Naval Research Laboratory · Rolling / Open Federal
NRL WIDE BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is the Navy's corporate laboratory. NRL conducts basic and applied research for the Navy in a variety of scientific and…
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.
6,371 grants
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily
Up to US $15,000
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS · Rolling / Open Foundation
NRP Human Factors or Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Academy Of Pediatrics Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The NRP Human Factors or Education Grant aims…
Up to US $50,000
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS · Rolling / Open Foundation
NRP Research Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Academy Of Pediatrics Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The NRP Research Grant Program offers up to $50,000 for…
Up to US $15,000
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS · Rolling / Open Foundation
NRP Young Investigator Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Academy Of Pediatrics Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The NRP Young Investigator Award is designed to…
$990,000 total
U.S. National Science Foundation · October 15, 2026 Federal
NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships provide an opportunity for highly qualified, recent doctoral scientists to carry out an…
Approximately $900,000 over five years
THE MORGRIDGE INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
NSF CAREER Award - Faculty Early Career Development Award Overview: National Science Foundation program supporting junior faculty who exemplify the role of teacher-scholars through outstanding…
$528,507 - $755,000 (five-year grant)
THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
NSF Early Career Development (CAREER) Award Overview: Highly prestigious National Science Foundation awards supporting junior faculty who perform outstanding research, are excellent educators, and…
$477,000 - $3,180,000
U.S. National Science Foundation · June 1, 2026 Federal
NSF EPSCoR Graduate Fellowship Program The NSF EPSCoR Graduate Fellowship Program (EGFP) provides an opportunity for applicants who received the distinction of GRFP Honorable Mention no more than…
$32,000 annually plus $12,000 cost of education allowance
THE COMPUTING RESEARCH ASSOCIATION INC · October 27, 2026 · Annual Foundation
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) Funder: National Science Foundation (NSF) Program Type: Fellowship for graduate study Eligibility: - Senior undergraduates considering graduate school…
U.S. National Science Foundation · Rolling / Open Federal
NSF National Innovation Corps Teams (NSF National I-Corps (TM) Teams) program The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) continues to develop and nurture a national innovation ecosystem that guides…
UCAR EXCHANGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
NSF SOARS Program (Significant Opportunities in Atmospheric Research and Science) Focus: Atmospheric and Earth system sciences; research, mentoring, and community Target Audience: Undergraduate…
$15,000,000 total
U.S. National Science Foundation · July 24, 2026 Federal
NSF Trailblazer Engineering Impact Award The NSF Trailblazer Engineering Impact Award (TRAILBLAZER) program supports individual investigators who propose novel research projects with the potential to…
UCAR EXCHANGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
NSF Unidata Summer Internships Focus: Software engineering and geoscience; computational science projects Target Audience: Graduate students and upper-level undergraduate students Purpose: This…
$200,000 - $700,000
U.S. National Science Foundation · Rolling / Open Federal
NSF-DFG Lead Agency Opportunity in Chemistry and Chemical Process and Transport Systems Recognizing the importance of international collaborations in promoting scientific discoveries, the National…
BOYCE THOMPSON INSTITUTE FOR PLANT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
NSF-REU Undergraduate Plant Genome Research Internship Funder: Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research (NY, US) Status: Active internship program Geographic Scope: Open to undergraduate students…
National Speleological Society · Rolling / Open Foundation
NSS International Exploration Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Speleological Society Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The NSS International Exploration Grants support members of the…
$40,000
AMERICAN LEPROSY MISSIONS INC · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation
NTD Innovation Prize Funder: American Leprosy Missions (Hope Rises International) Status: Active, ongoing annual program Geographic Scope: Global Award Amount: $40,000 per year Focus Areas: -…
$2,000 - $75,000 (one year); $20,000 - $140,000 (two years)
NATIONAL TAY-SACHS & ALLIED DISEASES ASS · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
NTSAD Research Initiative Program Program Focus: Funding research to advance effective treatments and ultimately a cure for Tay-Sachs, Canavan, GM1 gangliosidosis, and Sandhoff diseases. Overview:…
Up to $71,000/year (includes $3,000/month stipend + up to $35,000/year tuition and fees)
South Carolina Universities Research & · February 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Nuclear Nonproliferation International Safeguards (NNIS) Graduate Fellowship Program Overview: The NNIS Graduate Fellowship Program provides financial support for exceptional students pursuing…
National League for Nursing · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nursing Education Research Grants Funder: National League for Nursing (NLN) Geographic Scope: Not specified Focus Areas: Nursing education research that contributes to the advancement of the science…
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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