Grants for Science Research
Last updated October 7, 2026
Grantable tracks 6,443 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 421 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,628 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.
- Grants tracked
- 6,443
- from 2,028 funders
- Median award
- $25K
- middle half $3,500–$125K
- Total listed funding
- $755.0M
- across 3,628 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 60
- 632 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Program Usona Institute Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies Usona Institute is committed to advancing knowledge and understanding within the field of psychedelic sciences through its scholarship program to transform science through collaboration. | |
| National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation (U54) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA · Federal Dec 1, 2026 · $3M – $5.8M NIOSH is encouraging the submission of an application from qualified organizations for a National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation. | |
| Dissertation Fellowships (2026-2027) Center for Engaged Scholarship · Foundation ~December · $35K The Center for Engaged Scholarship's mission is to contribute to social and environmental justice by mobilizing the ideas and energies of engaged scholars. | |
| CES Dissertation Fellowship Center for Engaged Scholarship · Foundation Dec 1, 2026 · $40K The Center for Engaged Scholarship (CES) awards Dissertation Fellowships to Ph.D. students in the social sciences and humanities doing 'engaged scholarship' — rigorous research addressing pressing social problems and injustices. | |
| James Corones Award in Leadership, Community Building and Communication The Krell Institute · Foundation ~December · $2K This award recognizes mid-career scientists and engineers who are making an impact in leadership, community building AND science communication. | |
| Resident Research Award - Basic Science American College of Veterinary Dermatology Research Foundation · Foundation ~December · $1K – $2K These awards recognize residents who present an exceptional research study abstract at the annual North American Veterinary Dermatology Forum (NAVDF). This is the highest honor an ACVD resident can achieve. | |
| The Rory Belle Foundation Research Grant Program Rory Belle Foundation · Foundation ~December · Up to $50K | |
| AAHS/PSF Combined Pilot Research Grant The Hand Surgery Endowment · Foundation ~December · Varies Foster the development of surgeon scientists and innovative research in hand surgery. | |
| Archaeology Program Senior Research Awards U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Dec 1, 2026 · $6,000,000 total The Archaeology Program supports anthropologically relevant archaeological research to increase understanding of past behaviors. This means that the value of the proposed research can be justified within an anthropological context. | |
| Early-Career Scientific Research Grants Program AABB Foundation Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies The AABB Foundation awards grants for investigator-initiated original research in all aspects of blood banking, transfusion medicine and biotherapies. | |
| Postdoc Teaching Fellows Asianetwork Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies This is a 2-year postdoctoral fellowship program that supports the hiring of postdoctoral fellows in fields such as International Relations with regional expertise in Asia. Fellows are placed at ASIANetwork member institutions. | |
| Resident Research Award - Clinical Science American College of Veterinary Dermatology Research Foundation · Foundation ~December · $1K – $2K These awards recognize residents who present an exceptional research study abstract at the annual North American Veterinary Dermatology Forum (NAVDF). This is the highest honor an ACVD resident can achieve. | |
| Autism Science Foundation Pre- and Postdoctoral Training Awards and Medical Student Gap Year Research Training Awards National Tuberous Sclerosis Association · Foundation ~December · Varies The Autism Science Foundation issued a call for applications for Pre- and Postdoctoral Training Awards and Medical Student Gap Year Research Training Awards. These awards support emerging researchers pursuing careers in autism research. | |
| Archaeometry (AMTRY) U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Dec 1, 2026 · $700,000 total The Archaeology Program administers an annual Archaeometry competition with a target date of December 1. The goal is to fund projects in two main categories: To develop or refine anthropologically relevant archaeometric techniques. | |
| AAHS/PSF Combined Pilot Research Grant American Association for Hand Surgery Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies Foster the development of surgeon scientists and innovative research in hand surgery. Increase the amount of research funding dedicated to funding pilot research studies that set the stage for applications to larger funding agencies. | |
| Computational Mathematics U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Dec 1, 2026 · $1 – $1.2M Supports mathematical research in areas where computation plays a central and essential role, emphasizing analysis, development, and implementation of theoretically justified and efficient algorithms. | |
| Autism Science Foundation Pre- and Postdoctoral Training Awards and Medical Student Gap Year Research Training Awards TSC Alliance Endowment Fund Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies Training awards for emerging researchers pursuing careers in basic or clinical research on autism spectrum disorder. | |
| Young Investigator Award (YIA) Children's Tumor Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies CTF's longest running award program that provides two-year salary support to early-career NF researchers to help them become established as independent NF investigators. | |
| Maximizing the Scientific Value of Data Generated by the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program: Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Postdoctoral Fellowship (F32) National Institutes of Health · Federal Dec 2, 2026 · $1,260,000 total The Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes Program (ECHO) intends to promote an ongoing initiative by publishing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for awards to advance research and training in… | |
| PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Foundation · Foundation ~December · $35K Alternative Entry Option - Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program (BBSP): | |
| Emerging Global Leader Award (K43 Independent Clinical Trial Required) National Institutes of Health · Federal Dec 3, 2026 · Varies This is a reissue of the Emerging Global Leader Program (K43) to align with the clinical trials policy. | |
| Emerging Global Leader Award (K43 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Dec 3, 2026 · Varies This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is designed specifically for applicants proposing research that does not involve leading an independent clinical trial, a clinical trial feasibility study, or an ancillary study to a clinical… | |
| Louis Padovano Grants The Lotos Foundation Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies The Lotos Foundation awards organizational grants to not-for-profit organizations based in the New York City metropolitan area who offer outstanding arts and science programs, free-of-charge, to middle-school and high school students from… | |
| NIH Research Software Engineer (RSE) Award (R50 Clinical Trials Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Dec 4, 2026 · Varies The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is to provide salary support for exceptional Research Software Engineers (RSEs) that contribute their skills to the development and dissemination of biomedical, behavioral or health… |
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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 6,443 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 7, 2026, 3,628 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 Chemical Society (78), and American Physical Society (78). In all, 2,028 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for science research due?
Of 6,443 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 632 have a published upcoming deadline, 919 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,832 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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