Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 9, 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. 423 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,617 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,434; from 2,029 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $752.5M; across 3,617 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 646 with a published date

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Institutional Challenge Grant William T Grant Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $650K The Institutional Challenge Grant aims to foster collaborative research by requiring institutions to adapt their policies and enhance capacities for meaningful partnerships.	Not published	$650K
Assay Validation of High Quality Markers for Clinical Studies in Cancer (UH2/UH3 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) solicits applications to support the validation of molecular/cellular/imaging markers (referred to as "markers" or "biomarkers") and assays for cancer…	Forecast	Varies
Feeding Hope Fund for Clinical Research Grant National Eating Disorders Association · Foundation Not published · $50 – $100K The Feeding Hope Fund for Clinical Research Grant, offered by the National Eating Disorders Association, aims to support impactful research projects focused on eating disorders.	Not published	$50 – $100K
Dietmar and Mary Lou Weselin Charitable Fund Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Julius Edgar Lilienfeld Prize Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · $20K The American Physical Society is a nonprofit membership organization working to advance physics by fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and global community dedicated to science and society.	Not published	$20K
Researching the implementation of over-the-counter oral contraceptives Grant Society of Family Planning Research Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $175K The Society of Family Planning is dedicated to advancing equitable access to contraception and abortion through science.	Not published	Up to $175K
Award for Excellence in Integrated Pest Management Grant The Entomological Society of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The Award for Excellence in Integrated Pest Management recognizes outstanding contributions to IPM by ESA members. Nominations are limited to one per branch each year, and candidates may be renominated up to two times if not selected.	Not published	Varies
General Research Grants Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Boston Athenaeum Fellowship Programs Proprietors of the Boston Athenaeum · Foundation Not published · Varies The Boston Athenaeum offers several fellowship opportunities for researchers, scholars, and educators to support their work using the institution's collections and materials.	Not published	Varies
Transformational Project Award American Heart Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports highly innovative, high-impact projects that build on work in progress that could ultimately lead to critical discoveries or major advancements that will accelerate the field of cardiovascular and/or cerebrovascular research.	Not published	Varies
Walter Sullivan Award for Excellence in Science Journalism – Features American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizing Accessible Earth and Space Science Journalism The Walter Sullivan Award for Excellence in Science Journalism – Features is given annually to an individual journalist or a group of journalists in recognition of a feature story…	Not published	Varies
MSA Best Oral and Poster Presentations Grant Mycological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $200 The MSA Best Oral and Poster Presentations awards recognize outstanding graduate and undergraduate student presentations at the annual MSA meeting.	Not published	$200
Recent Ad Hoc Grant: Identifying new treatments for Kabuki syndrome type 2 Kabuki Syndrome Foundation · Foundation Not published · $67K This project aims to discover potential treatments for Kabuki syndrome type 2 (KS2) using Unravel Biosciences' proprietary bioinformatics platform, BioNAV™.	Not published	$67K
JSFPR: Educational Grant Julian Schwinger Foundation For Physics · Foundation Not published · Varies The Julian Schwinger Foundation for Physics Research (JSF) offers an educational grant aimed at innovative research and educational initiatives in physics.	Not published	Varies
Conquer Cancer – Rising Tide Foundation for Clinical Cancer Research Career Pathway Grants in Symptom Management Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology · Foundation Not published · Varies Recruit and retain young physician scientists committed to symptom management research as they establish independent research programs	Not published	Varies
Jacob Pritzker Fellowship Program Angelman Syndrome Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Angelman Syndrome Foundation's Jacob Pritzker Fellowship supports a junior investigator or clinical-training program for an early-career physician (or, case-by-case, non-physician SLP/PA/NP/GC junior investigators) specializing in the…	Not published	Up to $100K
National Early Detection of Ovarian Cancer Research Awards Grant Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MOCA) is offering grants for research focused on the early detection of ovarian cancer.	Not published	$50K – $100K
FAER Mentored Research Training Grant (MRTG) Association of University Anesthesiologists · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
NJ Commission on Spinal Cord Research Postdoctoral & Graduate Student Fellowship Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Varies The New Jersey Commission on Spinal Cord Research offers a Postdoctoral & Graduate Student Fellowship aimed at supporting innovative research in spinal cord injury.	Not published	Varies
St. Baldrick's Fellow St Baldrick's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
International Speleological Participation Grants National Speleological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The International Speleological Participation Grants, funded by the National Speleological Society, support projects that foster international collaboration in speleology.	Not published	Varies
Naval Science Awards Program (NSAP) Academy of Applied Science Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Naval Science Awards Program (NSAP) is a U.S. Navy and Marine Corps program administered by the Academy of Applied Science that provides awards to over 300 science fairs throughout the year.	Not published	Varies
PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Grant Pen American Center Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award honors outstanding writing that effectively communicates complex scientific ideas in an accessible manner.	Not published	$10K
MS Clinical Mentorship for Psychology Graduate Students Grant National Multiple Sclerosis Society · Foundation Not published · $3K The National Multiple Sclerosis Society offers a four-week clinical mentorship for psychology graduate students, focusing on the diagnosis and management of multiple sclerosis.	Not published	$3K

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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 9, 2026, 3,617 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 (102), U.S. National Science Foundation (90), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,029 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, 646 have a published upcoming deadline, 922 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,806 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 44% 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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