Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,433 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 423 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,616 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,433; from 2,028 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $751.9M; across 3,616 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 645 with a published date

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National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation (U54) Grant Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention · Foundation Not published · $3M – $5.8M The National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation (U54) aims to enhance worker safety in the construction industry through innovative research and intervention strategies.	Not published	$3M – $5.8M
American Society of Biomechanics: Early Career Achievement Award Grant The American Society of Biomechanics · Foundation Not published · $500 The American Society of Biomechanics' Early Career Achievement Award aims to recognize and promote the work of emerging scientists who have received their PhD within the last five years.	Not published	$500
ANR Foundation - Postdoctoral Physician Scientist Fellowship Grant Arthritis National Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The ANR Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship offers financial support to researchers focusing on arthritis and related autoimmune diseases.	Not published	Up to $50K
Merritt Lyndon Fernald Award Grant New England Botanical Society · Foundation Not published · $1K The Merritt Lyndon Fernald Award, established by the New England Botanical Society, honors the exemplary contributions of Merritt Lyndon Fernald to botany.	Not published	$1K
HEAL Initiative: Program to Reveal and Evaluate Cells-to-gene Information that Specify Intricacies, Origins and the Nature of (PRECISION) Human Pain Network National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, in conjunction with other NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs) as a part of the congressionally mandated NIH Helping to End Addiction Long Term (HEAL) initiative intends to publish a…	Forecast	Varies
Summer Student Fellowship Fight for Sight Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A summer fellowship program supporting undergraduate and graduate students interested in ophthalmology and eye/vision research.	Not published	Varies
Biocodex Microbiota Foundation- Call for Projects USA Grant Biocodex Microbiota Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Biocodex Microbiota Foundation invites early career researchers in the microbiome field from U.S. institutions to apply for the 2024 grant.	Not published	$50K
National Chemical Technician Award Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · $1K The National Chemical Technician Award, presented by the American Chemical Society (ACS), recognizes outstanding excellence among chemical technology professionals.	Not published	$1K
Research Resources Planning Grant The American Occupational Therapy Founda Tion Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Single Source for Chronic Kidney Diseases of UnceRtain Etiology (CKDu) in Agricultural Communities (CURE) Research Consortium - Data Coordinating Center (DCC) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $1,750,000 total The purpose of this funding opportunity is to advance the NIH mission by supporting the continuation of the Consortium to Study Chronic Kidney Disease of UnceRtain Etiology (CKDu) in Agricultural Communities (CURE).	Forecast	$1,750,000 total
Kessel Fellowships for Ornithological Research American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · $15K Fellowships to support ornithological research.	Not published	$15K
ACG/ASGE Epidemiologic Research Award in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Grant American College of Gastroenterology · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The ACG/ASGE Epidemiologic Research Award in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy supports research projects that study the use and outcomes of gastrointestinal endoscopy through the GI Quality Improvement Consortium (GIQuIC).	Not published	Up to $50K
NSS International Exploration Grants National Speleological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The NSS International Exploration Grants support members of the National Speleological Society in their international cave exploration and survey projects.	Not published	Varies
Large Scale Projects - Ending the Smoking Epidemic by Advancing Global Research for Innovative Smoking Cessation Global Action to End Smoking Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Consistent with its charitable mission, Global Action to End Smoking (GA) seeks research grant proposals that aim to fill scientific gaps and identify new solutions that help individual smokers quit cigarettes.	Not published	Varies
Center for Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases Pilot & Feasibility Grant: Category 1 Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Center for Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases offers a Pilot & Feasibility Grant aimed at fostering new diabetes-related researchers and supporting innovative, high-risk projects.	Not published	Up to $50K
Rickover Fellowship Program in Nuclear Engineering (RFP) South Carolina Universities Research & Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rickover Fellowship Program is designed to meet the needs of the Naval Reactors Division of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for appropriately trained personnel for the maintenance and development of science and engineering…	Not published	Varies
Research Resource for a National Swine Resource and Research Center (U42 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $961K – $1.0M This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) encourages applications to provide continuing support for a National Swine Resource and Research Center (NSRRC).	Forecast	$961K – $1.0M
Dibner Program in the History of Science - Long-Term Awards Grant The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens (The Huntington) · Foundation Not published · $50K The Dibner Program in the History of Science offers long-term fellowships at The Huntington, a prestigious research institution. Scholars in history, literature, and the history of science can apply for nine to twelve months of support.	Not published	$50K
Immunology and Immunotherapy SMRT Grant Pacific Biosciences of California, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The Immunology and Immunotherapy SMRT Grant by Pacific Biosciences aims to enhance research through advanced sequencing technologies.	Not published	Up to $12K
ORS/OREF Resident Research Project Grant Orthopaedic Research Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The Resident Research Project Grant prepares residents for a career in orthopaedic research. This grant supports research projects that are clinically relevant and achievable by the resident as a free-standing project.	Not published	$5K
OHF: Short Term Travel Grant The Oxalosis & Hyperoxaluria Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oxalosis & Hyperoxaluria Foundation offers a Short Term Travel Grant designed for postdoctoral and mid-career researchers.	Not published	Varies
Companion Grant The International Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $120K	Not published	$120K
Annual Research Grant American Association for Hand Surgery Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Foster creativity and innovation in basic and/or clinical research in all areas pertinent to hand surgery.	Not published	Varies
NRP Human Factors or Education Grant American Academy of Pediatrics · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The NRP Human Factors or Education Grant aims to enhance neonatal care in delivery rooms by addressing key gaps in resuscitation practices.	Not published	Up to $15K

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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 6,433 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 3,616 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, 2,028 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,433 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 645 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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