Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,433 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. 3,616 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,433; from 2,028 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $751.9M; across 3,616 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 645 with a published date

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CSSOT Fall Meeting Abstract Submission and The Graduate and Postdoctoral Student Travel Awards Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · Varies The CSSOT Fall Meeting Abstract Submission and Graduate and Postdoctoral Student Travel Awards recognize outstanding research presentations by graduate students and postdoctoral fellows at the annual Central States Chapter of the Society…	Not published	Varies
William L. and Diane C. Wilson Scholarship for Karst Science Grant Karst Waters Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The William L. and Diane C. Wilson Scholarship for Karst Science, established in 2002, honors the legacy of William L. Wilson and aims to support innovative karst scientists.	Not published	$3K
Science of Science: Discovery, Communication and Impact U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Not published · Varies The Science of Science:Discovery, Communication and Impact (SoS:DCI) program is designed to advance theory and knowledge about increasing the public value of scientific activity.	Not published	Varies
Future Earth’s Cross-Cutting Initiatives Grant Program Mountain Research Initiative · Foundation Not published · Up to €50,000 The Future Earth’s Cross-Cutting Initiatives Grant Program supports collaborative projects aimed at fostering integrative research and transdisciplinary activities among Future Earth networks.	Not published	Up to €50,000
Drug Delivery Faculty Starter Grant Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America Fdn Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Drug Delivery Faculty Starter Grant from the PhRMA Foundation supports early-career researchers in drug delivery, providing $100,000 for one year.	Not published	$100K
Anita Oberholster Award for Extension Excellence American Society for Enology · Foundation Not published · Varies This award recognizes excellence and contributions to enology or viticulture through extension programs and the translation of research findings into commercially applicable tools.	Not published	Varies
Link Foundation: Energy Fellowship Grant The Link Foundation · Foundation Not published · $35K – $70K The Link Foundation offers a prestigious Energy Fellowship aimed at supporting Ph.D. candidates focused on energy innovation. Each fellowship provides $35,000 per year for two years, totaling $70,000.	Not published	$35K – $70K
Western SARE: Graduate Student Research & Education Grant Program Western SARE · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Western SARE Graduate Student Research and Education Grant Program supports innovative research and educational outreach in sustainable agriculture.	Not published	Up to $30K
The M. Dean Kleinkopf Scholarship(s) Grant Tobacco Root Geological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The M. Dean Kleinkopf Scholarship, offered by the Tobacco Root Geological Society, supports undergraduate and graduate students pursuing geophysical field projects in the northern Rocky Mountains.	Not published	Up to $1K
Arthur C. Cope Postdoctoral Fellowship in Organic Chemistry Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $170K The Arthur C. Cope Postdoctoral Fellowship, awarded by the American Chemical Society, recognizes outstanding achievements in organic chemistry.	Not published	Up to $170K
Supportive Care Research Grant St Baldrick's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
More than Skin Deep: Mental Health Grant National Psoriasis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) invites researchers to apply for the More than Skin Deep: Mental Health Grant, aimed at addressing the mental health challenges associated with psoriatic disease.	Not published	Up to $100K
Dr. Gary Kielhofner Doctoral Research Scholarship in Occupational Therapy The American Occupational Therapy Founda Tion Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Support an occupational therapist doctoral candidate in pursuing their research.	Not published	$5K
ELDP: Legacy Materials Grants (LMG) Endangered Languages Documentation Programme (ELDP) · Foundation Not published · Up to €10,000 The Endangered Language Documentation Programme (ELDP) provides Legacy Materials Grants to support the digitization and archiving of endangered language recordings and materials at risk of being lost.	Not published	Up to €10,000
NextTech: Translational Development of Next-Generation Diagnostic and Therapeutic Devices (R18 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $6,000,000 total This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications from investigators to advance the development and translation of next-generation technologies to prevent, monitor, diagnose, and treat disorders within the missions of…	Forecast	$6,000,000 total
Charles Lathrop Parsons Award Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Charles Lathrop Parsons Award, presented by the American Chemical Society, honors exceptional public service by ACS members. This prestigious award includes a $5,000 monetary prize and a certificate.	Not published	Up to $8K
AAPS: A. Allen Graffham Paleontology Research Grant Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences · Foundation Not published · $1K The A. Allen Graffham Paleontology Research Grant, administered by the Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences, provides $1000 annually to support researchers publishing on specimens collected by AAPS members.	Not published	$1K
Michigan Sea Grant - Graduate Student Research Fellowships Michigan Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Michigan Sea Grant is offering Graduate Student Research Fellowships for innovative research in natural or social sciences related to the Great Lakes.	Not published	Up to $60K
Carbon Removal Innovation Support Program (GFO-22-901) Grant California Energy Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carbon Removal Innovation Support Program (GFO-22-901) aims to fund innovative projects that utilize advanced technologies for the direct capture of atmospheric carbon.	Not published	Varies
The American Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies (ASECS) Fellowship Grant The Newberry Library · Foundation Not published · $3K The American Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies (ASECS) Fellowship at The Newberry Library supports scholars investigating the period from 1660 to 1815.	Not published	$3K
NLM Institutional Grants for Research Training in Biomedical Informatics, Data Science, and AI National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $500K – $775K The National Library of Medicine (NLM) invites applications for innovative predoctoral and postdoctoral training programs that prepare the next generation of researchers in biomedical informatics, data science, and artificial…	Forecast	$500K – $775K
ASLO Award Nominations Grant Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography (ASLO) · Foundation Not published · Varies The ASLO Award Nominations recognize outstanding contributions to aquatic science, celebrating individual achievements in research and education.	Not published	Varies
Mech SS Sheldon D. Murphy Student and Postdoctoral Endowment Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mech SS Sheldon D. Murphy Student and Postdoctoral Endowment Award, established by the Society of Toxicology, honors the legacy of Dr. Sheldon D. Murphy, a pioneer in toxicology.	Not published	Varies
American Academy of Audiology: Investigator Research Grant American Academy of Audiology Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The American Academy of Audiology offers the Investigator Research Grant to promote essential research in audiology and balance health care.	Not published	Up to $20K

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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 6,433 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 3,616 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 (90), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,028 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,433 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 645 have a published upcoming deadline, 922 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,806 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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