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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CRISPRa Proof of Concept Constructs for MED13L Haploinsufficiency The MED13L Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $165K The MED13L Foundation is pursuing promising scientific avenues that may help families affected by MED13L Syndrome.	Not published	$165K
Cure LGS 365 Research Grants LGS Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The LGS Foundation funds innovative research projects aimed at advancing understanding of LGS and developing new therapies and cures.	Not published	Varies
Hereditary Disease Foundation: Transformative Research Award Grant Huntington's Disease Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300K – $500K The Hereditary Disease Foundation's Transformative Research Award aims to fund innovative projects that advance research on Huntington's disease.	Not published	$300K – $500K
Early-Career Research Excellence Award Grant The American Occupational Therapy Founda Tion Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Early-Career Research Excellence Award, established by the American Occupational Therapy Foundation in 2019, recognizes and supports promising investigators advancing knowledge in occupational therapy.	Not published	$5K
Exposomic Contributions to ADRD Pathology and Resilience National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) is interested in supporting research projects that investigate how specific neural exposome factors contribute mechanistically to Alzheimer’s disease-related dementias…	Forecast	Varies
Genomics in Context Awards: collaborative research at the intersection of genomics, humanities, social sciences and bioethics Grant The Wellcome Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to €500,000 The Genomics in Context Awards support transdisciplinary teams to advance research at the intersection of genomics, humanities, social sciences, and bioethics.	Not published	Up to €500,000
Research Consultation Award Emdr Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Research Consultation Award provides funding for clinicians, post-doctoral students, or university faculty interested in conducting research on EMDR and disseminating findings to practice and scientific communities.	Not published	Up to $1K
AFAR Grants for Junior Faculty and Glenn Foundation for Medical Research (GFMR) Grants for Junior Faculty American Federation for Aging Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $160K The AFAR Grants for Junior Faculty and Glenn Foundation for Medical Research offer up to $160,000 for one- to two-year research projects focusing on the biology of aging.	Not published	Up to $160K
Practice Based Evidence Fund Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $13K The Practice Based Evidence Fund Grant, offered by the American Psychological Foundation, aims to support psychologists and trainees in community mental health and outpatient settings.	Not published	$13K
Investigator Initiated Research Grant Program Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Investigator Initiated Research Grant Program, offered by the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation, supports doctoral-level researchers addressing critical health-related research gaps.	Not published	Up to $75K
NEI Center Core Grant for Vision Research (P30 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The goal of these institutional Center Core Grants is to build research infrastructure within an institution for the purpose of providing technical support to groups of NEI R01-funded investigators.	Forecast	Varies
Steven Berkeley Marine Conservation Fellowship Grant American Fisheries Society · Foundation Not published · $15K The Steven Berkeley Marine Conservation Fellowship, established by the American Fisheries Society in 2007, honors a dedicated fisheries scientist.	Not published	$15K
National League for Nursing Grant Sigma Theta Tau Intl Fo For Nursing · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The National League for Nursing Grant, funded by Dr. Diane Billings through the Sigma Foundation for Nursing, supports innovative research in nursing education that leverages technology for knowledge dissemination.	Not published	Up to $5K
Glaucoma Research Foundation Board of Directors Grant Glaucoma Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Disparities in Orthopaedic Health Care Research Grant Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Disparities in Orthopaedic Health Care Research Grant aims to support clinical research that addresses disparities in orthopaedic health care.	Not published	Up to $150K
Rust Foundation Maintainers Fund Rust Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A new initiative to provide consistent, transparent, and long-term support for the developers who make the Rust programming language possible.	Not published	Varies
Conference and Workshop Grants The Wenner-Gren Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Conference and Workshop Grants by the Wenner-Gren Foundation aim to foster inclusive anthropological communities through funding for significant scholarly events.	Not published	Up to $20K
NSF Early Career Development (CAREER) Award The College Foundation of the University of Virginia · Foundation Not published · $529K – $755K Highly prestigious National Science Foundation awards supporting junior faculty who perform outstanding research, are excellent educators, and integrate education and research into their academic activities.	Not published	$529K – $755K
Tim Healey Memorial Scholarship Grant AW Howard Memorial Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Tim Healey Memorial Scholarship, established by the Future Farm Industries Cooperative Research Centre, honors Dr. Tim Healey's contributions to Australian agriculture.	Not published	Up to $10K
VAF: Resident Grant Program Acvo Vision for Animals Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Each year the ACVO Vision for Animals Foundation offers research grants to ABVO-approved residents in areas of veterinary ophthalmology.	Not published	Varies
Global Innovation Imperatives Grant Program American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Global Innovation Imperatives Grant Program, funded by the American Chemical Society, supports multi-day forums aimed at addressing global sustainability challenges.	Not published	Up to $25K
DOE NNSA Laboratory Residency Graduate Fellowship (DOE NNSA LRGF) The Krell Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies The Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration Laboratory Residency Graduate Fellowship's primary objective is to encourage the training of scientists by providing financial support to talented individuals whose study…	Not published	Varies
OREF/ASES Rockwood Clinical Shoulder Research Grant Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The OREF/ASES Rockwood Clinical Shoulder Research Grant aims to foster innovative clinical research in shoulder care.	Not published	$50K
BOU Small Research Grants British Ornithologists' Union · Foundation Not published · Up to £2,000 The BOU Small Research Grants support scientific studies aimed at enhancing the understanding of birds and their conservation. These grants, capped at £2000, prioritize high-quality research with clear objectives and methodologies.	Not published	Up to £2,000

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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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