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 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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Transatlantic Alliance Award Grant Endocrine Society · Foundation Not published · £5,000 The Transatlantic Alliance Award, presented by the European Society of Endocrinology and the Endocrine Society, honors a distinguished leader in endocrinology research who has made significant contributions through collaboration in the US…	Not published	£5,000
GFED Early Investigators Research Grant National Eating Disorders Association · Foundation Not published · $50K Designed to support early career researchers in the eating disorders field.	Not published	$50K
Agnes Higgins Award in Maternal-Fetal Nutrition Grant March of Dimes Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Agnes Higgins Award in Maternal-Fetal Nutrition recognizes outstanding contributions to research and clinical practice in maternal-fetal nutrition.	Not published	Varies
National Partner Society Abstract Achievement Awards Grant American Society of Hematology Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The National Partner Society Abstract Achievement Awards, offered by the American Society of Hematology (ASH) in collaboration with various medical societies, recognize outstanding research projects.	Not published	$2K
ARPA-H Total Human Eye-allotransplantation Innovation Advancement (THEIA) Project Lions World Vision Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $46M Transformative research program funded by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) aimed at achieving the first functional whole eye transplant to restore sight to those with previously untreatable blindness.	Not published	Up to $46M
American Society of Biomechanics: Graduate Student Research Grant The American Society of Biomechanics · Foundation Not published · $2K The American Society of Biomechanics offers the Graduate Student Research Grant to support student members in biomechanics research.	Not published	$2K
Douglas Bomford Trust: Other Awards Less than £5000 Grant The Douglas Bomford Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to £5,000 The Douglas Bomford Trust offers grants under £5000 to promote sustainable agricultural practices through engineering and technology.	Not published	Up to £5,000
James Kirk Bernard Foundation Award for Excellence in the Biological Exploration of Suicide James Kirk Bernard Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies An award presented annually in partnership with the International Academy of Suicide Research (IASR) at the International Summit on Suicide Research.	Not published	Varies
Cancer Health Equity Research Centers (CHERCs) Grant American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $860K The Cancer Health Equity Research Centers (CHERCs) initiative by the American Cancer Society aims to address health disparities by supporting research focused on social determinants affecting cancer care.	Not published	Up to $860K
Melbourne R. Carriker Student Research Grant National Shellfisheries Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Melbourne R. Carriker Student Research Grant, established in 1908 by the National Shellfisheries Association, supports student excellence in shellfish research.	Not published	$1K
Transportation Research and Policy Grant Laura and John Arnold Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K Arnold Ventures (AV) is a philanthropy dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through evidence-based solutions that maximize opportunity and minimize injustice.	Not published	Up to $200K
SIOP Student Travel Award Grant Society for Industrial · Foundation Not published · $500 The SIOP Student Travel Award supports graduate students in psychology attending the SIOP Annual Conference. Eligible applicants must be student members of SIOP and present accepted submissions at the conference.	Not published	$500
AFSP Linked Standard Research Innovation Grants American Foundation for Suicide Prevention · Foundation Not published · Up to $450K AFSP Linked Standard Research Innovation Grants fund investigators at any level conducting research across two or more unique sites, each contributing unique expertise and data collection. Up to $450,000 over 2 years.	Not published	Up to $450K
The RPB Physician-Scientist Award Grant Research to Prevent Blindness Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The RPB Physician-Scientist Award offers $300,000 for research in vision science, with a focus on retinal diseases and myopia. Awardees must be full-time faculty and commit significant time to research and clinical activities.	Not published	Up to $300K
Meeting Attendance Grants Federation of European Microbiological Societies · Foundation Not published · Up to €750 The Meeting Attendance Grants, offered by the Federation of European Microbiological Societies, support early career researchers in attending microbiology conferences worldwide.	Not published	Up to €750
Family Medicine Leads Scholarships for FUTURE- Early Career Student (Rising MS/OMS 1–3) Grant American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation · Foundation Not published · $600 The Family Medicine Leads Scholarships support early career medical students (MS/OMS 1-3) to attend the AAFP FUTURE National Conference.	Not published	$600
SPS Scholarly Grant Society for Pediatric Sedation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The SPS Scholarly Grant is a research and education grant opportunity mentioned throughout the SPS website as one of the primary grants offered by the organization.	Not published	Varies
OREF Unrestricted Research Grant (MTF Biologics-Funded) Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This grant aids investigators in funding orthopaedic research projects.	Not published	Varies
Emerging Scientist Awards Children's Cancer Research Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Children's Cancer Research Fund provides Emerging Scientist Awards to support young investigators who are postdoctoral students around the country.	Not published	Varies
Botany in Action Fellowship Program Grant Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens · Foundation Not published · $6K The Botany in Action Fellowship Program at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is designed for PhD students in plant-based research.	Not published	$6K
Cystinosis Ireland Seedcorn Funding Cystinosis Research Network Inc · Foundation Not published · €10,000 per project (more where justified) This funding scheme aims to provide researchers with the opportunity to generate solid preliminary data which would contribute to a larger, sustainable, longer-term application for funding.	Not published	€10,000 per project (more where justified)
Golden Retriever Lifetime Study Research Funding Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding available for Established Investigator proposals on any canine disease topic. Special funding available through the Dr. Rodney Page Canine Cancer Fellowship for Fellowship Training proposals to study canine cancer.	Not published	Varies
Petroleum Research Fund - Undergraduate New Investigator Grants American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · $55K The Petroleum Research Fund offers Undergraduate New Investigator Grants to support emerging scientists in petroleum-related research.	Not published	$55K
PSF: Research Fellowships Grant Plastic Surgery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The PSF Research Fellowships aim to support early-career investigators in plastic surgery by providing salary support for residents or fellows to gain research training and experience.	Not published	Up to $50K

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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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