Alopecia Areata Challenge Grant Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Pediatric Alopecia Areata Challenge Grant aims to stimulate innovative research on pediatric alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition affecting millions, particularly those under 20.	Not published	Up to $50K
Arthur Flagler Fultz Research Award American Music Therapy Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Music Therapy Association's Arthur Flagler Fultz Research Award funds music therapy research. No fabricated amount/deadline.	Not published	Varies
Schumann Fund for New Jersey Field Trip Grant (Community Foundation of New Jersey) Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K Thanks to a grant from the Schumann Fund for New Jersey, Field Trip New Jersey funding is available to all Essex County schools and other nonprofit organizations serving Essex County that are current grantees of the Schumann Fund.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Field Camp Opportunities Fund Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides scholarships to help undergraduate students attend field camp of their choice. Supports students who might otherwise be unable to participate in critical field-based geological training due to financial constraints.	Not published	Varies
Paul M. Vanhoutte Distinguished Lectureship in Vascular Pharmacology American Society for Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This award is presented biennially, in even numbered years. The nomination is due at the deadline.	Not published	Varies
MIT Solve: FII Innovators Pitch Grant Massachusetts Institute of Technology · Foundation Not published · Varies The MIT Solve: FII Innovators Pitch invites solutions leveraging artificial intelligence to address critical challenges in sustainability, health, robotics, and education.	Not published	Varies
Morton Cure Paralysis Fund Grant Morton Cure Paralysis Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K The Morton Cure Paralysis Fund (MCPF) is dedicated to advancing therapies for paralysis linked to spinal cord injuries and central nervous system disorders.	Not published	$5K – $75K
Young Investigator Award Special Competitions: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Young Investigator Award Special Competitions for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, supported by Conquer Cancer and the AACR, encourages promising researchers to advance clinical oncology.	Not published	$50K
Bristlecone Chapter - Mary DeDecker Botanical Grant Program California Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Bristlecone Chapter of the California Native Plant Society invites applications for the Mary DeDecker Botanical Grant, honoring the contributions of a notable botanist.	Not published	Up to $2K
CDKL5 Pilot Grant Program Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · $150K The CDKL5 Pilot Grant Program offers a one-year grant of $150,000 to support research into CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder (CDD), a serious neurodevelopmental condition.	Not published	$150K
A. Murray Fallis Award (PIE) Grant Canadian Society of Zoologists · Foundation Not published · $300 The A. Murray Fallis Award (PIE) is presented by the Canadian Society of Zoologists for outstanding student research in parasitism, immunity, and environment.	Not published	$300
DLS CLEO Student Poster Awards Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · $100 The DLS CLEO Student Poster Awards, sponsored by the American Physical Society, celebrate outstanding research by undergraduate and graduate students presenting at the CLEO conference.	Not published	$100
Clark Soil Biology Graduate Student Scholarship Grant Soil Science Society of America · Foundation Not published · $3K The Clark Soil Biology Graduate Student Scholarship, supported by the Soil Science Society of America, recognizes graduate students in soil biology, biochemistry, or microbial ecology.	Not published	$3K
The NIA Genetics of Alzheimer's Disease Data Storage Site (NIAGADS) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Aging (NIA) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications to develop, operate, and sustain a cloud-based data storage and computing platform that democratizes access to…	Forecast	Varies
SLEEP Travel Grant for Sleep Technologists and Advanced Practice Providers American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The SLEEP Travel Grant for Sleep Technologists and Advanced Practice Providers, funded by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation, offers a $2,000 grant to support first-time attendance at the SLEEP 2026 meeting.	Not published	$2K
Armenise Harvard Airalzh Mid-Career Award Giovanni Armenise-Harvard Foundation for Scientific Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Award supporting mid-career scientists. Available through the foundation's programs.	Not published	Varies
Grand Challenges: Accelerating Innovations to Address Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in Women in Low-Resource Settings Gates Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) affects millions of women globally. Clinically, HMB is defined as excessive menstrual blood loss that negatively affects a woman's physical, emotional, and social well-being.	Not published	Varies
OREF/AAOS Clinical Gaps Research Grant Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The OREF/AAOS Clinical Gaps Research Grant invites innovative research proposals aimed at bridging clinical gaps in healing, repair, or diagnostics.	Not published	$100K
Louisville Institute: Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant Lilly Endowment Inc · Foundation Not published · $60K The Louisville Institute's Postdoctoral Fellowship offers early career theological educators a unique opportunity for vocational and professional growth through a two-year placement at ATS-accredited institutions in the U.S. and Canada.	Not published	$60K
American Epilepsy Society: Seed Grants American Epilepsy Society · Foundation Not published · Varies AES Seed Grants offer funds to help enable established investigators to pursue new and innovative lines of research, collaborations, and/or research methods. What types of research are competitive?	Not published	Varies
Julie Swedberg YOLO Early Career Research Award A Breath of Hope Lung Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies

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About grants for science research

Grants for science research fund basic and applied research, fellowships, and education across the sciences, engineering, and mathematics. The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are the largest federal funders, while private funders include the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and Research Corporation for Science Advancement. These awards support universities, research institutions, nonprofits, and individual scientists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for science research award?

Of the 6,425 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 10, 2026, 3,612 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $3,500 and $125K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for science research?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (516), Society of Toxicology (102), U.S. National Science Foundation (87), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,026 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,425 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 641 have a published upcoming deadline, 923 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,801 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 43% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for science research?

Science research grants fund basic and applied research, graduate fellowships, instrumentation, and STEM education. NSF offers hundreds of opportunities — including grants, cooperative agreements, and fellowships — across science and engineering, and NIH funds biomedical and health research. Private funders like the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation support targeted research programs and early-career fellowships.

Who funds scientific research in the U.S.?

The largest funders are federal agencies — the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health — which together provide a major share of academic research support. Private foundations such as the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and Research Corporation for Science Advancement fund additional research and fellowships, and many fields have discipline-specific societies and corporate sponsors. The right source depends on your field and whether you need research, equipment, or fellowship funding.

Are there grants for early-career scientists and students?

Yes. NSF runs the Graduate Research Fellowship Program for students pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees, and the Sloan Research Fellowships support early-career scientists. Many agencies and societies reserve funding tracks for postdocs, new investigators, and underrepresented researchers. Eligibility usually depends on career stage and institutional affiliation, so check each program's requirements before applying.

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