Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,431 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 424 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,615 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,431; from 2,027 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $751.8M; across 3,615 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 647 with a published date

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Annual Canine Health Grants: Established Investigator Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The Morris Animal Foundation's Annual Canine Health Grants: Established Investigator aims to support innovative research projects that enhance canine health, particularly in the realm of cancer.	Not published	$100K
ASN: Pre-Doctoral Fellowship Award Program Grant American Society of Nephrology Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The ASN Pre-Doctoral Fellowship Award Program aims to support PhD students conducting original research in kidney biology and disease. Each fellowship provides $30,000 annually for two years, contingent upon satisfactory progress reports.	Not published	Up to $60K
McDermott Legacy Fund Texas Research and Technology Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Investment fund established to advance San Antonio's bioscience ecosystem.	Not published	Varies
Northwestern University Publication Subvention Grants Northwestern University · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Northwestern University Publication Subvention Grants support eligible faculty and graduate students with production costs or translation expenses for published works.	Not published	Up to $1K
Lupus Insight Prize Grant Lupus Research Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Lupus Insight Prize, awarded by the Lupus Research Alliance, recognizes groundbreaking scientific insights into lupus, an autoimmune disease with limited treatment options.	Not published	$100K
Young Investigators Research Forum Grant American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Young Investigators Research Forum offers a unique opportunity for early career sleep scientists to enhance their research skills.	Not published	Varies
Beckman Center Fellowships - Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (12 months) Grant Science History Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $54K The Beckman Center Fellowships offer 12-month postdoctoral research opportunities at the Science History Institute, aimed at scholars who have completed their doctoral studies.	Not published	Up to $54K
Timucuan Preserve Student Research Grants (SRGs) Timucuan Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established through sponsorship at the 2nd annual "Timucuan Science & History Symposium" held in January 2013	Not published	Varies
Lawrence A. Taylor Research Fund in Petrology and Geochemistry Grant American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · $4K The Lawrence A. Taylor Research Fund in Petrology and Geochemistry offers financial support to two PhD students demonstrating outstanding research in Petrology and/or Geochemistry.	Not published	$4K
Community Practice Innovation Award Grant Rheumatology Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $80K The Community Practice Innovation Award by the Rheumatology Research Foundation aims to foster innovative ideas from the rheumatology community that enhance practice implementation and sustainability.	Not published	Up to $80K
Merck Department of Continuing Education Grant Glaucoma Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Scleroderma Research Grant Program - Established Investigator Award National Scleroderma Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $200K The National Scleroderma Foundation's peer-reviewed research grant program provides funding to established investigators conducting scleroderma research.	Not published	$200K
APA: AI2050 Prizes Grant American Philosophical Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The APA: AI2050 Prizes, supported by Schmidt Sciences, honor exceptional philosophical contributions related to artificial intelligence.	Not published	$10K
AAMI Foundation Logan Research Grants Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AAMI Foundation offers Logan Research Grants supporting research in healthcare technology/medical instrumentation.	Not published	Varies
Catalyst Project Sarc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Catalyst Project is SARC's newest award program (first recipient announced June 30, 2022).	Not published	Varies
Shirlee Meyers/G. Ernest Wright Scholarships for Fieldwork Participation Grant American Society of Overseas · Foundation Not published · $2K The Shirlee Meyers/G. Ernest Wright Scholarships for Fieldwork Participation, offered by the American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR), provide three scholarships of $2,000 each to assist ASOR members in participating in archaeological…	Not published	$2K
Research Grants on Improving the Use of Research Evidence: Major Research Grants William T Grant Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K – $1M The Research Grants on Improving the Use of Research Evidence program aims to enhance the application of research findings for young people aged 5-25 in the U.S. It offers major grants ranging from $100,000 to $1,000,000 over 2-4 years…	Not published	$100K – $1M
ALISE/ProQuest Methodology Paper Competition Grant Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) · Foundation Not published · $500 The ALISE/ProQuest Methodology Paper Competition invites submissions of methodology papers that explore research techniques relevant to library and information science.	Not published	$500
OREF New Investigator Grant Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The OREF New Investigator Grant offers seed funding of up to $50,000 for promising research projects aimed at enhancing the scientific training of orthopaedic surgeons.	Not published	Up to $50K
GRAMMY Museum Grants Program: Scientific Research Projects Grammy Museum Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The GRAMMY Museum Grants Program supports scientific research projects focused on the impact of music on the human condition.	Not published	Up to $20K
Sigma/Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation End of Life Nursing Care Research (HPNA) Grant Sigma Theta Tau Intl Fo For Nursing · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Sigma/Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation End of Life Nursing Care Research Grant aims to advance nursing care through research.	Not published	Up to $10K
Research Scholarships Grant American Academy of Underwater Sciences · Foundation Not published · $3K The American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) offers research scholarships to support graduate students in scientific diving.	Not published	$3K
ASN Student Research Award Grant American Society of Naturalists · Foundation Not published · $2K The ASN Student Research Award supports innovative research by student members, promoting the integration of ecology, evolution, and behavior.	Not published	$2K
Family Medicine Discovers Rapid Cycle Scientific Discovery and Innovation (FMD RapSDI) Research Grant American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Family Medicine Discovers Rapid Cycle Scientific Discovery and Innovation (FMD RapSDI) Research Grant aims to enhance research capabilities in family medicine by funding practicing family physicians.	Not published	Up to $40K

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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 6,431 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 3,615 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 (89), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,027 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,431 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 647 have a published upcoming deadline, 923 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,801 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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