Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 8, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,436 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. 3,620 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,436; from 2,028 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $752.6M; across 3,620 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 639 with a published date

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NEA Engagement Research Grant National Eczema Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The NEA Engagement Research Grant aims to enhance the research capabilities of early-career eczema investigators. This grant supports exploratory pilot research or secondary data analysis, fostering innovative insights in eczema research.	Not published	Up to $5K
USPOULTRY Research Grants: Comprehensive Research Program Competition U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) · Foundation Not published · Varies The USPOULTRY Research Grants program, sponsored by the U.S. Poultry and Egg Association, aims to enhance the poultry industry through comprehensive research funding.	Not published	Varies
Cancer Center Trainee Pilot Award Grant Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Cancer Center Trainee Pilot Award provides up to $10,000 in funding for trainees such as graduate students and post-docs to support innovative cancer research.	Not published	Up to $10K
ARVO Foundation Collaborative Research Fellowship Grant The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The ARVO Foundation Collaborative Research Fellowship, established by the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, aims to enhance ophthalmic research through international collaborations.	Not published	Up to $10K
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation: Medical Resident Research Award Grant Cystic Fibrosis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation offers the Medical Resident Research Award to engage residents in CF-related research projects. This initiative aims to inspire a lasting interest in cystic fibrosis research or care.	Not published	Up to $10K
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: Exploratory Grantmaking in Technology Grant Alfred P Sloan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation's Exploratory Grantmaking in Technology aims to identify and support emerging sectors in science and technology that lack funding.	Not published	Varies
Promotion of Doctoral Studies Scholarships Grant Foundation for Physical Therapy Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Promotion of Doctoral Studies Scholarships, offered by the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research, provides a $7,500 annual scholarship for doctoral students completing coursework at accredited institutions.	Not published	Up to $8K
Forecast to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for the Consortium on the Neurobiology of Adolescent Drinking in Adulthood (NADIA) Administrative Resource (Collaborative U24 - Clinical Trials not allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for research on the Neurobiology of Adolescent Drinking in Adulthood (NADIA) consortium to…	Forecast	Varies
Society Awards: Founders Award Grant Biophysical Society · Foundation Not published · $2K The Society Awards: Founders Award, presented by the Biophysical Society, recognizes outstanding achievements in biophysics. This prestigious honor is open to all members, with nominations solicited through an online portal.	Not published	$2K
Special Stipend to Support Research in the Paul Ehrlich Collection Grant Rockefeller Archive Center · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Rockefeller Archive Center offers a Special Stipend to support research in the Paul Ehrlich Collection, providing individuals with up to $4,000 for travel and accommodation expenses.	Not published	Up to $4K
Bender Scientific Fund Grant The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $13K The Bender Scientific Fund Grant aims to support and promote discovery in medicine, science, and technology within the Capital Region. The fund prioritizes research in life sciences and educational projects that foster ongoing learning.	Not published	$1K – $13K
Accelerating Research and Development of Next Generation Malaria Vaccines Against Malaria – A Model for Mosquito-Borne Diseases National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) seeks to support basic research, discovery, and/or preclinical development of highly efficacious vaccines for malaria and potentially other mosquito-borne illness.	Forecast	Varies
ASOR Project Grants (Dana, Harris, Gold, and Seger) American Society of Overseas · Foundation Not published · Varies ASOR awards Project Grants — the Dana, Harris, Gold and Seger grants — to ASOR-affiliated archaeological fieldwork and publication projects. No fabricated figures.	Not published	Varies
OREF Mentored Clinician Scientist Grant Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K The Mentored Clinician Scientist Grant, funded by the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation, supports the career development of clinician scientists by providing dedicated research time for up to five years.	Not published	$20K
Gateway Traditional Grant Program Gateway for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · Varies Gateway seeks to bring urgency to the process of cancer research for patients who are looking for treatments today and are faced with difficult decisions without innovative, life-saving options.	Not published	Varies
Luce/ACLS Early Career Fellowships in China Studies – Long-Term Grant American Council of Learned Societies · Foundation Not published · $20K – $45K The Luce/ACLS Early Career Fellowships in China Studies – Long-Term program supports emerging scholars in the humanities and interpretive social sciences.	Not published	$20K – $45K
Research Grants National Alopecia Areata Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support researchers with promising proposals to learn more about alopecia areata – what is happening in the immune system to cause it and identifying new avenues for treating the disease.	Not published	Varies
URAF: Herchel Smith Undergraduate Science Research Grant Program Harvard University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Herchel Smith Undergraduate Science Research Grant Program at Harvard University supports undergraduate students in conducting independent summer research in STEM fields.	Not published	Varies
Lustgarten Foundation-AACR Career Development Award for Pancreatic Cancer Research named in Honor of Ruth Bader Ginsburg Marc Lustgarten Pancreatic Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300K	Not published	$300K
Phibro Animal Health Excellence in Poultry Research Award Grant American Association of Avian Pathologists · Foundation Not published · $1K The Phibro Animal Health Excellence in Poultry Research Award, established by the American Association of Avian Pathologists, recognizes a member's sustained research excellence in poultry health over 20 years.	Not published	$1K
Global Infectious Diseases Research Training Program (D43 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies This initiative supports rigorous advanced research training programs for low- and middle-income country (LMIC) scientists on infectious diseases that pose a potential threat to the U.S. and present special opportunities for research that…	Forecast	Varies
OVSOT Early-Stage Investigator Platform Presentation Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · Varies The OVSOT Early-Stage Investigator Platform Presentation Award, offered by the Society of Toxicology, provides a unique opportunity for early-career researchers to showcase their work at the annual OVSOT meeting.	Not published	Varies
Open Science Recognition Prize Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · $10K The Open Science Recognition Prize celebrates individuals or teams advancing Open Science in Earth and space science.	Not published	$10K
The Richard Estes Memorial Grant Society of Vertebrate Paleontology · Foundation Not published · Varies The Richard Estes Memorial Grant supports graduate student research in nonmammalian vertebrate paleontology, honoring Dr. Richard Estes' significant contributions to the field.	Not published	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 6,436 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 8, 2026, 3,620 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 (103), U.S. National Science Foundation (90), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,028 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,436 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 639 have a published upcoming deadline, 921 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,816 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 43% 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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