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
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Updated daily
Guarantors of Brain · Rolling / Open Foundation

Post Doctoral & Brain Entry Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Guarantors of Brain Amount: Up to £70,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2025 Summary The Guarantors of Brain offer various…

Fight for Sight Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Post-Doctoral Award Funder: Fight for Sight Inc (NY, US) Overview: A grant program supporting post-doctoral researchers in ophthalmology and eye/vision research. Part of Fight for Sight's mission to…

Fight for Sight Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Post-Doctoral Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fight For Sight Inc Amount: US $22,500 Last Updated: January 03, 2025 Summary The Post-Doctoral Awards by Fight For Sight Inc. provide $22,500 grants…

National Ataxia Foundation Incorporated · October 5, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Post-Doctoral Fellowship Award Funder: National Ataxia Foundation Incorporated Award Amount: Up to $35,000 Focus: Ataxia research support for postdoctoral fellows Geographic Scope: Not specified;…

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Post-Doctoral Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Parkinson Disease Association Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The American Parkinson Disease…

AMERICAN-ITALIAN CANCER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowships Funder: American-Italian Cancer Foundation (NY, US) Program Description: AICF funds post-doctoral research fellowships for promising young Italian scientists who…

THE WENNER-GREN FOUNDATION FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Post-Ph.D. Research Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wenner-Gren Foundation Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Wenner-Gren Foundation offers Post-Ph.D. Research Grants to…

AUTISM SCIENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: ASF requires applicants email ASF’s Chief Science Officer prior to submission to confirm the eligibility of their sponsoring institution - See Letter of Inquiry Deadline above._…

ASIANETWORK INC · December 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Postdoc Teaching Fellows Funder: ASIANetwork Inc and The Luce Foundation Target Audience: Postdoctoral scholars Focus: Teaching fellowships in Asia-related fields Program History: Since 2010, this…

RALLY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Postdoctoral and Clinical Research Fellow Grant Funder: Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research Award Amount: Up to $50,000 per year for one or two years depending on how the fellow's grant…

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Postdoctoral Career Development Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society For Mass Spectrometry Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The ASMS Postdoctoral Career…

BURROUGHS WELLCOME FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Postdoctoral Diversity Enrichment Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Burroughs Wellcome Fund Amount: US $60,000 Last Updated: October 31, 2025 Summary The Postdoctoral Diversity Enrichment Grant…

SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The National Air and Space Museum has established the Postdoctoral Earth and Planetary Sciences Fellowship to support scientific research in this area. The Center for Earth and Planetary…

LUNDQUIST INSTITUTE FOR BIOMEDICAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Postdoctoral Fellows Program Program Type: Postdoctoral research fellowship Geographic Scope: Torrance, California (The Lundquist Institute) Background: The Lundquist Institute offers postdoctoral…

$56,000 (Year 1), $59,000 (Year 2), $62,000 (Year 3), plus $1,500/year travel grant
HOPE FUNDS FOR CANCER RESEARCH · January 25, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Postdoctoral Fellowship Funder: Hope Funds for Cancer Research, Newport, RI, US Mission: The Hope Funds for Cancer Research awards postdoctoral fellowships to support highly innovative research…

THE FOUNDATION FIGHTING BLINDNESS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Postdoctoral Fellowship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation Fighting Blindness Amount: Up to US $160,000 Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Postdoctoral Fellowship Award, offered…

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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