DoW Lupus, Idea Award Summary: This funding mechanism supports innovative, high-risk/high-reward research that could ultimately lead to a critical discovery or major advancement relevant to lupus.…
Grants for Science Research
Grants for Science Research provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
DoW Lupus, Impact Award Summary: This funding mechanism supports high-risk/high-reward research that has the potential to make a major impact in lupus research and/or lupus disease. The emphasis is…
DoW Lupus, Transformative Vision Award Summary: This funding mechanism supports interventional research at the individual and/or health care system level which will result in near-term impact on the…
DoW Lupus, Transformative Vision Development Award Summary: This funding mechanism supports planning and development activities and pilot studies that will generate preliminary data and demonstrate…
DoW Melanoma Research Program Focused Program Award â Rare Melanomas Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Melanoma Research Program (MRP) Focused Program Award â Rare Melanomas, supports a…
DoW Melanoma Research Program Idea Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Melanoma Research Program (MRP) Idea Award supports innovative, exploratory, high-risk/potentially high-reward research.…
DoW Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award Summary: Supports the addition of independent, early career investigators (Scholars) who are no more than seven years from their initial…
DoW Melanoma Research Program Survivorship Research Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Melanoma Research Program (MRP) Survivorship Research Award addresses the relatively new and underfunded…
DoW Melanoma Research Program Team Science Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Melanoma Research Program (MRP) Team Science Award supports a broad range of hypothesis-driven, multidisciplinary…
DoW Military Burn, Discovery Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Military Burn Research Program (MBRP) Discovery Award supports innovative, untested, groundbreaking research that provides new…
DoW Military Burn, Patient-Centered Research Award Summary: Despite significant research investment in combat-relevant burn care, a disparity exists between newly discovered knowledge in burn care…
DoW Military Burn, Technology/Therapeutic Development Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Military Burn Research Program (MBRP) Technology/Therapeutic Development Award (TTDA) is a…
DoW Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Trial Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) Clinical Trial Award (CTA) supports the rapid implementation of clinical…
DoW Multiple Sclerosis Early Investigator Research Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) Early Investigator Research Award (EIRA) supports Multiple…
DoW Multiple Sclerosis Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) Exploration â Hypothesis Development Award (EHDA)…
DoW Multiple Sclerosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports…
DoW Ovarian Cancer, Clinical Trial Award Summary: The OCRP Clinical Trial Award supports the rapid implementation of clinical trials with the potential to have a significant impact on the treatment…
DoW Pancreatic Cancer Research Program, Focused Pilot Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Pancreatic Cancer Research Program (PCARP) Focused Pilot Award supports the exploration and…
DoW Pancreatic Cancer Research Program, Idea Development Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Pancreatic Cancer Research Program (PCARP) Idea Development Award supports the development of…
DoW Pancreatic Cancer Research Program, Translational Research Partnership Award Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Pancreatic Cancer Research Program (PCARP) Translational Research Partnership…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants for science research are available?
- Grants for Science Research come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for grants for science research?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for grants for science research?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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