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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IDEA+ Workshop Award Grant International Association for Great Lakes Research · Foundation Not published · $2K The IDEA+ Workshop Award, provided by the International Association for Great Lakes Research, seeks to enhance diversity at the annual Conference on Great Lakes Research by supporting workshop hosts from historically marginalized…	Not published	$2K
Pathway-to-Independence Award (MiND Program) Van Andel Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies As part of VAI's commitment to training the next generation of scientists, the MiND Program offers the Pathway-to-Independence Award to selected senior postdoctoral fellows at VAI to further develop their careers.	Not published	Varies
The Mercury Project Social Science Research Council · Foundation Not published · $25M The Mercury Project is a $25M funding consortium supporting evaluations of interventions designed to cost-effectively build vaccination demand around the world, supporting over 100 social and behavioral scientists and practitioners working…	Not published	$25M
AHRF/ACI Alliance Co-sponsored Cochlear Implant Research Grant American Hearing Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K Special collaborative funding opportunity announced for FY2018 to support research in cochlear implantation. This was a co-sponsored initiative between AHRF and ACI Alliance focused on high-priority topics.	Not published	Up to $25K
GSA Scientific Division Grants Geological Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Research grants offered by GSA Scientific Divisions in their respective fields of interest.	Not published	Varies
Daniel and Florence Guggenheim Fellowship Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · $40K – $55K The Daniel and Florence Guggenheim Fellowship, established by the Guggenheim Foundation in 1924, offers competitive fellowships for pre- and postdoctoral research in aviation and space history.	Not published	$40K – $55K
PVA Research Grants & Fellowships Paralyzed Veterans of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Paralyzed Veterans of America Research Foundation offers grants and fellowships aimed at enhancing the quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries and diseases.	Not published	Up to $200K
AVF-Juzo Traveling Fellowship American Venous Forum · Foundation Not published · Varies The AVF-Juzo Traveling Fellowship is listed as a membership benefit and educational opportunity offered by the American Venous Forum. Address: 1061 E. Main Street Suite 300, East Dundee, IL 60118	Not published	Varies
Rare Disease Research Grants Childrens Rare Disease Organization Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Children's Rare Disease Organization offers rare disease research grants to support innovative research into the causes, cures, and treatments of rare pediatric diseases.	Not published	Varies
AEG Foundation: Robert F. Legget Publication Fund AEG Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert F. Legget Fund of the AEG Foundation supports publications and public outreach in engineering geology and environmental geology that serve as information resources for the professional practitioner, students, faculty, and (or)…	Not published	Varies
Graduate Student Fellowship Program (Collaborative Ph.D. Programs) American Museum of Natural History · Foundation Not published · Varies The AMNH Graduate Student Fellowship Program is an educational partnership with selected universities, dedicated to the training of Ph.D. candidates in those scientific disciplines practiced at the Museum.	Not published	Varies
AGA: Caroline Craig Augustyn & Damian Augustyn Award in Digestive Cancer Grant American Gastroenterological Association · Foundation Not published · $40K The AGA: Caroline Craig Augustyn & Damian Augustyn Award in Digestive Cancer offers $40,000 for one year to early career investigators holding a career development award focused on digestive cancer research.	Not published	$40K
The William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement Grant Sigma Xi · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The William Procter Prize for Scientific Achievement, awarded by Sigma Xi since 1950, honors a scientist for exceptional contributions to research and effective communication across disciplines.	Not published	Up to $10K
GHI Doctoral and Postdoctoral Research Fellowships Grant German Historical Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies The GHI Doctoral and Postdoctoral Research Fellowships offer support for European and North American scholars pursuing research in German and European history, German-American relations, and North American history.	Not published	Varies
Core Research Grants - Behavioral Science and Decision Making in Context Russell Sage Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Russell Sage Foundation's Core Research Grants support innovative research in Behavioral Science and Decision Making.	Not published	Varies
Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences Grant The Wiley Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K The Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences, awarded annually by the Wiley Foundation, honors exceptional scientists for groundbreaking discoveries that have not yet gained significant recognition.	Not published	$50K
The Park Family Grant (Formerly, the Hodgkin-Huxley Research Grant) The FAMILIESCN2A Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The FamilieSCN2A Hodgkin-Huxley Research Grant honors the pioneering work of Dr. Alan Hodgkin and Dr. Andrew Huxley in neuroscience.	Not published	Varies
John Haddad Young Investigator Award Grant American Society for Bone and Mineral Research · Foundation Not published · $2K The John Haddad Young Investigator Award supports the professional development of emerging scientists in bone and mineral metabolism. This initiative aims to promote participation in the AIMM-ASBMR Meeting by providing financial assistance.	Not published	$2K
Research Fellowship Grant Lung Cancer Initiative · Foundation Not published · $25K Lung cancer research fellowship grants supporting emerging researchers in the field of lung cancer.	Not published	$25K
National MS Society: Commercial R&D Funding Grant National Multiple Sclerosis Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $800K The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is dedicated to curing MS and improving the lives of those affected. Through its Pathways to Cures Research Roadmap, the Society facilitates research partnerships aimed at addressing MS progression.	Not published	Up to $800K
Graduate Research Excellence Grant (GREG) - Rosemary Grant Advanced Award The Society for the Study of Evolution · Foundation Not published · $2K – $4K The Graduate Research Excellence Grant (GREG) - Rosemary Grant Advanced Award supports advanced PhD students in enhancing their dissertation research through additional fieldwork or experiments.	Not published	$2K – $4K
Schlesinger Family Foundation Grant Schlesinger Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Schlesinger Family Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Oregon and SW Washington, emphasizing contributions to medical research, higher education, and environmental conservation.	Not published	Varies
RFP: Accelerating Drug Discovery For Frontotemporal Degeneration Grant Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300K – $350K The Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF) seeks innovative proposals to accelerate drug development for frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a condition lacking FDA-approved treatments.	Not published	$300K – $350K
Canine Cancer Immunotherapy Network (K9CIN; U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The goal of this RFA is to continue to support canine cancer immunotherapy clinical trials as indicators of safe and effective cancer treatments in humans.	Forecast	Varies

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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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