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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Small Project Research Grants Virginia Academy of Science (VAS) · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Virginia Academy of Science offers Small Project Research Grants aimed at supporting initiatives that enhance understanding of natural systems in Virginia and human impacts on them.	Not published	Up to $10K
Connecticut Sea Grant College Program (CTSG) Grant - Omnibus Funding Cycle Connecticut Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $170K The Connecticut Sea Grant College Program (CTSG) Grant supports vital applied research, education, and outreach aimed at promoting healthy coastal and marine ecosystems in Connecticut and Long Island Sound.	Not published	Up to $170K
OIV Research Grant Program: Short-Term Research Grants International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) · Foundation Not published · Up to €15,000 The OIV Research Grant Program offers short-term research grants (up to €15,000 for 6-15 months) to highly qualified candidates aiming to enhance their research skills in viticulture.	Not published	Up to €15,000
Yellott Travel Award The Vision Sciences Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Breast Cancer Research Foundation - AACR Career Development Awards Grant American Association for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Breast Cancer Research Foundation - AACR Career Development Awards aim to support innovative research led by early-career investigators.	Not published	Up to $150K
Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science Grant The Franklin Institute · Foundation Not published · $250K The Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science honors individuals making significant contributions to human gene therapy. Established in 1990 by Henry Bower, this prestigious award includes a 14k gold medal and a $250,000 cash prize.	Not published	$250K
AIM Clinical Science Fellow Grant AIM Youth Mental Health · Foundation Not published · Varies AIM is bridging the gap between research and access to care for youth struggling with their mental health by finding, funding, and implementing evidence-based treatments, empowering youth to discover their own mental health solutions, and…	Not published	Varies
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: Research Projects Grant Alfred P Sloan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation provides grants to support innovative research and education in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and economics.	Not published	Varies
Enhancing global laboratory systems to safely manage biological risks, deploy diagnostics and sequence pathogens to strengthen health protection worldwide Grant FORECAST Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention · Foundation Not published · Varies This grant focuses on enhancing global laboratory systems to manage biological risks effectively. It aims to improve public health by strengthening laboratory capacities, workforce development, and bio-risk management.	Not published	Varies
CNS/CNF Research Grants for Young Investigators (Dodge YIA, PERF Shields & Elterman) Child Neurology Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The Child Neurology Society (CNS) offers research grants and awards for young investigators/junior members in child neurology, including the Philip R. Dodge Young Investigator Award and, in partnership with the Pediatric Epilepsy Research…	Not published	Varies
Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society Research Grant Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society Research Grant offers funding for research projects involving cacti and succulents, aligning with the organization's mission of education and knowledge dissemination.	Not published	$1K – $2K
ASPB Plant BLOOME Grant American Society of Plant Biologists · Foundation Not published · Varies ASPB Plant Biology Learning Objectives, Outreach Materials & Education (BLOOME) Grant — established 1995 to fund projects that enhance public awareness and understanding of the essential roles of plants. FLAG for detail.	Not published	Varies
RNID: Discovery Research Grant RNID (The Royal National Institute for Deaf People) · Foundation Not published · Up to £225,000 The RNID: Discovery Research Grant funds innovative research aimed at developing medical treatments for hearing loss and tinnitus.	Not published	Up to £225,000
Save our Seas Foundation Small Grant Save Our Seas Foundation US Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Save our Seas Foundation Small Grant supports innovative projects aimed at protecting marine megafauna, specifically elasmobranchs such as sharks and rays.	Not published	Up to $5K
ResMed Foundation: Clinical Research Proposals Resmed Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation's Board of Trustees has determined that funding will fall into the following categories: clinical research, physician and public awareness of the hazards of sleep-disordered breathing, and community philanthropic involvement.	Not published	Varies
Michelle Panuccio Research Grant Raptor Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to €3,500 The Michele Panuccio Memorial Grant offers financial assistance for field research focused on raptor migration and conservation in Europe, specifically for researchers under 35 years old.	Not published	Up to €3,500
Smithsonian Climate Change Postdoctoral Fellowship Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Due to unexpected delays in the current 2024-2025 cycle, our regular planning timeline has shifted.	Not published	Varies
GMED Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation in Medical Physics Awards Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The American Physical Society (APS) offers the GMED Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation in Medical Physics Awards annually to recognize exceptional research in medical physics.	Not published	Up to $750
Health Equity Research Grant The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Health Equity Research Grant by the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance aims to address health disparities in ovarian cancer by supporting innovative research projects.	Not published	Up to $200K
Cancer Center Community Outreach and Engagement Pilot Projects RFA Grant Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Cancer Center Community Outreach and Engagement Pilot Projects RFA invites proposals focused on the impact of demographics, social determinants of health, and behaviors on cancer risk and treatment.	Not published	Up to $50K
NATA: Doctoral Student Grants Program National Athletic Trainers' Association Research and Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The NATA Doctoral Student Grants Program, offered by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Foundation, provides financial support for innovative research projects in athletic training.	Not published	Up to $3K
Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Trailblazer Award for New and Early-Stage Investigators (R21 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering, with the National Eye Institute, the National Institute on Aging, the National Cancer Institute, and the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health intend to…	Forecast	Varies
The Field Museum: Brown Graduate Fellowship Grant Field Museum of Natural History · Foundation Not published · $32K The Field Museum offers the Brown Graduate Fellowship to support graduate students engaged in dissertation research related to the museum.	Not published	$32K
CS: Youth Incentive Award Grant The Coleopterists Society · Foundation Not published · $1K The Youth Incentive Award, established by the Coleopterists Society, encourages students in grades 7-12 to explore the fascinating world of beetles.	Not published	$1K

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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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