Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 8, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,437 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: 6,437; 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; 634 with a published date

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PERF: Career Development Grants - CNS Elterman Research Grant Pediatric Epilepsy Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150K The PERF: Career Development Grants - CNS Elterman Research Grant, established by the Pediatric Epilepsy Research Foundation in partnership with the Child Neurology Society, supports early-stage investigators in pediatric neurology.	Not published	$150K
Path to a Cure (PTAC) - Postdoc-to-Faculty Transition Award Grant Cystic Fibrosis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $86K The Path to a Cure (PTAC) - Postdoc-to-Faculty Transition Award by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation supports postdoctoral fellows in advancing their research careers in cystic fibrosis.	Not published	Up to $86K
APSF/FAER Mentored Research Training Grant The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K	Not published	Up to $300K
David Miller Travel Bursary Award Grant SCI · Foundation Not published · £500 The David Miller Travel Bursary Award supports two aspiring horticulturists or plant scientists with overseas travel opportunities to enhance their careers.	Not published	£500
T32 Training Program Versiti Illinois Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Postdoctoral research training fellowship supported by Versiti Blood Research Institute.	Not published	Varies
Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) Research Fund Grant Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) Research Fund Grant, established by the Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation, aims to enhance research and treatment of MDS and related blood disorders.	Not published	Up to $500K
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award American Liver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K Provides a supplemental stipend to trainees before they transition to a career in independent research, supporting the development of successful careers in basic or translational liver disease research.	Not published	$25K
Roger Conant Grants in Herpetology Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAR) · Foundation Not published · $500 The Roger Conant Grants in Herpetology, provided by the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAR), aim to support students and organizations engaged in amphibian and reptile research, education, and conservation.	Not published	$500
IADR Gold Medal Award International Association for Dental Research · Foundation Not published · Varies The highest recognition bestowed by IADR, honoring individuals who have built upon scientific accomplishments to broadly impact science, health research, or population health.	Not published	Varies
Research-Practice Partnerships: Collaborative Research for Educational Change Grant Program The Spencer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Research-Practice Partnerships Grant Program by the Spencer Foundation aims to enhance educational outcomes through collaborative research projects.	Not published	Up to $400K
High Impact Research Grant Eye Bank Association of America · Foundation Not published · $50K A research funding program by EBAA supporting high-impact projects in eye banking and corneal transplantation.	Not published	$50K
CureGRIN Research Grants Program CureGrin Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies CureGRIN Foundation awards research grants to support scientific investigation into GRIN and GRIA Disorders.	Not published	Varies
Clinical Trials To Advance Therapies For Cardiovascular Disease In Type 1 Diabetes Grant Breakthrough T1D · Foundation Not published · Up to $3M Breakthrough T1D is dedicated to improving cardiovascular outcomes for individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D).	Not published	Up to $3M
The Melza M. and Frank Theodore Barr Foundation Grant Glaucoma Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Distinguished Service Award Grant The American Society of Parasitologists · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Distinguished Service Award, presented by the American Society of Parasitologists, honors members who have significantly advanced the Society and the field of parasitology through dedicated efforts.	Not published	Up to $1K
ASTRO-ACS Clinician Scientist Development Award Grant American Society for Radiation Oncology · Foundation Not published · $135K The ASTRO-ACS Clinician Scientist Development Award aims to support full-time faculty members in radiation oncology who aspire to become independent investigators.	Not published	$135K
Amy R. Samuels Cetacean Behavior and Conservation Award Grant Animal Behavior Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Amy R. Samuels Cetacean Behavior and Conservation Award supports graduate students conducting vital research on cetacean behavior and conservation in natural settings.	Not published	Up to $2K
FGSA: Graduate Research Excellence Travel Award Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The FGSA: Graduate Research Excellence Travel Award, funded by the American Physical Society, supports graduate students presenting at the 2026 Global Physics Summit.	Not published	Up to $1K
Kathryn Cramer Early Career Research Development Award Ao North America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This award is referenced as part of AO North America's research programs and is listed among trauma research funding opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Single source: Childhood Cancer Survivor Study (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) intends to support the continuation of the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study (CCSS) that investigates the long-term morbidity and mortality associated…	Forecast	Varies
NCI Research Specialist Award for Core and Laboratory-based Scientists (R50 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) will invite applications for the Research Specialist Award (R50), which provides salary support for exceptional, non-tenure track scientists working in research laboratories and core facilities who…	Forecast	Varies
Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowships The Charlotte W Newcombe Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Now in its fifth decade, the Newcombe Fellowship has become a nationally recognized award that distinguishes recipients within their fields. Fellows receive a $31,000 stipend to complete the writing stage of their dissertation.	Not published	Varies
NAM Catalyst Award Competition National Academy of Sciences · Foundation Not published · Varies The Catalyst Awards—part of the broader Healthy Longevity Global Competition—reward bold, new, potentially transformative ideas to improve the physical, mental, or social well-being and health of people as they age, in a measurable and…	Not published	Varies
Pediatric Low-grade Glioma and Astrocytoma Research Funding Grant Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation of the United States Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pediatric Low-grade Glioma and Astrocytoma Research Funding, offered by the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, supports innovative research aimed at understanding and treating childhood brain tumors.	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 6,437 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 6,437 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 634 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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