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 state 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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Oil and Gas Research Program Grant North Dakota Industrial Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies North Dakota's Oil and Gas Research Program (OGRP) is a state/industry program designed to demonstrate to the general public the importance of the state oil and gas exploration and production industry, to encourage and promote the wise and…	Not published	Varies
Student Research Scholarship for Global Bat Conservation Priorities Grant Bat Conservation International · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Bat Conservation International invites proposals for the Student Research Scholarship aimed at supporting exceptional student researchers in bat conservation.	Not published	Up to $5K
Leo Szilard Lectureship Award Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The American Physical Society is a nonprofit membership organization working to advance physics by fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and global community dedicated to science and society.	Not published	$5K
ADLM CPOCT Research Grant Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine · Foundation Not published · Varies The ADLM CPOCT Research Grant supports point-of-care testing outcome studies.	Not published	Varies
CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant Cancer Research Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $233K The CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship supports young scientists training in fundamental and cancer immunology at leading research institutions.	Not published	Up to $233K
Lewis Penny Medal Grant Quaternary Research Association (QRA) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lewis Penny Medal, awarded by the Quaternary Research Association, recognizes a promising young researcher under 35 who has significantly contributed to Quaternary stratigraphy in the British Isles.	Not published	Varies
Sterkel Fund Grant Justine Sterkel Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sterkel Fund Grant provides support for charitable purposes in Mansfield, Richland County, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Susan S. Spencer, MD Clinical Research Training Fellowship in Epilepsy Grant American Epilepsy Society · Foundation Not published · $150K The Susan S. Spencer, MD Clinical Research Training Fellowship in Epilepsy, established in memory of the esteemed neurologist, aims to support clinical research training in epilepsy for early-career clinicians.	Not published	$150K
Dermatology Foundation Research Awards National Tuberous Sclerosis Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dermatology Foundation offers many opportunities for dermatology researchers at various career stages. These awards are relevant for researchers investigating the skin manifestations of tuberous sclerosis complex.	Not published	Varies
Founder's Award Grant The Willi Hennig Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The Founder's Award, established by the Hennig Society, supports graduate students conducting parsimony-based research in Phylogenetic Systematics.	Not published	Varies
Pilot Research Grants Plastic Surgery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Pilot Research Grants by the Plastic Surgery Foundation aim to support residents and junior faculty in addressing focused research questions and obtaining preliminary data for future grant proposals.	Not published	Up to $10K
Sheldon Danziger Pipeline Grants Russell Sage Foundation · Foundation Not published · $35K – $50K The Pipeline Grants Competition by the Russell Sage Foundation aims to bolster early-career scholars and enhance diversity in the social sciences.	Not published	$35K – $50K
Baby Siblings Research Consortium (BSRC) Database Grants Autism Science Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding for research using the BSRC database, a collaborative network studying younger siblings of people with autism to understand developmental origins and earliest signs of ASD.	Not published	Varies
Parker B. Francis Fellowship for Pulmonary Research Grant The Francis Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $225K The Parker B. Francis Fellowship for Pulmonary Research offers three years of funding, totaling $225,000, for clinical and basic scientists transitioning to independent research careers in pulmonary and critical care medicine.	Not published	Up to $225K
The Junior And Senior Faculty Research Grants In Humanities And Arts Program University of Georgia · Foundation Not published · Varies The Junior and Senior Faculty Research Grants in Humanities and Arts Program at the University of Georgia supports tenured or tenure-track faculty in developing impactful research or creative projects.	Not published	Varies
AAAS Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science Grant American Association for the Advancement of Science · Foundation Not published · $5K The AAAS Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science recognizes outstanding early-career scientists and engineers for their significant contributions to public engagement in science.	Not published	$5K
IADR Young Investigator Award American Association for Dental Oral and Craniofacial Research · Foundation Not published · Varies Designed to stimulate basic research in all dental disciplines. One of the 17 IADR Distinguished Scientist Awards and one of the highest honors bestowed by IADR.	Not published	Varies
Endocrine Society: Early Investigator Awards Grant Endocrine Society · Foundation Not published · $1K The Endocrine Society Early Investigator Awards support early career researchers in endocrinology by providing a $1,000 award, complimentary registration to the ENDO conference, a year of free membership, and public recognition.	Not published	$1K
CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program Grant California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program aims to enhance forest resilience in California by funding critical research in forest health and fire science.	Not published	Up to $750K
Sigma Theta Tau: Sigma/Joan K. Stout, RN, Research Grant Sigma Theta Tau Intl Fo For Nursing · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Sigma/Joan K. Stout, RN, Research Grant aims to promote evidence-based research on the effects of simulation education in nursing.	Not published	Up to $5K
Simons Foundation Targeted Grants in Mathematics and Physical Sciences The Simons Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Simons Foundation's Targeted Grants in Mathematics and Physical Sciences program offers funding for up to five years to support high-risk theoretical projects in mathematics, physics, and computer science.	Not published	Varies
KidneyCure Research Fellowships American Society of Nephrology · Foundation Not published · Varies KidneyCure/ASN Research Fellowships enable fellows with analytical interests in basic or clinical research to spend time working on a kidney research project. No fabricated figures.	Not published	Varies
Beckman Center Fellowships - Distinguished Fellowships (4 months) Science History Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies With around 20 scholars in residence each year, the Science History Institute is home to the largest private fellowship program in the historical study of science, medicine, and technology in the United States.	Not published	Varies
NJ Commission on Brain Injury Research Fellowship Research Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $6M The NJ Commission on Brain Injury Research Fellowship Grant, administered by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to enhance research for interventions and cures related to traumatic brain injuries.	Not published	Up to $6M

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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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