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 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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Feodor Lynen Research Fellowship: Postdoctoral Researchers Grant Alexander von Humboldt Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Feodor Lynen Research Fellowship, offered by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, supports postdoctoral researchers from Germany for 6 to 24 months of research abroad.	Not published	Varies
ASPB Women's Young Investigator Travel Award American Society of Plant Biologists · Foundation Not published · $1K ASPB Women's Young Investigator Travel Awards fund early-career women investigators (within first 5 years of an academic faculty/government/corporate research appointment, or experienced postdocs seeking an independent position) to attend…	Not published	$1K
ARVO Foundation Research Catalyst Awards Grant The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology · Foundation Not published · $30K The ARVO Foundation Research Catalyst Awards aim to support early-career investigators or those returning to research after a break.	Not published	$30K
ECPS Travel Award Grant American Society of Plant Biologists · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The American Society of Plant Biologists was founded in 1924 to promote the growth and development of plant biology, to encourage and publish research in plant biology, and to promote the interests, growth, and education of plant…	Not published	Up to $500
SDHB Coalition Research Grants SDHB Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Damon Runyon Clinical Investigator Award Grant Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K The Damon Runyon Clinical Investigator Award supports innovative young physician-scientists conducting disease-oriented research to advance cancer medicine.	Not published	Up to $600K
Weatherhead Scholars Program - Practitioners Grant Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Weatherhead Scholars Program invites applications for 2025-2026, providing opportunities for visiting faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and seasoned practitioners to spend an academic year at Harvard.	Not published	Varies
George Mercer Award for an Outstanding Paper by an Early-Career Researcher Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 – $2K Given for an outstanding ecological research paper published by a younger researcher.	Not published	$700 – $2K
FCIDD McNulty Scientist Award UAB Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Foundation for Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (FCIDD) Foundation for Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization registered with the State of Maryland.	Not published	Varies
Ph.D. International Exchange Fellowships- Annette Kade Postdoctoral Fellowship Program Grant American Museum of Natural History · Foundation Not published · $14K The Annette Kade Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, hosted by the American Museum of Natural History, invites graduate students from French and German institutions to study for three months at the museum.	Not published	$14K
Ken Nakayama Medal for Excellence in Vision Science The Vision Sciences Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Jim and Linda Pivarnik Women’s Health, Sport & Physical Activity Travel Award Grant American College of Sports Medicine Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $1K The Jim and Linda Pivarnik Women’s Health, Sport & Physical Activity Travel Award supports members in covering travel costs to present research focused on women's health, sport, and physical activity at the ACSM Annual Meeting.	Not published	$1K
Senior Research Awards Grant Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $130K – $390K The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, established in 1967, aims to discover the causes and cures for inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD).	Not published	$130K – $390K
MSCRF Launch Program RFA Grant Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF) Launch Program aims to accelerate the commercialization of innovative technologies that leverage human stem cells or their derivatives.	Not published	Up to $400K
FAST Innovation Seed Grant Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $50K A funding opportunity designed to support innovative proof-of-concept research to advance the understanding and treatment of Angelman Syndrome.	Rolling	$10K – $50K
Best Presentation Award Grant Mycological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $100 The Best Presentation Award recognizes outstanding oral and poster presentations by graduate and undergraduate students at the MSA Annual Meeting.	Not published	$100
Kampe Foundation General Grants Kampe Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Grant submissions by invitation only until further notice._ The Kampe Foundation is a private foundation that provides programs and funding to nonprofit organizations in the fields of community development, social justice, and…	Not published	Varies
Gretchen Flo Student/Intern Awards Veterinary Orthopedic Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards given annually to veterinary students and interns submitting abstracts for presentation at the VOS Annual Conference.	Not published	Varies
FYSSEN Foundation: Research Grants Fondation Fyssen / Fyssen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to €100,000 The FYSSEN Foundation offers research grants aimed at enhancing our understanding of behavior and cognition through interdisciplinary projects in fields such as neuroscience and anthropology.	Not published	Up to €100,000
ASB Student Research Award Grant Association of Southeastern Biologists · Foundation Not published · $1K The ASB Student Research Award, offered by the Association of Southeastern Biologists, recognizes outstanding research by student members.	Not published	$1K
North American Spine Society: Young Investigator Grant North American Spine Society · Foundation Not published · $20K – $40K The North American Spine Society's Young Investigator Grant aims to support early career researchers in spine-related studies.	Not published	$20K – $40K
ASHFoundation Researcher-Practitioner Collaboration Grant American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation · Foundation Not published · $35K ASHFoundation Researcher-Practitioner Collaboration Grant — up to four grants of $35,000 each supporting partnerships between academic/organizational researchers and clinical practitioners to conduct collaborative studies improving…	Not published	$35K
CBC: Research, Monitoring, and Education Grants Carolina Bird Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carolina Bird Club offers ongoing grants for research, monitoring, and education focused on the conservation of birds in the Carolinas. These grants support projects that promote bird observation, education, and habitat protection.	Not published	Varies
Sheila Essey Award: An Award for ALS Research Grant American Academy of Neurology Institute · Foundation Not published · $50K The Sheila Essey Award for ALS Research, presented by the American Academy of Neurology and supported by the Essey family and ALS Association, honors significant contributions in ALS research.	Not published	$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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