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 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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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.	Not published	Varies
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.	Not published	Up to £1,000
Frederic Stanley Kipping Award in Silicon Chemistry American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies As a non-profit scientific organization with more than 145 years’ experience, we are a champion for chemistry, its practitioners and our global community of members.	Not published	Varies
Dr. James and Elizabeth Wise Project Grant Glaucoma Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Fred C. Gloeckner Foundation Research Fund Grant American Floral Endowment · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fred C. Gloeckner Foundation Research Fund, established in 2024 through a partnership with the American Floral Endowment (AFE), is dedicated to advancing floriculture research and education.	Not published	Varies
ANRF Psoriatic Arthritis Research Grant Arthritis National Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies ANRF's Psoriatic Arthritis Research Grant (supported by Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine) empowers early-career investigators to advance understanding and treatment of psoriatic arthritis and its mechanisms.	Not published	Varies
ALGSA Research Grant Program Alagille Syndrome Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Research grants (up to $5,000 for one year) for basic, pre-clinical, translational, or clinical research investigating Alagille Syndrome (ALGS).	Not published	Up to $5K
Travel Grants Geological Society of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial assistance for travel provided by GSA Sections, Divisions, GSA International, and other programs.	Not published	Varies
Online Attendance Grants Biochemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £2,000 The Biochemical Society's Online Attendance Grants are designed to support members in participating in online scientific events such as conferences and workshops.	Not published	Up to £2,000
Young Investigator Award Special Competitions: Drug Development Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $60K The Young Investigator Award Special Competitions in Drug Development is designed to support promising researchers transitioning from fellowship to faculty positions.	Not published	$60K
Resident Quality Improvement Award Grant American Academy of Dermatology Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The AAD's Resident Quality Improvement Award provides up to $2,000 to support residents in dermatology who are implementing quality improvement projects.	Not published	Up to $2K
Eagles Autism Foundation Translational/Interdisciplinary Grants Eagles Autism Challenge Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K The Eagles Autism Foundation offers Translational/Interdisciplinary Grants to support impactful autism research over three years, providing $200,000 annually, totaling $600,000.	Not published	Up to $600K
AOSSM Research Grants American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Research Grant program funds orthopaedic sports-medicine research. ELIGIBILITY FLAG — AOSSM member investigators.	Not published	Varies
NIHCM Foundation: Policy Research Award Grant National Institute for Health Care Mgmt Research & Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K The NIHCM Foundation's Policy Research Award honors outstanding research published in peer-reviewed journals that significantly contributes to improving the affordability, accessibility, and quality of healthcare in the U.S. The winner…	Not published	$20K
WCN Scholarship Program Wildlife Conservation Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The WCN Scholarship Program invests in the next generation of conservation leaders by providing grants for graduate education to students committed to working on wildlife conservation in their home countries.	Not published	Varies
Fanconi Cancer Foundation-AACR NextGen Grant for Transformative Cancer Research Fanconi Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A flagship funding opportunity in partnership with the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR).	Not published	Varies
ASPB Recognition Travel Award American Society of Plant Biologists · Foundation Not published · Varies ASPB Recognition Travel Award (EDI Committee) — 'full ride' fellowships to attend the ASPB annual meeting (Plant Biology 2026, Ottawa) for undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and faculty who are members of groups minoritized in…	Not published	Varies
OREF Career Development Grant Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300K The OREF Career Development Grant supports early-career researchers in orthopaedics by providing funding of up to $300,000 over three years.	Not published	$300K
Travel Grants and Merit Awards for ESMO Young Oncologists European Society for Medical Oncology · Foundation Not published · Varies The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) offers Travel Grants and Merit Awards to support young oncologists in attending educational meetings.	Not published	Varies
George and Ann Bass Award for Nautical Archaeology Publications Institute of Nautical Archaeology · Foundation Not published · Varies The George and Ann Bass Award for Nautical Archaeology Publications supports the publication of important nautical archaeology research.	Not published	Varies
MGFA High Impact Pilot Project Award Grant Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $110K The Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America (MGFA) invites innovative proposals for the High Impact Pilot Project Award, aimed at enhancing myasthenia gravis research.	Not published	Up to $110K
Prader-Willi Syndrome Research Grant - Individual and Rolling Basis Smaller Grant Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (USA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Prader-Willi Syndrome Research Grant supports innovative projects that aim to improve the lives of individuals affected by PWS.	Not published	Up to $25K
Annual Feline Proposals: Feline Health Fellowship Training Award Grant Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $145K The Morris Animal Foundation invites proposals for the Feline Health Fellowship Training Award, aimed at advancing the health and welfare of domesticated cats.	Not published	Up to $145K
Michael Castagna Student Grant for Applied Research National Shellfisheries Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Michael Castagna Student Grant for Applied Research, awarded by the National Shellfisheries Association, recognizes outstanding students conducting applied research in shellfish studies.	Not published	$1K

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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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