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. 418 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,619 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,434; from 2,028 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $752.4M; across 3,619 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 631 with a published date

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FHPP History of Physics Essay Contest American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Physical Society (APS) is a nonprofit membership organization working to advance and diffuse the knowledge of physics through its outstanding research journals, scientific meetings, and education, outreach, advocacy, and…	Not published	Varies
American Brain Foundation’s Cure One, Cure Many Award in Lewy Body Dementia Grant American Brain Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The American Brain Foundation's Cure One, Cure Many Award in Lewy Body Dementia focuses on advancing research for this underdiagnosed condition.	Not published	Up to $2M
Innovations in Medication Abortion Service Delivery Society of Family Planning Research Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Research funding to investigate innovations in medication abortion service delivery, with particular focus on what can be learned from changes in clinical care and medication dispensing during the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	Varies
Cunin/Sigal Research Award Grant Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Cunin/Sigal Research Award, offered by the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University, supports graduate and advanced undergraduate students conducting botanical research.	Not published	Up to $2K
International Science & Engineering Fair Awards Program (ISEF) Academy of Applied Science Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The International Science & Engineering Fair Awards Program (ISEF) is an Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) administered by the Academy of Applied Science that provides awards to 300 local, regional and state high school science and…	Not published	Varies
Medical Student Summer Research Fellowships Neurosurgery Research and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Pierce's Disease & Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board Research & Outreach Grants California Department of Food & Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $4K – $383K The Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board offers grants to support research and outreach aimed at safeguarding California vineyards from serious pests and diseases.	Not published	$4K – $383K
PPACMAN Combined Clinic Models Research Grant Psoriasis & Psoriatic Arthritis Clinics Multicente · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Cora Du Bois Fellowship Grant Harvard Public Library Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cora Du Bois Fellowship, offered by the Cora Du Bois Charitable Trust and Harvard University's Tozzer Library, supports advanced Ph.D. students who have completed all requirements except their dissertation.	Not published	Varies
TSF Resident Research Fellowship Grant The Thoracic Surgery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $120K The TSF Resident Research Fellowship provides up to $60,000 per year for two years to surgical trainees pursuing research in cardiothoracic surgery.	Not published	Up to $120K
Nisbet Research Award Grant Waterbird Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Ian Nisbet Research Award, offered by the Waterbird Society, supports global research on terns and gulls. Open to students, professionals, and amateurs alike, it emphasizes scientific merit and potential contributions to conservation.	Not published	Up to $5K
ASPN/PAS Resident Travel Grant Award American Society of Pediatric Nephrology · Foundation Not published · Varies ASPN travel grant supporting residents to attend the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) meeting (named 'ASPN/PAS Resident Travel Grant Award' in the ASPN grants menu/posts).	Not published	Varies
Focused Projects Award for Junior Investigators American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Support junior investigators in conducting focused research projects that advance sleep medicine knowledge	Not published	Up to $20K
CART Fund Grant The Cart Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The CART Fund Grant supports innovative Alzheimer’s Disease research projects in the U.S. with funding up to $500,000 for a two-year period.	Not published	Up to $500K
Ronald Dubner Research Prize Grant International Association for the Study of Pain · Foundation Not published · $2K The Ronald Dubner Research Prize, awarded by the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP), recognizes outstanding clinical or basic science research in pain conducted by trainees.	Not published	$2K
Scholarships to Enhance and Empower the Development of Scientists (SEEDS) Workshop Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The SEE-Diversity to Success Workshop, sponsored by the APA Minority Fellowship Program and others, aims to enhance the transition of diverse early-career neuroscientists into academic roles.	Not published	$2K
American Thoracic Society: Student Scholars Program Grant American Thoracic Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Thoracic Society's Student Scholars Program offers an exceptional opportunity for 80-100 students pursuing careers in medicine, nursing, or respiratory therapy.	Not published	Varies
AGA-Gastric Cancer Foundation Ben Feinstein Memorial Research Scholar Award in Gastric Cancer Grant American Gastroenterological Association · Foundation Not published · $300K The AGA-Gastric Cancer Foundation Ben Feinstein Memorial Research Scholar Award provides $100,000 annually for three years to early-career faculty dedicated to gastric cancer research.	Not published	$300K
Kathleen and David Boochever Endowment for Fieldwork and Scientific Analyses Grant Archaeological Institute of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Kathleen and David Boochever Endowment supports innovative archaeological projects that utilize new technologies in fieldwork and laboratory research.	Not published	Up to $5K
Early Career Faculty Research Award Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) Society · Foundation Not published · $5K To support early-career faculty conducting research on necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) and related neonatal conditions.	Not published	$5K
The RPB / Mary Tyler Moore Vision Initiative Physician-Scientist Award Grant Research to Prevent Blindness Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The RPB / Mary Tyler Moore Vision Initiative Physician-Scientist Award supports innovative research focused on diabetic retinal diseases, including diabetic retinopathy and macular edema.	Not published	Up to $300K
SMSNA Research Fund on the Use of Eroxon Grant Sexual Medicine Society of North America · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The SMSNA Research Fund on the Use of Eroxon aims to support research projects focused on erectile dysfunction, particularly among younger men aged 18-40 and those with subclinical symptoms.	Not published	Up to $150K
GHP Student Travel Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The GHP Student Travel Grants, offered by the American Physical Society, aim to support graduate students by providing travel awards and complimentary registration for participation in biennial GHP meetings.	Not published	Varies
Post Doctoral & Brain Entry Fellowships Grant Guarantors of Brain · Foundation Not published · Up to £70,000 The Guarantors of Brain offer various fellowships for clinical and non-clinical researchers in neuroscience.	Not published	Up to £70,000

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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, 3,619 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 (89), 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 6,434 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 631 have a published upcoming deadline, 919 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,824 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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