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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AAOP Research Grant American Academy of Orofacial Pain · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The American Academy of Orofacial Pain (AAOP) Research Grants Committee funds research that furthers the basic and/or clinical science of orofacial pain (especially non-odontogenic pain), prioritizing projects that generate high-quality…	Not published	Up to $3K
Wild Sheep Foundation: Grant-In-Aid (GIA) Funding Wild Sheep Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Wild Sheep Foundation (WSF) offers Grant-In-Aid (GIA) funding to support conservation and management programs for wild sheep populations across North America and Central Asia.	Not published	Up to $200K
International Ecology Institute - International Ecology Institute (ECI) Prize Grant Inter-Research Science Publisher · Foundation Not published · €6,000 The International Ecology Institute (ECI) Prize recognizes outstanding contributions to ecological science, encouraging nominees to engage in environmental research.	Not published	€6,000
Dissertation Research Grants Russell Sage Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Russell Sage Foundation offers Dissertation Research Grants to support innovative research addressing key social science questions.	Not published	Up to $15K
Project Cure CRC: Team Science Award Colorectal Cancer Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: There are no application deadlines.	Not published	Varies
Aptadel Therapeutics Grant - ADEL-101 (Second Commitment) Little Warrior Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $680K This is a follow-up commitment to advance ADEL-101, an aptamer drug conjugate (ApDC) targeting EWSR1::FLI1 (Type 1) fusion in Ewing sarcoma.	Not published	$680K
Society of Systematic Biologists: Graduate Student Research Awards Grant Society of Systematic Biologists · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Society of Systematic Biologists offers Graduate Student Research Awards to support graduate students in systematics research.	Not published	$1K – $3K
IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The Institutional Development Award program develops biomedical research capacity in states that have historically received low levels of NIH funding (IDeA states).	Forecast	Varies
ACS Resident Research Scholarships Grant American College of Surgeons · Foundation Not published · $60K The ACS Resident Research Scholarships provide $60,000 over two years to support residents in surgical training who are committed to full-time research.	Not published	$60K
The Herbert Honig Memorial Research Grant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Cas C. Lindsey Prize (IEE) Grant Canadian Society of Zoologists · Foundation Not published · $300 The Cas C. Lindsey Prize, awarded by the Canadian Society of Zoologists, recognizes the best student presentation in behaviour, ecology, or evolution.	Not published	$300
Arnold Arboretum: James R. Jewett Prize Grant Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is a leading research center for woody plants, housing over 15,000 species.	Not published	Up to $10K
American Geophysical Union Jerome M. Paros Scholarship Award American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · Varies The Paros Scholarships in Geophysical Instrumentation were established through the generosity of Jerome M. Paros to support graduate students with a demonstrated interest in geophysical instrumentation and precise field measurements in…	Not published	Varies
IAPT Research Grants International Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The IAPT Research Grants support global research in the taxonomy, systematics, and nomenclature of algae, fungi, and plants, fostering collaboration among researchers.	Not published	Up to $2K
Myasthenia Gravis Network (MGNet) Scholar Program Grant Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN) · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Myasthenia Gravis Network (MGNet) Scholar Program is designed to enhance research capabilities in myasthenia gravis through individualized training and mentorship.	Not published	Up to $75K
Conference Funding Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation is to rapidly accelerate the development of drugs to prevent, treat and cure Alzheimer's disease.	Not published	Varies
Translational GlycOmics K12 Program Versiti Indiana Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A translational glycoscience research program that supports scientists in the emerging field of glycoscience research and investigation.	Not published	Varies
CURF Maturation Fund Clemson University Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CURF Maturation Fund supports the advancement of early-stage research technologies toward commercialization. It is designed to help Clemson University researchers develop their innovations and prepare them for market introduction.	Not published	Varies
Fellows-to-Faculty Award (Updated) Grant The Simons Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K The Fellows-to-Faculty Award from the Simons Foundation supports early career scientists transitioning to tenure-track faculty positions.	Not published	Up to $600K
Tyson Undergraduate Fellows Program Grant Washington University (St. Louis) Tyson Research Center · Foundation Not published · $6K – $7K The Tyson Undergraduate Fellows Program offers a unique 10-week summer experience for undergraduate students, providing hands-on engagement with environmental research at the Tyson Research Center.	Not published	$6K – $7K
Parker B. Francis Respiratory Research Grant American Respiratory Care Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Parker B. Francis Respiratory Research Grant, offered by the American Respiratory Care Foundation, aims to support innovative research in respiratory care.	Not published	Up to $10K
CASC Charlie Bender Scholarship Coalition for Academic Scientific Computation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CASC Charlie Bender Scholarship honors the legacy of CASC co-founder Charles "Charlie" Bender, PhD, and supports the professional growth of research computing and data (RCD) professionals, particularly system administrators and HPC…	Not published	Varies
COGDOP Graduate Student Scholarships Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The COGDOP Graduate Student Scholarships, administered by the American Psychological Association, offer nine annual scholarships up to $5,000 to graduate psychology students for research-related costs.	Not published	Up to $5K
The Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program (SIFP) Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Up to $70K The Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program (SIFP) provides opportunities for independent research related to Smithsonian collections and facilities.	Not published	Up to $70K

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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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