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 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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Linnean Society of London: Appleyard Fund Grant The Linnean Society of London · Foundation Not published · Up to £2,000 The Linnean Society of London offers the Appleyard Fund Grant, established in 1968, to support research in botany and zoology.	Not published	Up to £2,000
Raskin Scholarship Foundation for Earth Science Information Partners · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship opportunity for graduate students seeking to build bridges between the Earth sciences and data science. This award recognizes and supports emerging researchers who are working at the intersection of these two critical fields.	Not published	Varies
Arts Research in Communities Fellowships Social Science Research Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Research in Communities fellowships support embedded ethnographic research in partnership with community arts organizations, enabling new insights about how to support thriving arts ecosystems.	Not published	Varies
F.G. Wood Memorial Scholarship Award Society for Marine Mammalogy Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Created in honor of F.G. Wood, one of the Society's founding members who was a strong proponent of the importance of students in marine mammalogy. The award recognizes excellence in scholarship by students.	Not published	Varies
Integrated Research-Education Grants The Charles E Kaufman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual research grants supporting integrated research and education initiatives in Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Career Development Program: Scholar in Clinical Research Grant Blood Cancer United Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Career Development Program: Scholar in Clinical Research supports emerging leaders in blood cancer research.	Not published	Up to $125K
ACSM: International Student Award American College of Sports Medicine Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Must sign in with ACSM Member ID to access applications._ To educate and empower professionals to advance the science and practice of health and human performance.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 Research Grant Proposals American Malting Barley Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual research grant competition for barley research projects meeting AMBA's mission	Not published	Varies
Robert Morley Science Scholarship Grant DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $2K Mission – The Foundation’s mission is to broaden awareness and understanding of agriculture through outreach and education.	Not published	$2K
OFRGC Research Development Grants Organization for Feminist Research on Gender and Communication · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The OFRGC Research Development Grants support feminist scholars in their research and creative projects, with a maximum award of $2,500.	Not published	Up to $3K
MRF Impact Award on Cannabis for the Treatment of Migraine Migraine Research Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $200K Ground-breaking investigation of the efficacy of 3 different types of vaporized cannabis (CBD, THC, CBD:THC) for the acute treatment of migraine. The study will investigate how each chemical affects:	Not published	$200K
Michael S. Johnson Scholarship Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
MSA Climate Change Research Award Mycological Society of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mycological Society of America has been recognizing excellence in research, teaching and service among its membership by celebrating students, teachers, and researchers.	Not published	Varies
Tactile Medical Cancer Rehabilitation Research Grant Foundation for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is inviting applications for the Tactile Medical Cancer Rehabilitation Research Grant, offering $10,000 for research focused on physiatric rehabilitation for individuals with…	Not published	Varies
Big Ten Academic Alliance Smithsonian Fellowship Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Big Ten Academic Alliance Smithsonian Fellowship offers unique research opportunities for graduate students from member universities.	Not published	Up to $50K
NWS Student Travel Grants Northwest Scientific Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The NWS Student Travel Grants, offered by the Northwest Scientific Association, provide financial assistance up to $1,000 for students to attend and present at the 2025 NWSA Annual Meeting in Eugene, OR, on March 18-19.	Not published	Up to $1K
The Harrison Scholarship(s) Grant Tobacco Root Geological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Harrison Scholarships, funded by the Tobacco Root Geological Society, support undergraduate and graduate students engaged in field-based research on Precambrian rocks.	Not published	Up to $1K
The SCAR Medal for International Coordination Grant The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) · Foundation Not published · Varies The SCAR Medal for International Coordination honors exceptional contributions to international cooperation in Antarctic research.	Not published	Varies
Borchard Foundation Academic Research Grant Albert and Elaine Borchard · Foundation Not published · Varies The Borchard Foundation Center on Law & Aging underwrites an Academic Research Grant Program to further scholarship about new or improved public policies, laws and/or programs that will enhance the quality of life for older adults.	Not published	Varies
Annual Canine Health Grants: Fellowship Training Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $145K The Annual Canine Health Grants: Fellowship Training supports research aimed at improving canine health, particularly in the field of cancer.	Not published	Up to $145K
Ralph L. Sacco Scholarships in Brain Health Grant American Heart Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $75K – $150K The Ralph L. Sacco Scholarships in Brain Health aim to support innovative research projects focused on brain health prevention across the lifespan, encouraging health equity, diversity, and inclusion.	Not published	$75K – $150K
Thomas H. Parliment Award for Advances in Flavor Chemistry Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $23K The Thomas H. Parliment Award for Advances in Flavor Chemistry, established by the American Chemical Society in 2024, aims to honor scientists who have made significant contributions to flavor chemistry.	Not published	Up to $23K
North Central Branch: John Henry Comstock Award Grant The Entomological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $500 The North Central Branch John Henry Comstock Award recognizes one graduate student from each of the Entomological Society of America's six branches.	Not published	$500
Joseph B. Gittler Award Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K The Joseph B. Gittler Award, established by a bequest from Joseph Gittler, PhD, honors psychologists who contribute significantly to the philosophical foundations of psychology.	Not published	$4K

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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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