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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WES Foundation Research Grants When Everyone Survives Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K The WES Foundation Research Grants aim to support innovative research in leukemia, offering $50,000 for one year to both new and established investigators.	Not published	$50K
AOTF Implementation Research (IR) Grant Program The American Occupational Therapy Founda Tion Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Improve both individual patient outcomes and overall public health through better use and integration of evidence-based practice.	Not published	Varies
ACS Local Section Innovative Project Grant Program American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The ACS Local Section Innovative Project Grant Program aims to empower local sections of the American Chemical Society to devise and execute innovative projects that enhance community engagement and chemistry literacy.	Not published	Up to $4K
Peg Fisher-Jullie Fight for Life Research Award A Breath of Hope Lung Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150K	Not published	$150K
Civic Science Media Project Grants Montclair State University · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Civic Science Media Project Grants, offered by Montclair State University's Center for Cooperative Media, aim to enhance local journalism and foster collaboration between scientists and media.	Not published	Up to $15K
Joint NCI/SPORE/P20 Program Gateway for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
HRiA Robert E. Leet and Clara Guthrie Patterson Trust Mentored Research Award Grant Health Resources in Action Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The HRiA Robert E. Leet and Clara Guthrie Patterson Trust Mentored Research Award aims to promote research on human diseases by supporting early-stage postdoctoral and clinical investigators.	Not published	Up to $200K
BTF Research Scholarship for Critical Thinkers (RSCT) Bridge to Turkiye · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports Turkish students in securing mentorship and research opportunities, particularly for those aiming to pursue PhDs in the United States. Creates life-changing opportunities through mentorship, research experience, and financial aid.	Not published	Varies
Comcast Innovation Fund: Useful & Interesting Things Grants The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Comcast Innovation Fund was created to support technology and public policy research that contributes to the betterment of the Internet, and the continued evolution of connectivity products and services.	Not published	Varies
Meritorious Teaching Award Grant Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAR) · Foundation Not published · $500 The Meritorious Teaching Award in Herpetology recognizes outstanding educators and mentors in the field.	Not published	$500
Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Morris K. Udall Discovery Centers without Walls (DCWoW) for Parkinson's Disease Research (RM1 - Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) intends to promote team science research to discover the causes of Parkinson's Disease by publishing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for…	Forecast	Varies
Commonwealth PhD Scholarships (for least developed countries and fragile states) Grant Commonwealth Scholarship Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Commonwealth PhD Scholarships are designed for citizens of least developed countries and fragile states within the Commonwealth, allowing them to pursue full-time doctoral studies at UK universities.	Not published	Varies
Research Grants American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Research and Education Fdtn · Foundation Not published · Varies Funds health services research and education that advances the pharmacy practice and improves health outcomes through optimal, safe, and effective medication use	Not published	Varies
BRAIN Initiative: Clinical Studies to Advance Next-Generation Devices for Recording and Modulation in the Human Central Nervous System (UH3 Clinical Trial Optional) The ALS Association Inc Wisconsin Chapter · Foundation Not published · Varies This funding opportunity seeks to encourage applicants to pursue milestone-driven first-in-human or early stage clinical investigations of devices with recording and/or stimulation capabilities.	Not published	Varies
Judith Graham Pool Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Grant National Bleeding Disorders Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $104K The Judith Graham Pool (JGP) Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, established by the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) in 1972, supports groundbreaking research in bleeding disorders.	Not published	Up to $104K
Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation Scholarships The College Foundation of the University of Virginia · Foundation Not published · $19K Prestigious scholarships for exceptional undergraduate researchers in science fields. University of Virginia is one of only 10 universities nationwide selected for this three-year renewable grant.	Not published	$19K
PIN Community Research Grants Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (PIN) · Foundation Not published · $100K The PIN Community Research Grants program supports university researchers and local governments in Georgia to tackle community issues through applied research and smart technology.	Not published	$100K
Mentored Investigator Grant The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Mentored Investigator Grant supports early-career researchers conducting ovarian cancer research. Recipients are postdoctoral fellows and early-career investigators working under mentorship at research institutions.	Not published	$100K
NASGA Research Grants North American Strawberry Growers Association (NASGA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The NASGA Research Grants aim to enhance strawberry production sustainability in North America by addressing critical research priorities, including cultivar development, pest management, and production efficiency.	Not published	Up to $15K
ANRF Postdoctoral Research Fellowship for Physician-Scientists Arthritis National Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies ANRF's Postdoctoral Research Fellowship for Physician-Scientists supports MD or MD/PhD physician-scientists currently in, or recently completing, an ACGME-accredited clinical rheumatology fellowship.	Not published	Varies
Hohn-Johnson Research Grant Veterinary Orthopedic Society · Foundation Not published · Varies A research grant award offered by the Veterinary Orthopedic Society.	Not published	Varies
Helen and Frederick Gaige Fund Awards Grant American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists · Foundation Not published · $400 – $1K The Helen and Frederick Gaige Fund Awards support student herpetologists with grants typically ranging from $400 to $1000.	Not published	$400 – $1K
SUS: Resident Research Scholar Award Grant Society of University Surgeons · Foundation Not published · $30K The SUS Resident Research Scholar Award offers $30,000 for one year to surgical residents engaged in basic or translational research.	Not published	$30K
Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program: Postdoctoral Fellowships Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Up to $124K The Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program offers postdoctoral fellowships for scholars seeking to conduct independent research related to the Institution's collections and facilities.	Not published	Up to $124K

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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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