Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,443 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 421 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,628 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,443; from 2,028 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $755.0M; across 3,628 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 632 with a published date

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APSA Foundation Global Research Scholarship American Pediatric Surgical Association Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The APSA Foundation Global Research Scholarship funds global pediatric-surgery research.	Not published	Varies
Allene Vaden Memorial Grant for Foodservice Management Research Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Allene Vaden Memorial Grant for Foodservice Management Research, offered by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation, aims to support young academics in advancing research in foodservice management.	Not published	$5K
Institutional Award for Undergraduate Student Training Grant American Heart Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $165K The Institutional Award for Undergraduate Student Training, offered by the American Heart Association, supports qualified research institutions in providing meaningful research experiences for undergraduate students.	Not published	Up to $165K
The Bert M. Glaser, MD Award for Innovative Research in Retina Grant The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology · Foundation Not published · $10K The Bert M. Glaser, MD Award for Innovative Research in Retina, presented by ARVO, recognizes early-career investigators for groundbreaking discoveries in retinal disease treatment.	Not published	$10K
RTK Scholars Program Grant RTK Environmental Group · Foundation Not published · $2K The RTK Scholars Program, funded by RTK Environmental Group, provides a $1,500 scholarship to support students pursuing careers in science, particularly in environmental studies, biology, and engineering.	Not published	$2K
Summer Research Fellowship Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies CBAI organizes research fellowship programs to accelerate talent in AI safety and contribute to AI safety literature. Listed as an upcoming research fellowship program on their Programs page.	Not published	Varies
Graduate Student Fellowships Grant Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute · Foundation Not published · $10K The Graduate Student Fellowships at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute support emerging scholars in tropical research, offering financial aid exceeding $3 million annually.	Not published	$10K
BCNA Annual Grants Boulder County Nature Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Boulder County Nature Association (BCNA) offers one-year grants up to $4,000 for research projects that enhance understanding of Boulder County's ecosystems, focusing on climate change and development impacts.	Not published	Up to $5K
IADR/AADR William J. Gies Awards International Association for Dental Research · Foundation Not published · $1K Awards presented for the best papers published in the IADR/AADR Journal of Dental Research.	Not published	$1K
Alan Darby Award International Skeletal Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 Annual award recognizing the best case report published in Skeletal Radiology journal during the calendar year. The prize was established by his widow, Lucienne, in 2005 in his memory.	Not published	$500
Loye and Alden Miller Research Award American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Given for lifetime achievement in ornithological research.	Not published	Varies
The Rolex Explorers Club Grants Explorers Club · Foundation Not published · $10K The Rolex Explorers Club Grants aim to empower young explorers under 35 by funding their innovative field research.	Not published	$10K
Clinical Research Seed Grant Challenge Society for Vascular Surgery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A competitive challenge format for the Clinical Research Seed Grant program, held during the Vascular Annual Meeting.	Not published	Varies
AIP Grants to Archives American Institute of Physics Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The AIP Grants to Archives program aims to support significant archival projects focused on preserving, organizing, and cataloging collections in modern physics and related fields.	Not published	Up to $10K
The Larry Larson Graduate Student Award for Leadership in Applied Entomology Grant The Entomological Society of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The Larry Larson Graduate Student Award for Leadership in Applied Entomology honors the legacy of Dr. Larry Larson in insect management.	Not published	Varies
ISRF: Mid-Career Fellowships Grant Independent Social Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to €75,000 The Independent Social Research Foundation (ISRF) offers Mid-Career Fellowships to scholars in Europe, aimed at fostering innovative research that challenges existing frameworks.	Not published	Up to €75,000
AACR-Novocure Career Development Award for Cancer Research Grant American Association for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · $300K The AACR-Novocure Career Development Award for Cancer Research supports early-career researchers focused on Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields), which disrupt cancer cell division.	Not published	$300K
Kevin Kritz Research Grant Raptor Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Kevin J. Kritz Memorial Research Grant supports global field research on eagle biology and conservation, honoring Kevin Kritz, a dedicated raptor conservationist.	Not published	Up to $2K
RE33 General Topic Research Grant – $100,000 Oncology Nursing Society · Foundation Not published · $100K The RE33 General Topic Research Grant offers $100,000 to support established oncology nurse researchers with a history of at least $50,000 in prior funding.	Not published	$100K
Commission on Dietetic Registration Emerging Researcher Grant Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Commission on Dietetic Registration Emerging Researcher Grant, offered by the Academy Of Nutrition And Dietetics Foundation, aims to support early-career researchers who lack extensive funding history.	Not published	$10K
NextGen Fellows Program Food Allergy Fund · Foundation Not published · $75K Provides early-career physician-scientists with one year of protected funding, dedicated time, and structured mentorship to advance their work at a pivotal career stage.	Not published	$75K
Elevate Purdue Foundry Fund Elevate Ventures Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $60K	Not published	$20K – $60K
NEF Research Grant Programme Nagao Natural Environment Foundation (NEF) · Foundation Not published · Varies The NEF Research Grant Programme supports individual researchers in developing countries of the Asia-Pacific region. It aims to enhance their research skills in nature conservation through financial assistance for scientific projects.	Not published	Varies
NFXF Junior Investigator Award The National Fragile X Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of the NFXF Research Awards program. Supports junior/early-career investigators conducting research on Fragile X syndrome and related conditions.	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 6,443 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 7, 2026, 3,628 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 Chemical Society (78), and American Physical Society (78). In all, 2,028 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,443 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 632 have a published upcoming deadline, 919 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,832 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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