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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Earle B. Barnes Award for Leadership in Chemical Research Management American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies To recognize outstanding achievements in chemical research management. The award consists of $5,000 and a certificate.	Not published	Varies
Beta Sigma Kappa Research Fellowship American Academy of Optometry Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Beta Sigma Kappa (BSK) Research Fellowship, administered by the AAOF, supports new optometric/vision-science faculty research and optometric resident research early in the recipient's career, across vision science, clinical practice…	Not published	Up to $4K
Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park Grant Illinois Capital Development Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $136.9M CDB oversees the construction of new state facilities, such as prisons, state parks, mental health institutions, and college and university projects.	Not published	Up to $136.9M
National Facilities U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Not published · Varies The National Facilities program supports the operation of national user facilities: National Facilities areresearch facilities with specialized instrumentation available to the scientific research community in general and the materials…	Not published	Varies
NSF SOARS Program (Significant Opportunities in Atmospheric Research and Science) Ucar Exchange · Foundation Not published · Varies An undergraduate-to-graduate bridge and career pathways program designed to promote and support research, mentoring, and community in the atmospheric and Earth system sciences.	Not published	Varies
SVP Wood Award Grant Society of Vertebrate Paleontology · Foundation Not published · Varies The SVP Wood Award, named in honor of Dr. Albert E. Wood, supports student research on vertebrate fossils and natural history collections.	Not published	Varies
Research Project and Start-up Grants Kids Kidney Research · Foundation Not published · £40,000 - £250,000 The Research Project and Start-up Grants, offered by Kids Kidney Research, invite proposals that align with three key research priorities: transforming treatments, addressing multiple health conditions, and promoting health equalities in…	Not published	£40,000 - £250,000
Mech SS Carl C. Smith Graduate Student Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mech SS Carl C. Smith Graduate Student Award, established by the Society of Toxicology, honors Carl C. Smith's commitment to advancing graduate education in toxicology.	Not published	Varies
Harva L. Sheeler Scholarships for Fieldwork Participation Grant American Society of Overseas · Foundation Not published · $2K The Sheeler Scholarships for Fieldwork Participation, offered by the American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR), provide $2,000 scholarships to support ASOR members in archaeological fieldwork.	Not published	$2K
Postdoctoral Grant Program University of Wisconsin - Madison · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Postdoctoral Grant Program at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health aims to support the growth and professional development of postdoctoral trainees, fellows, and associates.	Not published	Up to $20K
Director's Fund Maine Space Grant Consortium · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 The Director's Fund is a multi-purpose fund that supports all priority areas: Research, Higher Education, Pre-college Education, and Public Service. It responds to unanticipated events that meet specific criteria.	Rolling	Up to $500
Morin Fellowship in Medical Physics Grant American College of Radiology · Foundation Not published · $500 Founded in 1923, the American College of Radiology® (ACR®) is at the forefront of radiology evolution, representing more than 40,000 diagnostic and interventional radiologists, radiation oncologists, nuclear medicine physicians and medical…	Not published	$500
World Congress of Dermatology Scholarship Grant American Academy of Dermatology Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The World Congress of Dermatology Scholarship, supported by the American Academy of Dermatology, offers scholarships for U.S. and Canadian dermatology residents, fellows, or young dermatologists to attend the World Congress of Dermatology…	Not published	$2K
Stephen R. Tully Memorial Grant Raptor Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Stephen R. Tully Memorial Grant supports raptor research and conservation, particularly for students and amateurs with limited funding options.	Not published	Up to $5K
Global Impact Research Grant (GIRG) Program New York Institute of Technology · Foundation Not published · Varies A university-sponsored research program developed to support and connect Vancouver-based faculty with faculty and research projects being conducted on NYIT's New York campuses.	Not published	Varies
Grants for research on Baltic Sea Ecosystems Walter and Andrée de Nottbeck Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Walter and Andrée de Nottbeck Foundation offers grants for research on Baltic Sea ecosystems at the Tvärminne Zoological Station, Finland.	Not published	Varies
Graduate student fellowships: ASM Fellowship in Mammalogy Grant American Society of Mammalogists · Foundation Not published · $20K The ASM Fellowship in Mammalogy, offered by the American Society of Mammalogists, supports graduate students engaged in mammalian research.	Not published	$20K
AAAP: Special Service Award Grant American Association of Avian Pathologists · Foundation Not published · $1K The AAAP: Special Service Award recognizes individuals for exceptional contributions in avian medicine, reflecting their commitment to scientific research and professional service.	Not published	$1K
Herbst Fund for Eye Research Grant The Connecticut Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Herbst Fund for Eye Research, established by the Connecticut Community Foundation, promotes eye research and enhances community awareness of eye diseases.	Not published	Varies
L.P. Jenkins Memorial Fellowship Program Grant Orang Utan Republik Education Initiative · Foundation Not published · $1K The L.P. Jenkins Memorial Fellowship Program supports graduate and undergraduate students conducting vital field research on orangutans and rainforest conservation in Indonesia.	Not published	$1K
Discovery Grant Kabuki Syndrome Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150K The Discovery Grant is awarded annually to accelerate research that enables Kabuki syndrome therapeutic discovery. This grant supports research that generates new insights into disease mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets.	Not published	$150K
Addressing Violence and Trauma Topical PCORI Funding Grant Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $12M The Addressing Violence and Trauma Topical PCORI Funding is aimed at funding innovative, patient-centered research projects that focus on violence and trauma.	Not published	Up to $12M
AES Seed Grants American Epilepsy Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The American Epilepsy Society offers Seed Grants to support established researchers in exploring innovative research methodologies and collaborations. These grants aim to foster new lines of inquiry in epilepsy research.	Not published	Up to $20K
SMSNA Scholars in Sexuality Research Grants Program - Resident or Post-Doctoral/Fellows Sexual Medicine Society of North America · Foundation Not published · Varies Our objective is to promote, encourage, and support the highest standards of practice, research, education, and ethics in the study of human sexual function and dysfunction.	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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