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, state 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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Alpha-1 Foundation: Research Grant Alpha-1 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Alpha-1 Foundation aims to cure Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency through its Grants Award Program, funding diverse research initiatives.	Not published	Up to $200K
AVMF Veterinary Pharmacology Fellowship American Veterinary Medical Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies AVMF Veterinary Pharmacology Fellowship — supports training/research in veterinary pharmacology. FLAG for detail.	Not published	Varies
Training Workforce for Infrastructure Construction and Engineering (TWICE) Project Big Step Inc · Foundation Not published · $1M A comprehensive grant for research and curriculum development in infrastructure construction and engineering.	Not published	$1M
Eugene Rullo Chemistry Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Eugene Rullo Chemistry Scholarship Fund, established by the Pittsburgh Foundation, provides financial assistance to students majoring in chemistry or mathematics at St. Vincent College.	Not published	Varies
ancient DNA for Modern Genomics (aDMG) Coordination Center National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $1,500,000 total The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications to establish an ancient DNA for Modern Genomics (aDMG) program.	Forecast	$1,500,000 total
American Society of Biomechanics: Borelli Award Grant The American Society of Biomechanics · Foundation Not published · $2K The American Society of Biomechanics honors exemplary contributions to the field through the Borelli Award, named after Giovanni Alfonso Borelli, the father of modern biomechanics.	Not published	$2K
Autism Predoctoral Fellowship Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · $100K The Autism Predoctoral Fellowship, funded by the New Jersey Department of Health, supports early-career researchers in autism research.	Not published	$100K
NMDP Barbara Buchbinder Nurse Research Program NMDP Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K The Buchbinder Nurse Research Program supports projects led by nurse researchers that aim to make a difference for children who receive a blood stem cell transplant.	Not published	$25K
New Investigator Grant Program - Research Grant Heffter Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K	Not published	Up to $150K
Lustgarten Foundation-AACR Career Development Award for Pancreatic Cancer Research, in Honor of John Robert Lewis Grant American Association for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Lustgarten Foundation-AACR Career Development Award for Pancreatic Cancer Research honors the legacy of Representative John Robert Lewis and aims to support the development of diverse talent in pancreatic cancer research.	Not published	Up to $300K
Scholarships for Graduate Students: AWWA Abel Wolman Fellowship Grant American Water Works Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The AWWA Abel Wolman Fellowship, established in 1984, supports highly qualified students conducting meaningful research in water supply through doctoral programs.	Not published	Up to $30K
Regular Fellowship Grant Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg (HWK), Institute for Advanced Study · Foundation Not published · Varies The Regular Fellowship at the Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg provides exceptional researchers with a chance to engage in focused study, free from typical academic distractions.	Not published	Varies
DPP Katherine E. Weimer Award for Women in Plasma Science Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The DPP Katherine E. Weimer Award for Women in Plasma Science, established by the American Physical Society, recognizes exceptional achievements of early-career women physicists in plasma science.	Not published	$5K
IADR Hatton Competition and Awards American Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K Established in 1953, the IADR Hatton Awards are IADR's longest-running awards that recognize young researchers.	Not published	Up to $1K
SAF National Awards Program: Award in Forest Science Grant Society of American Foresters · Foundation Not published · $1K The SAF National Awards Program recognizes excellence in forestry through various awards, including the Award in Forest Science.	Not published	$1K
Bay Area Lyme Foundation: Emerging Leader Award Grant Bay Area Lyme Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bay Area Lyme Foundation's Emerging Leader Award supports innovative research in Lyme disease, offering two $150,000 grants to post-doctoral and early-career scientists.	Not published	Varies
Breast Cancer Research Foundation-AACR Career Development Awards to Promote Diversity and Inclusion Grant American Association for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · $150K The Breast Cancer Research Foundation-AACR Career Development Awards aim to support early-career investigators conducting innovative research relevant to breast cancer.	Not published	$150K
KidneyCure New Investigators Grant American Society of Nephrology · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
PhD Program Giovanni Armenise-Harvard Foundation for Scientific Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Doctoral program supporting PhD students in Italy. Part of the foundation's in-country educational initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Research Mentor Award Grant American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The AASM Foundation Research Mentor Award recognizes outstanding mentors in sleep and circadian research, promoting the development of early-career researchers such as undergraduates and junior faculty.	Not published	$500
Hanna H. Gray Fellows Program: Faculty Phase Grant Howard Hughes Medical Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.1M The Hanna H. Gray Fellows Program, supported by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, aims to enhance diversity in the academic research community.	Not published	Up to $1.1M
IASLC Career Advancement Grant International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer · Foundation Not published · $100K The IASLC Career Advancement Grant supports mid-career professionals in thoracic oncology, aiming to bridge the funding gap between early-career and advanced opportunities.	Not published	$100K
Pediatric Glomerular Disease Accelerator Grant Program: Delivering Cures in a Decade Nephcure Kidney International · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K Provides small and medium-sized grants to nephrologists and researchers studying pediatric glomerular diseases.	Not published	$10K – $75K
Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program: Senior Fellowships Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Up to $62K The Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program: Senior Fellowships provides opportunities for independent research related to Smithsonian collections and facilities.	Not published	Up to $62K

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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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