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, state 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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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Inga M. Johnson Endowment Fund West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| International Collaborative Research Grants American Academy of Religion · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The American Academy of Religion (AAR) offers International Collaborative Research Grants to foster research collaborations among scholars across different geographical regions. | |
| Rally for Research Pilot Grant Program Apbd Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| Arthur Molella Distinguished Fellowship Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · $35K The Arthur Molella Distinguished Fellowship, endowed by The Lemelson Foundation, supports senior scholars in technology and innovation studies at the Smithsonian Institution. | |
| Celiac Disease Foundation/NASPGHAN Foundation Celiac Disease Pilot Grants Celiac Disease Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Celiac Disease Foundation (CA) is a research grantmaker offering the CDF/NASPGHAN Foundation Celiac Disease Pilot Grants to researchers. | |
| Postdoctoral Research in Coastal Forest Plant Science Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Varies The Biogeochemistry Lab at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) is searching for a post-doctoral research fellow with expertise in plant ecology, plant ecophysiology, or related vegetation sciences to join a… | |
| Sanofi-Regeneron Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mid-Career Award Grant Dermatology Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Sanofi-Regeneron Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mid-Career Award, funded by the Dermatology Foundation, supports exceptional researchers committed to addressing dermatological issues affecting underrepresented groups. | |
| ONS: Oncology Nurse Scientist Research Intensive Grant Oncology Nursing Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oncology Nurse Scientist Research Intensive aims to enhance oncology nursing practice through a research mentoring program in Denver, Colorado. | |
| ASF Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship Autism Science Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Autism Science Foundation offers annual undergraduate summer research fellowships funding undergraduates to work on autism-research projects under a faculty mentor; ASF has run the program for 8+ years and announces recipients each… | |
| ASTDA Summer Research Fellowship American Sexually Transmitted Diseases · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The American Sexually Transmitted Diseases Association (ASTDA) Summer Research Fellowship provides up to a $5,000 stipend for graduate/professional students and post-doctoral trainees (US and Canada based) to conduct a mentored STI or… | |
| Harold Amos Medical Faculty Development Grant Program The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $420K The Harold Amos Medical Faculty Development Grant Program, funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, supports postdoctoral research awards for faculty from historically marginalized backgrounds. | |
| Early Career Awards: Jennifer N. Bourne Prize in Neuronal and Synaptic Structure and Function Grant Society for Neuroscience · Foundation Not published · $5K The Jennifer N. Bourne Prize in Neuronal and Synaptic Structure and Function honors scientists for exceptional contributions to our understanding of synapses and neural circuits at the nanometer scale. | |
| Improving Methods for Conducting Patient - Centered Comparative Clinical Effectiveness Research PCORI Funding Announcement - Cycle 1 Grant Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Funding Announcement aims to enhance methods for conducting patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research. | |
| Poster Awards Grant Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Society · Foundation Not published · $250 The Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Society (OTS) offers Poster Awards to exceptional graduate students and post docs presenting at its Annual Meeting. | |
| Resource and Capacity Building to Advance the Science of Aggression across Species and Disciplines (R24 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Up to $6 The Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research seeks to advance its mission by soliciting applications to advance research on the mechanisms of aggressive behavior across species and disciplines, consistent with OBSSR’s… | |
| Climate Research Incubator (CRI) Green Umbrella · Foundation Not published · Varies Green Umbrella's newest program, the Climate Research Incubator, provides training to a cohort of researchers, ensuring they have the tools to successfully engage with the public on climate. | |
| Catalyst Grants Program Translational Research Institute for Space Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The Catalyst Grants Program, operated by the Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH), aims to fund innovative research projects that enhance human health in space and on Earth. | |
| Wilmer Souder Award International Association for Dental Research · Foundation Not published · Varies The oldest of the 17 IADR Distinguished Scientist Awards designed to encourage interest in dental materials research and recognize outstanding contributions to the field. | |
| Engineering Biological and Biomedical Systems (EBBS) U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Not published · Varies The Engineering Biological and Biomedical Systems (EBBS) program expands our understanding of biological and physiological systems, and it helps improve human health. | |
| Clinical Research - Mentored Research Studies Grant American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Clinical Research - Mentored Research Studies grant supports new investigators, particularly post-docs, who collaborate with mentors to advance treatment efficacy in communication disorders. | |
| Research Experience for Undergraduates Program in Physical Sciences Grant American Museum of Natural History · Foundation Not published · $6K The Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program in Physical Sciences offers summer research opportunities at the American Museum of Natural History. | |
| Innovative Technology Funding Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies A partnership between Maryland DNR, the University of Maryland to provide research & development funding to University staff, and seed capital monies to develop new technologies to accelerate bay restoration. | |
| International Scholar Program Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A physician training and research fellowship program dedicated to training future global healthcare leaders in heart and vascular health. | |
| British Society of Soil Science: Teaching Soil Science Grant British Society of Soil Science · Foundation Not published · Up to £1,000 The British Society of Soil Science offers the Teaching Soil Science Grant to support innovative teaching practices in soil science. |
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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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