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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Utility Arborist Research Fund Grant Program Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Utility Arborist Research Fund Grant Program, managed by the TREE Fund and UAA, offers $50,000 in funding for 2024 to support vital research in utility tree care.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Ann A. Hertzler Memorial Research Grant Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K The Ann A. Hertzler Memorial Research Grant, offered by the Academy Of Nutrition And Dietetics Foundation, aims to support innovative research in medical nutrition therapy.	Not published	$15K
Vivienne Redlich Charitable Trust Grant Vivienne Redlich CRT · Foundation Not published · Varies The Vivienne Redlich Charitable Trust Grant supports medical and scientific research in Fort Worth and Arlington, as well as assistance for children, the elderly, and disabled individuals.	Not published	Varies
AO North America: Young Investigator Research Development Award Grant Ao North America Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The AO North America: Young Investigator Research Development Award supports research initiatives for orthopedic trauma fellows in their first year post-fellowship.	Not published	Up to $30K
IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society Mojgan Daneshmand Grant for Women Ieee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S) is happy to announce the award to increase women's visibility at the annual IEEE International Symposium on Antennas and Propagation and USNC-URSI Radio Science Meeting.	Not published	Varies
Collaborative Grants Cystic Fibrosis Research Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support collaborative, multi-disciplinary research efforts to accelerate therapeutic development for CF patients who do not benefit from existing mutation-targeted therapies.	Not published	Varies
Director's Fellowship Award Versiti Blood Research Institute Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K The Director's Fellowship Award was established in 2011 by J. Scott and Genevieve Harkness at Versiti Blood Research Institute.	Not published	$8K
M. Scott Myers Award for Applied Research in the Workplace Grant Society for Industrial · Foundation Not published · $3K The M. Scott Myers Award for Applied Research in the Workplace, presented by the SIOP Foundation, recognizes outstanding projects or products in industrial and organizational psychology.	Not published	$3K
ACTF Low-Middle Economy Scholarships (formerly Developing World Scholarships) Grant Friends of the Royal Society of Chemistry Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to £5,000 The ACTF Low-Middle Economy Scholarships aim to support citizens from developing countries in acquiring analytical science skills through short-term study in the UK or Ireland.	Not published	Up to £5,000
Diversity and Inclusion in Surgery – Colorectal Opportunity in Research – DISCOveR Program Grant The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The DISCOveR Program offers a unique summer research opportunity for medical students from diverse backgrounds, aiming to promote inclusivity in surgical careers.	Not published	Up to $6K
AIAA Foundation Graduate Awards Program - Abe M. Zarem Graduate Award for Distinguished Achievement Grant Aiaa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The AIAA Foundation Graduate Awards Program, specifically the Abe M. Zarem Graduate Award for Distinguished Achievement, aims to support graduate students in aeronautics and astronautics.	Not published	Varies
PhD Dissertation Completion Awards Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · $12K The PhD Dissertation Completion Awards at Montana State University provide essential support for PhD candidates in their final research and writing term.	Not published	$12K
Lipedema Foundation: Mentored Award Grant Daftuar Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Lipedema Foundation's Mentored Award supports postdoctoral research training for PhD candidates and clinicians, aiming to improve understanding and treatment of Lipedema, a chronic condition affecting mainly women.	Not published	Up to $100K
CAORC-NEH Research Fellowship Grant Council of American Overseas Research Centers · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: applicants are advised to submit applications well before the deadline in case applicants have questions)._ The CAORC - National Endowment for the Humanities Research Fellowship provides the opportunity for scholars to spend…	Not published	Varies
MSCRF Clinical Program RFA Grant Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF) invites applications for its Clinical Program to advance medical therapies through human stem cell research.	Not published	Up to $1M
Smart Great Lakes Mini-Grant Program Great Lakes Observing System Regional Association · Foundation Not published · $20K – $150K The Smart Great Lakes Mini-Grants program intends to advance:	Not published	$20K – $150K
DPP Student Participation Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The DPP Student Participation Grant, offered by the American Physical Society, aims to support students presenting their research at the annual Division of Plasma Physics meeting.	Not published	Varies
Complex Integrated Multi-Component Projects in Aging Research (U19 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Aging (NIA) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) that invites applications that propose large-scale, complex research projects with multiple highly integrated components focused on a common…	Forecast	Varies
Subgroup Awards: Early Career Award in Mechanobiology Grant Biophysical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The Biophysical Society's Early Career Award in Mechanobiology honors a young Principal Investigator who has significantly advanced our understanding of how mechanics influence molecular and cellular processes.	Not published	Varies
CURE Epilepsy Award Child Neurology Education and Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250K	Not published	$250K
Lipedema Foundation: Collaborative Research Award Grant Daftuar Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Lipedema Foundation's Collaborative Research Award promotes collaborative, multi-disciplinary research focused on Lipedema, a chronic condition predominantly affecting women.	Not published	Up to $250K
2026 Pilot Research Award - Targeting GBP-1 to Overcome Chemotherapy Resistance and Immune Suppression in Ovarian Cancer Sherie Hildreth Ovarian Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K This pilot award provides catalytic support for mechanistic and translational research examining the role of Guanylate-Binding Protein 1 (GBP-1) in ovarian cancer progression, chemotherapy resistance, and immune suppression.	Not published	$25K
International Research Collaborators Award Grant Research to Prevent Blindness Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The International Research Collaborators Award supports U.S. researchers in gaining knowledge and skills through international collaborations, which are crucial for developing treatments for blinding disorders.	Not published	Up to $75K
Independent Investigator Grant Rally Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Focus Areas - Young/Early Career Investigators: Young investigators are at a critical career stage where they must establish themselves through research, publications and grant funding	Not published	Up to $50K

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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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