Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 8, 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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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
Start-up Research Grant United States-Israel Binational Science Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $90K The Start-Up Research Grant aims to support early-career researchers establishing independent research careers. Grants are awarded for two years, enabling applicants to submit future proposals.	Not published	Up to $90K
Mentored Research Grants- Postdoctoral Fellowships (PF) American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $76K The American Cancer Society's Mentored Research Grants for Postdoctoral Fellowships (PF) aim to support emerging researchers in their training programs, fostering their transition to independent cancer research careers.	Not published	Up to $76K
CLRA Research Grant Program Childrens Leukemia Research Assn Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The CLRA Research Grant Program, led by the Children’s Leukemia Research Association, focuses on funding innovative research aimed at uncovering the causes of leukemia and improving treatment options.	Not published	Up to $30K
Alpha-1 Foundation In-Cycle Research Grants Alpha-1 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alpha-1 Foundation is the largest non-government funder of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) research, having invested over $100 million across 130+ institutions worldwide.	Not published	Varies
Investigate Novel Therapeutic Interventions and Testing Strategies for Neurological Disorders Including to Treat, Modify and Prevent the Development of Epilepsy (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $3.5M – $4M The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications to investigate novel therapeutic interventions and testing strategies for neurological…	Forecast	$3.5M – $4M
Postdoctoral Earth and Planetary Sciences Fellowship Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Air and Space Museum has established the Postdoctoral Earth and Planetary Sciences Fellowship to support scientific research in this area.	Not published	Varies
AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship Grant American Association for the Advancement of Science · Foundation Not published · $10K The AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship is a prestigious 10-week summer program designed for science, engineering, and mathematics students to work at media organizations across the U.S. This fellowship enhances public…	Not published	$10K
Arkansas Audubon Society Trust Grants Arkansas Audubon Society Inc. · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Arkansas Audubon Society Trust Grants support conservation, research, and education projects focused on Arkansas bird species and their habitats.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Child Neurology Foundation Summer Scholarship For Medical Students Grant Child Neurology Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K The Child Neurology Foundation offers a Summer Scholarship for first, second, or third-year medical students interested in neurodevelopmental disabilities or child neurology.	Not published	$4K
General Surgery Resident Research Initiation Grant The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons · Foundation Not published · $20K The General Surgery Resident Research Initiation Grant aims to engage General Surgery Residents in research related to colorectal diseases. With an annual funding of $20,000, this grant supports both clinical and laboratory-based research.	Not published	$20K
National MS Society: Ralph I. Straus Award Grant National Multiple Sclerosis Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The National MS Society's Ralph I. Straus Award, established in 1973, honors scientists whose research significantly contributes to preventing or arresting multiple sclerosis.	Not published	Varies
PANWAT Andreasen Award for Excellence in Research and Scholarship Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · $1K The PANWAT Andreasen Award for Excellence in Research and Scholarship honors the legacy of Dr. Eric Andreasen, who significantly advanced developmental toxicology through zebrafish research.	Not published	$1K
SynGAP Research Fund General Research Grants SynGAP Research Fund Incorporated · Foundation Rolling · Varies SYNGAP1-related intellectual disability (ICD-10 F78.A1) is a rare genetic disorder caused by variants on the SYNGAP1 gene (Chromosome 6).	Rolling	Varies
Celiac Disease Foundation Global Patient Education Grant Award Celiac Disease Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Celiac Disease Foundation offers grant funding for patient education initiatives related to celiac disease globally.	Not published	Varies
Cottrell Scholar Award Grant Research Corporation dba Research · Foundation Not published · $120K The Cottrell Scholar Award supports early career faculty at U.S. and Canadian research universities, fostering innovative research and teaching in Chemistry, Physics, and Astronomy.	Not published	$120K
Polyphonic AI Fund for Surgery QuickFire Challenge Grant Johnson & Johnson Innovation LLC · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Polyphonic AI Fund for Surgery QuickFire Challenge by Johnson & Johnson aims to revolutionize surgical care through AI and robotics.	Not published	Up to $100K
Scientific Event Travel Grant Society for Applied Microbiology · Foundation Not published · Up to £2,000 The Scientific Event Travel Grant by the Society for Applied Microbiology supports early-career researchers and AMI members in attending local and international scientific events.	Not published	Up to £2,000

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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 8, 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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