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. 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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Polar Access Fund Grant Mountain Research Initiative · Foundation Not published · Up to Fr.20,000 The Polar Access Fund Grant supports young researchers aiming to conduct their first field trip in polar regions or remote high-altitude areas.	Not published	Up to Fr.20,000
North Carolina Bioenergy Research Initiative Grant North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The North Carolina Bioenergy Research Initiative aims to enhance bioenergy production from agricultural and forestry feedstocks, with a competitive grant program offering up to $500,000.	Not published	Up to $100K
Canada Postdoctoral Research Award program Grant Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada · Foundation Not published · Up to $130K The Canada Postdoctoral Research Award program, managed by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, supports the development of innovative researchers through funding and training.	Not published	Up to $130K
Brady Education Foundation Grants Brady Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brady Education Foundation offers grants aimed at enhancing educational outcomes for children, particularly in low-income areas.	Not published	Varies
MMUF Advancement Program - The MMUF Travel & Research Grant Institute for Citizens and Scholars · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The MMUF Travel & Research Grant supports Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship alumni pursuing their Ph.D. by providing up to $5,000 for travel or research during one summer or semester.	Not published	Up to $5K
Bow Foundation GNAO1 Research Grant Program The Bow Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $183K The Bow Foundation is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in April 2017 by two families with children diagnosed with GNAO1 disorders. The foundation has supported over $1 million in GNAO1 research as of 2025.	Not published	$50K – $183K
Facilitating Research at Predominantly Undergraduate Institutions: U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Not published · $56,000,000 total The Research in Undergraduate Institutions (RUI) and Research Opportunity Awards (ROA) funding opportunities support research by faculty members at predominantly undergraduate institutions (PUIs).	Not published	$56,000,000 total
Travel Awards: Bridging Funds Grant Biophysical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The Biophysical Society offers Travel Awards to support members at all career stages to attend its Annual Meeting, fostering excellence in biophysics and global collaboration.	Not published	Up to $750
Getty: Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant The J Paul Getty Trust · Foundation Not published · $35K The Getty Postdoctoral Fellowship supports emerging scholars in art history, offering them the opportunity to engage in research projects linked to annual themes or the African American Art History Initiative.	Not published	$35K
Termeer Scholars Program The Termeer Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Leadership and professional development program designed for academics and researchers seeking to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and clinical application.	Not published	Varies
Lyme Disease Association (LDA): Research Grant Lyme Disease Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 1992, the Lyme Disease Association Inc. (LDA) has awarded 124 research grants from coast to coast. This research has appeared in 61 peer-reviewed journals to date.	Not published	Varies
Honours and Undergraduate Student Travel Scholarship Grant Australasian Wildlife Management Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Honours and Undergraduate Student Travel Scholarship, established by the AWMS Committee in 2012, supports undergraduate and Honours students in wildlife management.	Not published	Up to $3K
Research Scholar Grants (RSG) American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $215K The Research Scholar Grants (RSG) by the American Cancer Society support independent researchers engaged in cancer-related studies.	Not published	Up to $215K
Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund Grant Program Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund Grant Program supports innovative climate intervention technologies by funding environmental impact assessments, predictive modeling, and stakeholder engagement.	Not published	Up to $50K
Research Large Project Grant (LPG) Emergency Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150K The Research Large Project Grant (LPG) from the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation provides $150,000 over two years to support emergency medicine faculty in conducting significant research projects.	Not published	$150K
Paul V. Roberts/AEESP Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award Grant Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors Foundation (AEESP Foundation) · Foundation Not published · $2K The Paul V. Roberts/AEESP Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award recognizes exceptional doctoral theses that advance water quality engineering in both natural and engineered systems.	Not published	$2K
Gino Watkins Memorial Fund Grant The Gino Watkins Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to £4,000 The Gino Watkins Memorial Fund & Edward Wilson Fund Grants support polar expeditions that enhance knowledge and safety in the Polar Regions. They welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing youth engagement.	Not published	Up to £4,000
GSSI-ACSM Young Investigator in Sports Nutrition Award Grant American College of Sports Medicine Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The GSSI-ACSM Young Investigator in Sports Nutrition Award supports innovative research on nutrition's impact on exercise performance.	Not published	$1K – $3K
John E. Skinner Memorial Fund Award Grant American Fisheries Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The John E. Skinner Memorial Fund Award supports graduate and exceptional undergraduate students in fisheries to attend the AFS annual meeting, honoring John Skinner's legacy.	Not published	Up to $1K
Health Services Research in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders (HSR-ADRD) Program Grant Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K Health Services Research in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders (HSR-ADRD) Program The HSR-ADRD program seeks to support research that strengthens dementia detection, diagnosis, and post-diagnostic care pathways along the care…	Not published	Up to $250K
Early Career Research Programs: Young Investigator Grant Alexs Lemonade Stand Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $180K The Young Investigator Grant from Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation supports early career researchers in pediatric oncology.	Not published	Up to $180K
The Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy Grants The Horowitz Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy, established in 1997, aims to support PhD candidates working on their dissertations by providing small grants.	Not published	$10K
Changemaker Research Grant Program (Acpmp) Appendix Cancerpseudomyxoma Peritonei Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150K The Changemaker Research Grant Program was created to support high-impact research with the highest potential to ultimately impact patients or change what we know about appendix cancer and PMP, providing answers about this rare disease…	Not published	$150K
Mark Foundation Centers The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research (US) Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mark Foundation Centers consist of dynamic teams of investigators who are pooling their capabilities, knowledge, and energies to transform how cancer is prevented, diagnosed, and treated.	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 6,434 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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