Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 8, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,434 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: 6,434; 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; 631 with a published date

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Disney Award for Amblyopia Research Research to Prevent Blindness Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: If the deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, please consider the deadline to be the following business day. Nomination forms are due by the 'pre proposal' deadline above.	Not published	Varies
George M.A. Hanfmann, Ilse B. Hanfmann, and Machteld J. Mellink Fellowships Grant American Research Institute in Turkey · Foundation Not published · $15K – $45K Easily learn more about the George M.A. Hanfmann, Ilse B. Hanfmann, and Machteld J. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 02 Mar 2027.	Not published	$15K – $45K
Summer Studentships Grant The Genetics Society UK · Foundation Not published · Up to £3,150 The Genetics Society offers Summer Studentships for undergraduate students aiming to explore genetics research.	Not published	Up to £3,150
Rowland Fellowship Program Grant Harvard University · Foundation Not published · $90K The Rowland Fellowship Program at Harvard University invites outstanding early-career experimentalists in all scientific and engineering fields to establish an independent research program in Cambridge.	Not published	$90K
Graduate Marine Conservation Scholarships Grant Women Divers Hall of Fame · Foundation Not published · $2K The Graduate Marine Conservation Scholarships, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame, aim to support women pursuing research and fieldwork in marine conservation.	Not published	$2K
SHSI Iowa History Dissertation Fellowship Grant State Historical Society of Iowa · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The SHSI Iowa History Dissertation Fellowship supports advanced graduate students engaging in research related to Iowa history.	Not published	Up to $2K
PSC Research Grants Program - Standard Seed Grant PSC Partners Seeking a Cure · Foundation Not published · $75K The standard Research Grants program was officially launched in 2007 to fund seed grants for novel research projects to improve understanding of PSC disease progression and find a cure.	Not published	$75K
Diabetes (DDPG) DPG Karen Goldstein Memorial Grant for Diabetes MNT Application Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K The Diabetes (DDPG) DPG Karen Goldstein Memorial Grant provides financial support for outcomes research in diabetes medical nutrition therapy.	Not published	$20K
Student Award in Biological Fluorescence Grant Biophysical Society · Foundation Not published · $750 The Student Award in Biological Fluorescence is presented by the Biophysical Society to outstanding Master's or PhD students who have made significant contributions to the research community.	Not published	$750
Kristian Fauchald Polychaete Research Fellowship Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Kristian Fauchald Polychaete Research Fellowship offers funding for polychaete biologists at all career stages to conduct independent research at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.	Not published	Up to $10K
International Research Travel Award Program Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The International Research Travel Award Program by the APS aims to enhance international collaborations between physicists from high-income and lesser-resourced countries.	Not published	Up to $2K
VeloSano Pilot Awards The Cleveland Clinic Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Philanthropy-funded caregiver grant program focused on cancer research at Cleveland Clinic. VeloSano Pilot Awards support Cleveland Clinic caregivers in advancing cancer research through innovative pilot studies.	Not published	Varies
EMF/SAEM Medical Student Grants in Memory of Dr. Amy H. Kaji Emergency Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The EMF/SAEM Medical Student Grants in Memory of Dr. Amy H. Kaji support medical students engaging in emergency medicine research.	Not published	Up to $5K
Special Emphasis Limited Project Grant: Colorectal Surgery and Health Equity The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Special Emphasis Limited Project Grant from the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons aims to address health disparities in colorectal surgery.	Not published	Up to $20K
NIDCD Research Fellowship for Audiologists National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for clinical audiologists currently enrolled in Ph.D. programs.	Forecast	Varies
Scholarships and Pathways in Neuroscience Partnership Grant Cedars Sinai Medical Care Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Scholarships and Pathways in Neuroscience Partnership at Cedars-Sinai aims to enhance diversity in neuroscience by providing underrepresented students hands-on experience in a leading medical facility.	Not published	Up to $10K
AAFP Foundation Family Medicine Philanthropic Consortium Grant Awards Program Pisacano Leadership Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
AAMDSIF Research Grants Program Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $60K The Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation (AAMDSIF) offers research grants aimed at enhancing the understanding and treatment of bone marrow failure disorders.	Not published	$60K
Chronic Pain Medicine Research Grant American Society of Regional Anesthesia (ASRA) and Pain Medicine · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Chronic Pain Medicine Research Grant, offered by the American Society of Regional Anesthesia (ASRA) and Pain Medicine, aims to enhance research in pain medicine, guiding clinical practice and improving patient care.	Not published	Up to $75K
Early Career Awards- SfN Tianqiao and Chrissy Chen Young Investigator Award Grant Society for Neuroscience · Foundation Not published · $25K The SfN Tianqiao and Chrissy Chen Young Investigator Award honors exceptional early career neuroscientists who have shown remarkable independence in their research.	Not published	$25K
SACT Grant (SCRA-Academic Collaboration Team Grant) South Carolina Research Authority · Foundation Not published · $640K – $860K To advance the development of university-owned technologies that can provide lasting economic and societal impact.	Not published	$640K – $860K
National Biomedical Research Centers (P50 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $8.0M – $11.4M The National Biomedical Research Centers (NBRCs) are expected to provide scientific expertise, advanced equipment, infrastructure, and a range of well-characterized research models to researchers across the nation.	Forecast	$8.0M – $11.4M
Sigma/Emergency Nurses Association Foundation Grant Sigma Theta Tau Intl Fo For Nursing · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Sigma/Emergency Nurses Association Foundation Grant supports nursing research that enhances emergency nursing practices.	Not published	Up to $6K
ASPET Division for Toxicology Career Award American Society for Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The nomination is due at the deadline.	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 6,434 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 6,434 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 631 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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