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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OTA Young Investigator Research Grant Orthopaedic Trauma Association · Foundation Not published · $35K The OTA Young Investigator Research Grant aims to support early-career orthopedic trauma surgeons within five years of fellowship completion by providing $35,000 over two years.	Not published	$35K
MCW-Led Momentum Grant Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The MCW-Led Momentum Grant, offered by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment, supports collaborative teams in pursuing innovative research and programs to enhance Wisconsin's health workforce.	Not published	Up to $250K
2026 Innovation Grant Alexs Lemonade Stand Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The 2026 Innovation Grant by Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation aims to foster groundbreaking research in pediatric oncology.	Not published	Up to $125K
Remote Biomarker Measurements in Microphysiological Systems Grant Translational Research Institute for Space Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The Remote Biomarker Measurements in Microphysiological Systems Grant seeks innovative proposals to enhance remote biomarker analysis technologies for microphysiological systems, crucial for deep space missions.	Not published	Varies
GA Research Awards Grant Geologists' Association (GA) · Foundation Not published · Up to £600 The GA Research Awards, established by the Geologists' Association since 1858, aim to promote geological study among all members with at least one year's standing, supporting research in earth sciences.	Not published	Up to £600
Team Telomere Trail Fund Grant Team Telomere Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Designed to fuel innovative research with flexibility and sustainability by supporting multiple pathways to advancing the field of Telomere Biology Disorders research.	Not published	Varies
AAPG Foundation: Grants-In-Aid Grant Program American Association of Petroleum · Foundation Not published · Varies The AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid provides financial assistance to graduate students (currently enrolled in Masters or Ph.D. programs) whose thesis research has application to the search for and development of petroleum and energy-mineral…	Not published	Varies
2026 JRGOS/ Zimmer BioMet Research Grant For Residents and Fellows J Robert Gladden Orthopaedic Society · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ASCB COMPASS Outreach Grant The American Society for Cell Biology · Foundation Not published · $280 – $1K The COMPASS (Committee for Postdocs and Students) Outreach Grant program provides funding opportunities for ASCB members to conduct science outreach and education initiatives in their communities.	Not published	$280 – $1K
ASTS: Presidential Student Mentorship Grant American Society Of Transplant Surgeons · Foundation Not published · $5K The ASTS Presidential Student Mentorship Grant offers $3,500 to medical students interested in transplantation. This funding supports summer mentorship opportunities under the guidance of an ASTS member, enhancing exposure to the field.	Not published	$5K
ACS Local Section Sustainability Programming American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies _Applications are reviewed at each ACS Meeting and must be received four weeks in advance thereof for consideration._ To promote opportunities that enhance the chemical community’s awareness of and the essential role of chemistry in…	Not published	Varies
Indigenous Community Research Fund Grant American Philosophical Society · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Indigenous Community Research Fund, administered by the American Philosophical Society, supports researchers aiming to explore materials that enhance Indigenous community priorities.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Data Science and Modeling for Green Chemistry American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The Data Science and Modeling for Green Chemistry award aims to recognize the research and development of computational tools that guide the design of sustainable chemical processes and the execution of green chemistry that demonstrates…	Not published	Varies
International Exchanges: Cost Share Scheme Programme (Japan - JSPS and MOST Taiwan) Grant The Royal Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £12,000 The International Exchanges: Cost Share Scheme Programme fosters collaboration between UK scientists and their international counterparts, specifically in the natural sciences.	Not published	Up to £12,000
Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Single Source for Continuation of the Environmental Determinants of Diabetes in The Young Study (TEDDY) Data Coordinating Center (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Up to $6M This is a non-competitive funding opportunity intended to fund a single award.	Forecast	Up to $6M
Research Grants New Jersey Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Funding for research projects with exciting potential. Initial funding is intended to help applicants qualify for larger grants from other organizations in the future.	Not published	Up to $50K
Archaeological Geology Division: Claude C. Albritton, Jr. Award Grant Geological Society of America Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $650 The Archaeological Geology Division: Claude C. Albritton, Jr. Award supports graduate students pursuing Master's or Doctoral degrees in Earth sciences or archaeology.	Not published	Up to $650
June Bacon-Bercey Scholarship In Atmospheric Sciences For Women Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The June Bacon-Bercey Scholarship in Atmospheric Sciences for Women supports women pursuing careers in atmospheric sciences and meteorology.	Not published	Up to $1K
Optica Women Scholars OSA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2002, the Optica Foundation carries out charitable activities in support of the society’s student and early career communities.	Not published	Varies
Launch Award Grant Parkinson's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Launch Award, offered by the Parkinson's Foundation, is a prestigious four-year program designed for postdoctoral researchers in Parkinson's Disease (PD).	Not published	Up to $400K
National MS Society: Harry Weaver Scholar Awards Grant National Multiple Sclerosis Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The National MS Society offers Harry Weaver Scholar Awards to support emerging researchers in multiple sclerosis. This prestigious award honors Dr. Harry Weaver's legacy and aims to facilitate independent research careers.	Not published	Varies
One KU Collaborative Research Awards University of Kansas Center for Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The One KU Collaborative Research Awards provide seed funding to launch or strengthen innovative, interdisciplinary research partnerships between KU Lawrence and KU Medical Center.	Not published	Varies
ACS GCI Pharmaceutical Roundtable Research Grant- Ignition Grant for Green Chemistry and Engineering Research American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · $40K The ACS GCI Pharmaceutical Roundtable Research Grant aims to address critical challenges in synthetic chemistry and process research to enhance the efficiency of pharmaceutical development and production.	Not published	$40K
Literature Awards: Sustained Contributions Grant American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Research and Education Fdtn · Foundation Not published · $5K The Literature Awards: Sustained Contributions, administered by the ASHP Foundation since 1971, honors pharmacists with over 20 years of impactful contributions to biomedical literature.	Not published	$5K

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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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