NIH Brain Development Cohorts (NBDC) Biospecimen Access (X01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) The Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study is the largest longitudinal study of brain development…
Grants for Science Research
Grants for Science Research provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
NIH Collaborative International Research Project (Parent PF5 Clinical Trial Optional) The National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks to advance its mission by maintaining strong, productive, and…
NIH Exploratory/Developmental Research Project Grant (Parent R21 Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required) The NIH Exploratory/Developmental Grant supports exploratory and developmental…
NIH Exploratory/Developmental Research Project Grant (Parent R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) The NIH Exploratory/Developmental Grant supports exploratory and developmental research projects by…
NIH Exploratory/Developmental Research Project Grant (Parent R21 Clinical Trial Required) The NIH Exploratory/Developmental Grant supports exploratory and developmental research projects by providing…
NIH K12 Genetics and Genomics of Lung Disease Funder: National Institutes of Health (NIH) Type: Training grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Genetics and genomics of lung disease -…
NIH National Center for Medical Rehabilitation Research Funder: National Institutes of Health (NIH) Type: Training and research center Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Genome or…
NIH NSADA Training in Neurology Funder: National Institutes of Health (NIH) Type: Training award Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Neurology - Neuroscience research - Career transition…
NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) The purpose of the NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) program is to increase and maintain a strong…
NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required) The purpose of the NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) program is to increase and maintain a strong…
NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required) The purpose of the NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) program is to increase…
NIH Research Project Grant (Parent R01 Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required) The NIH Research Project Grant supports a discrete, specified, circumscribed project in areas representing the…
NIH Research Project Grant (Parent R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) The NIH Research Project Grant supports a discrete, specified, circumscribed project in areas representing the specific interests…
NIH Research Project Grant (Parent R01 Clinical Trial Required) The NIH Research Project Grant supports a discrete, specified, circumscribed project in areas representing the specific interests and…
NIH Research Software Engineer (RSE) Award (R50 Clinical Trials Not Allowed) The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is to provide salary support for exceptional Research Software…
NIH SIREN Neurologic Clinical Trials (UG3/UH3 - Clinical Trial Required) This announcement (NOFO) encourages applications for multi-center clinical trials focused on neurological emergencies.…
NIH Small Research Grant Program (Parent R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) The NIH Small Research Grant Program supports small research projects that can be carried out in a short period of time with…
NIH StrokeNet Clinical Trials and Biomarker Studies for Stroke Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Optional) This NOFO encourages applications for multi-site exploratory and…
NIH Support for Conferences and Scientific Meetings (Parent R13 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) The purpose of the NIH Research Conference Grant (R13) is to support high quality conferences that are…
NIH T32 Genetics and Genomics of Muscle Disease Funder: National Institutes of Health (NIH) Type: Training grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Genetics and genomics of muscle disease…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants for science research are available?
- Grants for Science Research come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for grants for science research?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for grants for science research?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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