Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 8, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,436 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 423 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,620 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,436; from 2,028 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $752.6M; across 3,620 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 639 with a published date

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AFO Travel Awards Association of Field Ornithologistsinc · Foundation Not published · Varies AFO provides travel awards each year to help defray part or all of the cost of attending and presenting an oral paper or poster at the AFO annual meeting; recent recipients are predominantly undergraduate, Master's, and PhD students plus…	Not published	Varies
Alpha-1 Foundation: Scientific Meeting Sponsorship Grant Alpha-1 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Alpha-1 Foundation offers a Scientific Meeting Sponsorship grant to support scientific meetings, workshops, or conferences relevant to Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. Applications must be submitted at least 2 months prior to the event.	Not published	Up to $5K
ASHG Developing Country Award American Society of Human Genetics · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K ASHG Developing Country Awards provide travel support (up to $3,000) plus complimentary ASHG Annual Meeting registration to scientists from developing countries who submit an abstract to the meeting; ASHG has announced an expansion of…	Not published	Up to $3K
Macy-Gyorgy Award for Research in Human Milk and Lactation International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation · Foundation Not published · Varies Biennial lifetime achievement award to honor individuals who have made outstanding, original scientific contributions to the study of human milk and lactation.	Not published	Varies
SVP Jackson School of Geosciences Student Travel Grant Society of Vertebrate Paleontology · Foundation Not published · Varies The SVP Jackson School of Geosciences Student Travel Grant supports current students presenting at the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology's 85th Annual Meeting in Birmingham, UK, from November 12-15, 2025.	Not published	Varies
Society Awards: Carolyn Cohen Innovation Award Grant Biophysical Society · Foundation Not published · $2K The Carolyn Cohen Innovation Award, presented by the Biophysical Society, honors a member who significantly advances our understanding of biological systems through innovative theories, models, or techniques.	Not published	$2K
A.S. "Rosy" Rosenwald Student Poster Award Grant American Association of Avian Pathologists · Foundation Not published · $200 The A.S. "Rosy" Rosenwald Student Poster Award, established by the American Association of Avian Pathologists, recognizes outstanding student research in poultry health.	Not published	$200
Cost Share for Federal Funding Opportunities Carbon Removal Innovation Support System (CRISP) CA Energy Commission · State Not published · Varies This solicitation only applies to the Carbon Removal Innovation Support Program (CRISP) for projects that meet the requirements in Section II.C and the applicable federal Funding Opportunity Announcement.	Not published	Varies
Graduate Awards Program - William T. Piper, Sr. General Aviation Systems Graduate Award Grant Aiaa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The William T. Piper, Sr. General Aviation Systems Graduate Award offers $1,500 to graduate students researching General Aviation Aircraft.	Not published	Up to $2K
Medical Education and Research Cost (MERC) Program Dept of Health Grants · State Not published · Varies Grant program supporting medical education and research costs at eligible healthcare institutions.	Not published	Varies
Infrastructure for Population Dynamics Research Program (iPOP) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $4,179,000 total The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for research infrastructure support in order to advance the field…	Forecast	$4,179,000 total
DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF) The Krell Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies The Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship accepts doctoral students engaged in traditional, application-focused computational science research and those pursuing applied mathematics, statistics or computer science…	Not published	Varies
Perry L. McCarty AEESP Founders' Award Grant Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors Foundation (AEESP Foundation) · Foundation Not published · $2K The Perry L. McCarty AEESP Founders' Award, presented by the AEESP Foundation, honors outstanding contributions to environmental engineering education and research.	Not published	$2K
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Internship Program Donald Danforth Plant Science Center · Foundation Not published · Varies Immersive lab experiences and strong mentors are essential to fostering the next generation of plant scientists.	Not published	Varies
Markow Scholarship / Small Grant Wyoming Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Markow Scholarship, offered by the Wyoming Native Plant Society, supports undergraduate and graduate students conducting research on native plants in Wyoming. Scholarships of up to $1,000 and small grants of up to $500 are available.	Not published	Up to $1K
Clinical Research Training Scholarship (CRTS) The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy · Foundation Not published · $150K The Clinical Research Training Scholarship is an annual award designed to bring exciting new talent and vision to peripheral neuropathy (PN) research. The scholarship supports early-career researchers pursuing training in PN research.	Not published	$150K
CNPS Student Research Grants Program California Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · $300 – $2K The CNPS Student Research Grants Program supports research on California's native flora, aiming to protect these vital plants and their habitats.	Not published	$300 – $2K
AMS Senior Named Scholarships Grant American Meteorological Society (AMS) · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The AMS Senior Named Scholarships support exceptional undergraduate students entering their final year in atmospheric and related sciences.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust Grant Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust Grant supports education and research in ornamental horticulture, funding projects that enhance public gardens, promote ornamental plants, and support related educational initiatives.	Not published	Up to $25K
Dean Wilson Scholarship Alaska Trappers Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The scholarship is named in honor of Dean Wilson, Sr., who was a trapper and furbuyer. Dean was a wise man who advised ATA leadership and helped build a strong foundation for the organization.	Not published	$2K
Breakthrough T1D Project Concepts Grant Breakthrough T1D · Foundation Not published · Varies The Breakthrough T1D Project Concepts Grant aims to enhance the lives of individuals with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) while working towards a cure.	Not published	Varies
Senior Investigator Awards Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Lynn Sage Scholar research grants that fund experienced researchers exploring breakthrough approaches that could transform the field of breast cancer research.	Not published	Varies
SNAME Graduate Scholarships Grant Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) · Foundation Not published · Up to $21K The SNAME Graduate Scholarships Program offers financial support to U.S., Canadian, and international students pursuing advanced degrees in naval architecture, marine engineering, and ocean engineering.	Not published	Up to $21K
UAccelerate Crowdfunding University of Arizona Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies UAccelerate is the crowdfunding site for the University of Arizona that accelerates innovative faculty research and student programs through the support of the Wildcat community.	Rolling	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 6,436 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 8, 2026, 3,620 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 (90), 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 6,436 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 639 have a published upcoming deadline, 921 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,816 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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