Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,431 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 424 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,615 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,431; from 2,027 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $751.8M; across 3,615 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 647 with a published date

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Regenerative Medicine Manufacturing Grant Regenmed Development Organization · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K This grant opportunity supported the commercialization of regenerative medicine manufacturing and technologies.	Not published	$50K – $200K
BCRFA Scholar Award Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Ala · Foundation Not published · $100K One of the BCRFA Pilot Grant Awards categories designed to support and mentor early-career researchers in breast cancer research. The BCRFA has invested almost $10 million in breast cancer research since its inception in 1996.	Not published	$100K
Strategic Research Roadmap Grants The International Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $480K	Not published	$480K
Measurement Science and Engineering (MSE) Research Grant Programs (358955) US Dept. of Commerce: National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Measurement Science and Engineering (MSE) Research Grant Programs, offered by the US Dept. of Commerce: National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), support research and collaborative efforts in various fields, including…	Not published	Varies
ASF Research Program Award Alport Syndrome Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Alport Syndrome Foundation Research Program funds investigator research advancing understanding and treatment of Alport syndrome, a genetic kidney disease.	Not published	Up to $125K
Distinguished Toxicology Scholar Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · Varies The Distinguished Toxicology Scholar Award, established by the Society of Toxicology (SOT) in 1961, recognizes a member's significant contributions to toxicology.	Not published	Varies
Mehendale Welcome Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Mehendale Welcome Award, supported by the Rekha and Harihara Mehendale Welcome Award Fund, assists international graduate students transitioning to new academic environments.	Not published	Up to $3K
St. Baldrick's Foundation Scholar (Career Development) Award Grant St Baldrick's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $330K The St. Baldrick's Foundation Scholar (Career Development) Award supports early-career researchers dedicated to childhood cancer research.	Not published	Up to $330K
Sidney R. Baer, Jr. Foundation: Clinical Research Grants Sidney R Baer Jr Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sidney R. Baer, Jr. Foundation offers Clinical Research Grants to support advancements in the treatment and understanding of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.	Not published	Varies
Health Equity Data Access Program (HEDAP) Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services · Federal Forecast · Up to $90K The Health Equity Data Access program (HEDAP) provides funding for six (6) “seats” in the CMS Virtual Research Data Center (VRDC). The VRDC assists researchers in gaining access to CMS restricted data for minority health research.	Forecast	Up to $90K
Zembal Wetland Research Grant Sea & Sage Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K	Not published	$500 – $5K
Trainee Investigator Award Grant American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Trainee Investigator Award, offered by the AASM Foundation, recognizes outstanding research presented by AASM Student/Resident Members at the SLEEP annual meeting.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Support for Young Tribologists Grant Program Taiho Kogyo Tribology Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Support for Young Tribologists Grant Program, funded by the Taiho Kogyo Tribology Research Foundation, aims to assist young tribologists (36 years old or younger) in attending tribology-related conferences.	Not published	Up to $500
James S. Bower Foundation Grants James S Bower Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The James S. Bower Foundation offers grants to public charities in the Santa Barbara area focused on educational, scientific, religious, and charitable efforts.	Not published	Varies
DNP Distinguished Service Award Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The DNP Distinguished Service Award, presented by the American Physical Society (APS), honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the nuclear physics community.	Not published	Varies
Impact Research Grants American Association of Critical Care Nurses · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The AACN Impact Research Grants provide funding for experienced clinicians and researchers to conduct systematic research that advances knowledge in high-acuity critical care nursing.	Not published	Up to $50K
GSA Graduate Student Research Grants Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The GSA Graduate Student Research Grants provide essential funding for master's and doctoral research in geological sciences for students in North America and Central America.	Not published	$3K
E. Alexander Bergstrom Memorial Research Grant Association of Field Ornithologistsinc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Association of Field Ornithologists awards Bergstrom Memorial Research Grants of up to $1,500 each; typically five are awarded annually.	Not published	Up to $2K
AMTA Conference Scholarships (Conference Scholar Awards) American Music Therapy Association · Foundation Not published · Varies AMTA Conference Scholarships (Conference Scholar awards) provide financial support to AMTA professional and student members to offset the cost of attending the AMTA Annual Conference. ELIGIBILITY FLAG — AMTA professional/student members.	Not published	Varies
Early Career Professional Development Award Grant Kentucky Academy of Science · Foundation Not published · $500 The KAS Early Career Professional Development Award provides monetary support to post-secondary instructors in the first five years of their careers.	Not published	$500
American Society of Biomechanics: Research Travel Grant The American Society of Biomechanics · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The American Society of Biomechanics offers a Research Travel Grant to promote collaboration among biomechanists across various disciplines. This grant assists in covering travel and lodging expenses, with budget requests up to $1500.	Not published	Up to $2K
Faculty Scholars Program American Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The ABF Faculty Scholars program provides support for legal scholars and researchers conducting empirical and interdisciplinary research on law and society. The program includes multiple initiatives:	Not published	Varies
Mission Boost Grants (MBG) American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K – $500K The Mission Boost Grants (MBG) by the American Cancer Society aim to enhance cancer research by funding projects that translate into human testing.	Not published	$100K – $500K
Doctoral Sales Grant Program Direct Selling Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K The Direct Selling Education Foundation (DSEF) offers grants to PhD students pursuing research on direct selling topics relevant to DSEF and Direct Selling Association (DSA) member companies.	Not published	$4K

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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 6,431 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 3,615 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 (518), Society of Toxicology (102), U.S. National Science Foundation (89), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,027 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,431 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 647 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, 44% 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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