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. 423 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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Des Cooper Conservation Award Grant Australasian Wildlife Management Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Des Cooper Conservation Award, established by the Australasian Wildlife Management Society in 2011, honors student members excelling in wildlife management research.	Not published	Up to $3K
Change the Air Research Grant Change the Air Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $75K Poor indoor air quality is described as "an overlooked and underfunded public health issue." The foundation aims to bridge the funding gap and support research that gathers human data on health effects from exposure to damp and…	Not published	$75K
Young Investigator Research Development Award Ao North America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This award supports emerging researchers in the field of orthopaedic trauma and is part of AO North America's commitment to promoting development of aspiring new researchers.	Not published	Varies
Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award (Dissertation Award) in Honor of Robert M. Teeter Grant National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) · Foundation Not published · $7K The Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award in Honor of Robert M. Teeter is an annual dissertation award aimed at supporting doctoral students conducting research on the U.S. political process and public policy from the late 20th century.	Not published	$7K
HSA Research Grants The Herb Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Herb Society of America offers annual HSA Research Grants aimed at advancing knowledge and usage of herbs.	Not published	$10K
St. Baldrick’s Foundation Fellowship Award Grant St Baldrick's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $195K The St. Baldrick’s Foundation Fellowship Award supports pediatric oncology training through a two-year fellowship, with a potential third year based on need and achievements.	Not published	Up to $195K
Lung Cancer Discovery Award Grant American Lung Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Lung Cancer Discovery Award, offered by the American Lung Association, supports innovative research aimed at improving outcomes for lung cancer patients.	Not published	Up to $200K
PancreasFest National Pancreas Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies PancreasFest is an annual meeting of pancreas physicians and translational researchers who convene during the last week of July to find new ways of working together to improve patient care.	Not published	Varies
NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) seeks to advance its mission by supporting Core Center of Transformative Science Grants.	Forecast	Varies
JDRF: Strategic Research Agreements Grant Program Breakthrough T1D · Foundation Not published · Varies The JDRF Strategic Research Agreements Grant Program funds innovative research in type 1 diabetes, fostering partnerships between investigators and JDRF scientists.	Not published	Varies
NYSCF–Robertson Stem Cell Prize New York STEM Cell Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Science Writer Fellowship Program Giovanni Armenise-Harvard Foundation for Scientific Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Fellowship program supporting science writers. Part of the foundation's programs in Italy.	Not published	Varies
Young Investigator Award Special Competitions: Primary Brain Tumors Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Young Investigator Award for Primary Brain Tumors, supported by Conquer Cancer and the AACR, aims to fund promising researchers transitioning from training to faculty roles.	Not published	$50K
Early Career Development Grant Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation of the United States Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The PBTF offers Early Career Development grants to support researchers in the pediatric brain tumor field.	Not published	Varies
CRNA Scholars (Post-Doctoral/Doctoral CRNAs for Research and/or Clinical Projects) American Association of Nurse Anesthetists · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the AANA Foundation is to advance the science of anesthesia through education and research.	Not published	Varies
ACS Award in Polymer Chemistry Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The ACS Award in Polymer Chemistry honors significant contributions in polymer chemistry, recognizing pioneering research and advancements in the field.	Not published	Up to $6K
Gilliam Fellows Program Howard Hughes Medical Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Gilliam is not currently accepting applications_ Preparing science leaders through paired awards to graduate students and their thesis advisors who, together, are committed to advancing equity and inclusion in science.	Not published	Varies
AASP Foundation Seed Grants Association for Applied Sport · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The AASP Foundation offers smaller 'seed grants' (up to $500) providing limited support to AASP members, especially early-career professionals/pre-tenured faculty or students.	Not published	Up to $500
American Epilepsy Society: Predoctoral Research Fellowships Grant American Epilepsy Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The American Epilepsy Society offers Predoctoral Research Fellowships to support students conducting epilepsy-related dissertation research under expert mentorship. Proposals in basic, translational, or clinical research are encouraged.	Not published	Up to $30K
H. Branch Howe Grant Georgia Ornithological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The H. Branch Howe Grant, offered by the Georgia Ornithological Society, supports graduate students conducting ornithological research in Georgia.	Not published	Up to $15K
Arthur B. Guise Medal Grant Society of Fire Protection Engineers Inc (SFPE) · Foundation Not published · $2K The Arthur B. Guise Medal, awarded by the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE), honors significant advancements in fire protection engineering.	Not published	$2K
PSAE RFP (Partnership for Small Area Estimation) - Phase 1 Ncasi Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The NCASI Foundation and the US Forest Service Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) program have partnered to fund research into national forest inventory (NFI)-based small area estimation techniques.	Not published	Varies
R.A. Wardle Award Grant Canadian Society of Zoologists · Foundation Not published · Varies The R.A. Wardle Award, presented by the Canadian Society of Zoologists, recognizes outstanding contributions to Canadian-based research in parasitism, immunity, and the environment.	Not published	Varies
The Raymond McGill Memorial Research Grant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Foundation Inc · 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 6,433 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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