Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 10, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,431 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 420 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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SBIR Innovative Molecular Analysis Technology (IMAT) Development for Cancer Research and Clinical Care Arizona Bioindustry Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Penn Medicine Orphan Disease Center/CHI Research Fund (Million Dollar Bike Ride) Congenital Hyperinsulinism International · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Innovative, pre-clinical or clinical studies designed to improve the diagnosis, therapy, or quality of life for those affected by congenital hyperinsulinism	Not published	Up to $100K
Keck Foundation: Research Grant Program Wm Keck Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1M – $5M The W. M. Keck Foundation's Research Grant Program funds innovative medical research and engineering projects that challenge existing paradigms and explore new territories.	Not published	$1M – $5M
Peace & Recovery Initiative Call for Proposal Grant Innovations for Poverty Action a Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Peace & Recovery Initiative Call for Proposals, backed by Innovations for Poverty Action, invites research teams to explore and evaluate projects addressing social and political violence and humanitarian emergencies.	Not published	Up to $500K
Problems of Nutrition in the World Small Research Grant Nestle USA Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: A Letter of intent must be submitted first and is accepted at any time throughout the year.	Not published	Varies
Understanding People’s Experiences with Remote Provision of Medication Abortion Society of Family Planning · Foundation Not published · Varies The Society of Family Planning is the source for abortion and contraception science. We believe in just and equitable abortion and contraception informed by science.	Not published	Varies
Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium Merit Awards Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ASH-Frank Toohey Abstract Achievement Award for Myelodysplastic Syndromes Grant American Society of Hematology Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The ASH-Frank Toohey Abstract Achievement Award for Myelodysplastic Syndromes recognizes outstanding research in MDS by trainees.	Not published	Up to $5K
F.O.E. Charity Foundation Grants Fraternal Order of Eagles · Foundation Not published · From $100 Grants from the various funds of the F.O.E. Charity Foundation are made available every year. Grants are paid directly to recipients and must conform to IRS requirements and the Eagles' Articles of Incorporation.	Not published	From $100
AAOMR-XDR Grant American Academy of Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology · Foundation Not published · $10K The AAOMR-XDR Grant is designed to support early-career oral and maxillofacial radiologists in innovative research. Awardees can receive up to $10,000 for high-risk, high-reward projects in imaging sciences.	Not published	$10K
NC Sea Grant – NC Space Grant Graduate Research Fellowship North Carolina Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $10K The NC Sea Grant and NC Space Grant Graduate Research Fellowship Program invites interdisciplinary proposals addressing critical focus areas such as sediment budgets, erosion, and habitat transformations.	Not published	$10K
AMS Joan and Joseph Birman Fellowship for Women Scholars American Mathematical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The American Mathematical Society's Joan and Joseph Birman Fellowship for Women Scholars addresses the paucity of women at the highest levels of mathematics research; it is a mid-career research fellowship open only to women.	Not published	Up to $50K
Dr. Dolores O. Morris Fund Scholarship Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dr. Dolores O. Morris Fund Scholarship, offered by the American Psychological Foundation, supports psychology graduate students who excel academically and are committed to advancing the field.	Not published	Varies
The Anthony G. Coates 3-Year Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $187K The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute offers The Anthony G. Coates 3-Year Postdoctoral Fellowship for researchers in various fields such as ecology and evolutionary biology.	Not published	Up to $187K
AAMI Foundation Laufman-Greatbatch Transformational Impact Award Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizes individuals or organizations that have made transformational contributions to health technology and medical instrumentation.	Not published	Varies
Harden Bursaries Grant Biochemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £2,000 The Harden Bursaries, facilitated by the Biochemical Society, support early-career students and scientists to attend specialized Harden Conferences. Funding varies by conference and is awarded post-attendance confirmation.	Not published	Up to £2,000
AP-S Doctoral and Eugene F. Knott Memorial Pre-Doctoral Research Grants Ieee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K – $5K The IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society offers grants to support students pursuing research in electromagnetics. Up to six pre-doctoral grants of $3,500 and ten doctoral grants of $5,000 are available annually.	Not published	$4K – $5K
Physician Shortage Tracking Model - UNC at Chapel Hill The Physicians Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $750K	Not published	$750K
AO/OF Research Grant Academy of Osseointegration · Foundation Not published · $50K Applicants may apply in one of three categories: Grants in the amount of $50,000 will be awarded to the Best proposal in each category as determined by the AO/OF Research Grant Committee.	Not published	$50K
ACS Award in Pure Chemistry Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The ACS Award in Pure Chemistry recognizes early career researchers for their outstanding contributions to fundamental research in pure chemistry.	Not published	$5K
Jack Wilmore Legacy Travel Award Grant American College of Sports Medicine Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $400 The Jack Wilmore Legacy Travel Award supports doctoral students and post-doctoral fellows by covering travel expenses to present their research at the ACSM Annual Meeting.	Not published	$400
ASTRO Residents/Fellows in Radiation Oncology Seed Grant American Society for Radiation Oncology · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The ASTRO Residents/Fellows in Radiation Oncology Seed Grant aims to advance the research careers of residents and fellows focusing on radiation oncology through funding basic, translational, and clinical research.	Not published	Up to $50K
TRxA BRIDGe Awards: Stage 3 Grant Critical Path Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The TRxA BRIDGe Awards: Stage 3 aims to support academic researchers in advancing early-stage therapeutics through IND-enabling studies.	Not published	Up to $1M
ChemLuminary Award for Outstanding Sustainability Activities Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The ChemLuminary Award for Outstanding Sustainability Activities, sponsored by the American Chemical Society (ACS), recognizes local sections that implement innovative programs promoting sustainability.	Not published	Varies

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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 10, 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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