Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,434 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. 3,617 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,434; from 2,029 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $752.5M; across 3,617 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 646 with a published date

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Challenge Awards Grant Prostate Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300K – $1.5M The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) invites innovative applications for the Challenge Awards aimed at tackling metastatic, lethal prostate cancer.	Not published	$300K – $1.5M
SBIR/STTR Match Program Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The SBIR/STTR Match Program, offered by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, provides state funding to support small businesses that have received federal grants through the SBIR and STTR programs.	Not published	Up to $250K
IADR Innovation in Oral Care Awards American Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research · Foundation Not published · $50K Designed to promote innovation in oral care technologies and solutions that impact public oral health. In its 18th year of award support as of 2021, with contributions exceeding $3 million USD from the funder.	Not published	$50K
Health, Patient, and Science Focused Giving Grant Genentech Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies At Genentech, we invest in bold ideas and innovative solutions that address systemic inequities in science and medicine to advance a more just healthcare system.	Not published	Varies
SSAT Career Development Award Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K Support for young faculty members to help establish investigators (basic or clinical) in digestive diseases.	Not published	$50K
ARS New Investigator Research Grant American Rhinologic Society (ARS) · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The ARS New Investigator Research Grant aims to support innovative research in rhinology, including basic, translational, and clinical projects. The funding period is non-renewable and lasts up to 24 months.	Not published	Up to $40K
Officers’ Research Grants on Reducing Inequality William T Grant Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Officers’ Research Grants on Reducing Inequality support studies aimed at understanding and addressing inequalities affecting youth ages 5-25 in the U.S. This initiative funds descriptive, intervention, and measurement development…	Not published	$25K – $50K
Medical Student Summer Fellowships (Jack and Fay Netchin) American Brain Tumor Association · Foundation Not published · $3K Support medical students conducting brain tumor research under the mentorship of neuro-oncology experts. These fellowships aim to inspire the next generation of physician-scientists to pursue careers in the brain tumor field.	Not published	$3K
BES: Long-term Research Grant British Ecological Society (BES) · Foundation Not published · Up to £8,500 The British Ecological Society (BES) offers a Long-term Research Grant, providing funding for 10 years to support ecological studies worldwide.	Not published	Up to £8,500
AAO Educational Trust Fund Retina Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies RRF supports educational programming through the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) Educational Trust Fund. Provides educational opportunities and supports advancement of vision scientists and ophthalmologists.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Carolyn Baum Occupational Therapy & Functional Cognition Award The American Occupational Therapy Founda Tion Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Award to an occupational therapy researcher to train their mentee. The $10,000 award stipend is to be used by the mentor to support the research and/or research training of their mentee.	Not published	$10K
Genome Sequencing Center for the Gabriella Miller Kids First Pediatric Research Program (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $6,600,000 total The NIH Common Fund, with other NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs), intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for the Gabriella Miller Kids First Pediatric Research Program (Kids First) , which seeks…	Forecast	$6,600,000 total
Epilepsy Therapy Project Shark Tank Competition Grant Epilepsy Foundation of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Epilepsy Therapy Project Shark Tank Competition invites innovative ideas for epilepsy treatment and care, offering winners recognition and up to $200,000 in funding.	Not published	Up to $200K
GSF: Virology & Infectious Diseases RFP - HBV: B-PRO Grant Gilead Sciences, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The GSF: Virology & Infectious Diseases RFP - HBV: B-PRO aims to address chronic hepatitis B (CHB), a significant public health concern despite available vaccines and antiviral therapies.	Not published	Varies
Ralph F. Hirschmann Award in Peptide Chemistry Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The Ralph F. Hirschmann Award in Peptide Chemistry, presented by the American Chemical Society, recognizes exceptional contributions in the fields of chemistry, biochemistry, and biophysics of peptides.	Not published	$5K
Edmond J. Safra Fellowship in Movement Disorders The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research · Foundation Not published · Varies As the demand for movement disorder specialists increases, not enough neurologists are receiving vital training in Parkinson’s and related conditions.	Not published	Varies
Southern California Regional Meeting Abstract Submission Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · $100 – $500 The Southern California Regional Meeting Abstract Submission Award invites members of the Southern California Regional Chapter to submit research abstracts for presentation at the annual meeting on October 15, 2025.	Not published	$100 – $500
AVMF Research Grants American Veterinary Medical Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) research grant program funding veterinary research (grant FAQ describes application cycles, submission deadlines, final-report requirements, and no-cost extensions).	Not published	Varies
Fakhri A. Bazzaz and Steward T.A. Pickett Award for Excellence in Mentoring the Next Generation of Ecologists Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 – $1K Honors two eminent ecologists (Steward Pickett and the late Fakhri Bazzaz) who were committed to mentoring towards diversity, inclusion and belonging.	Not published	$700 – $1K
Weatherhead Scholars Program - Postdoctoral Researchers and Visiting Faculty Grant Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Weatherhead Scholars Program at Harvard University invites applications for postdoctoral researchers and visiting faculty for the 2025–2026 academic year.	Not published	Varies
Yeager Science Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo · Foundation Not published · Up to $23K Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County is a resource for local charitable giving.	Not published	Up to $23K
AIAR: NEH Fellowship Grant Ttee W F Albright Institute -Art 8 · Foundation Not published · $26K – $39K The AIAR NEH Fellowship offers up to $70,000 in funding for U.S. scholars in Near Eastern studies to conduct research at the Albright Institute in Jerusalem. Fellowships last between 4 to 6 months and cover stipends for living expenses.	Not published	$26K – $39K
Jerome M. Paros Scholarships in Geophysical Instrumentation Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · $5K The Jerome M. Paros Scholarships in Geophysical Instrumentation support graduate students passionate about geophysical instrumentation and precise field measurements in seismology, atmospheric sciences, or ocean sciences.	Not published	$5K
Focused Projects Grant for Junior Investigators- Restless Leg Syndrome American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Focused Projects Grant for Junior Investigators, funded by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation, provides up to $50,000 for one year to support early career researchers investigating sleep-related issues, particularly…	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 6,434 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 3,617 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, 2,029 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,434 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 646 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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