Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 10, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,425 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 420 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,612 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,425; from 2,026 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $749.0M; across 3,612 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 641 with a published date

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NJCCR: Research Bridge Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $200K The NJCCR Bridge Cancer Research Grants aim to support innovative cancer research projects in New Jersey with funding up to $200,000 for two years.	Not published	Up to $200K
Carcinogen Hazard Assessment Monographs Program (CHAMP) (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) invites applications to critically and systematically evaluate the scientific evidence on carcinogenic hazards to humans.	Forecast	Varies
St. Baldrick's Foundation Innovation Award St Baldrick's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Rigor and Reproducibility for Biomarkers in Type 1 Diabetes Clinical Research National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $5,200,000 total The main goal of this initiative is to establish a consortium with the overarching goal to advance the systematic identification, rigorous evaluation, validation, and assays harmonization of biomarkers that are critical to the prevention…	Forecast	$5,200,000 total
Sigma/Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN) Grant Sigma Theta Tau Intl Fo For Nursing · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Sigma/Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN) Grant aims to promote nursing science by encouraging qualified nurses to undertake innovative research projects.	Not published	Up to $10K
TSF/Southern Thoracic Surgical Association (STSA) Resident Research Award Grant The Thoracic Surgery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $80K The TSF/Southern Thoracic Surgical Association Resident Research Award offers up to $40,000 annually for two years, aimed at supporting residents in general and cardiothoracic surgery.	Not published	Up to $80K
NATA: Masters Student Grant Program National Athletic Trainers' Association Research and Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The NATA Masters Student Grant Program, facilitated by the NATA Foundation, supports innovative research projects by master's students in athletic training.	Not published	Up to $1K
ACNP Honorific Awards - Julius Axelrod Mentorship Award Grant American College of Neuropsychopharmacology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ACNP Honorific Awards - Julius Axelrod Mentorship Award recognizes an ACNP member for exemplary mentoring in neuropsychopharmacology. This award promotes the development of emerging scientists into leaders in the field.	Not published	Varies
Grant for Elizabeth and Frederick White Research Conferences Australian Academy of Science · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Elizabeth and Frederick White Research Conferences, supported by the Australian Academy of Science, aim to enhance understanding in physical and mathematical sciences related to Earth and space.	Not published	Up to $10K
Research on the Language and Messaging of Prevention and Responsible Gambling Programs International Center for Responsible Gaming · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the ICRG is to help individuals and families affected by gambling disorder and to prevent the onset of gambling problems through high quality scientific research and evidence based educational programming on gambling…	Not published	Varies
Physician Scientist Training Award American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K Support physician-scientists in conducting clinical and translational sleep medicine research during fellowship or early-career training	Not published	$100K
Guy Jordan Research Fund Grant American Cichlid Association · Foundation Not published · $600 – $2K The Guy Jordan Research Fund Grant, offered by the American Cichlid Association, aims to support research on cichlid fishes, promoting their study and conservation.	Not published	$600 – $2K
ACNP Honorific Awards - Dolores Shockley Diversity and Inclusion Advancement Award Grant American College of Neuropsychopharmacology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ACNP Honorific Awards - Dolores Shockley Diversity and Inclusion Advancement Award recognizes individuals and programs that excel in promoting diversity and inclusion in neuroscience.	Not published	Varies
CURE Epilepsy Award Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy · Foundation Not published · Varies The CURE Epilepsy Award reflects CURE Epilepsy’s continued focus on scientific advances that have the potential to truly transform the lives of those affected by epilepsy, with prevention and disease modification as critical goals.	Not published	Varies
Byrd Postdoctoral Fellowship Program Grant Ohio State University Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $71K The Byrd Postdoctoral Fellowship Program at The Ohio State University supports researchers focusing on polar and alpine environments and global climate change.	Not published	Up to $71K
KIF1A.ORG Mini Grants KIF1AORG Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Small roadblocks should never halt therapeutic discovery. KIF1A.ORG created this mini grant initiative to support smaller direct project expenses that can accelerate the pathway to treatments for KAND.	Not published	Up to $5K
Faculty Seed Grant Montana Water Center · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Faculty Seed Grant, offered by the Montana Water Center, aims to foster innovative water-related research among faculty and students within the Montana University System.	Not published	Up to $25K
Sponsorship for events - Single Lectures and Small Events Grant Biochemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £500 The Biochemical Society offers grants of up to £500 for the organization of single lectures and small events, including postgraduate research days.	Not published	Up to £500
Eagles Autism Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships Grant Eagles Autism Challenge Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Eagles Autism Foundation is dedicated to enhancing autism research and care, aiming to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders.	Not published	Up to $150K
MRC/SOT Early Career Toxicologist Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · Varies The MRC/SOT Early Career Toxicologist Award, presented by the Society of Toxicology, recognizes an outstanding Midwest toxicologist with up to 10 years of experience.	Not published	Varies
DGRAV Student Travel Grants for APS April Meeting American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $600 The DGRAV Student Travel Grants for the APS April Meeting, first awarded in 1999, support graduate and advanced undergraduate students in attending the APS Global Physics Summit.	Not published	Up to $600
Curtiss T. & Mary G. Brennan Foundation Grant Curtiss & Mary Brennan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Curtiss T. Brennan & Mary G. Brennan Foundation Grant supports archaeological field research, focusing on regions where early civilizations emerged.	Not published	Varies
NOAA Climate and Global Change Postdoctoral Fellowship Program Ucar Exchange · Foundation Not published · Varies These fellowships support early career researchers leading the climate science field. Fellows carry out their research projects and are mentored by hosting scientists at U.S. universities and national laboratories.	Not published	Varies
Ellen and Charles Steinmetz Endowment for Archaeology Grant Archaeological Institute of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $9K The Ellen and Charles Steinmetz Endowment for Archaeology, supported by the Archaeological Institute of America, aims to promote innovative archaeological research using technology.	Not published	Up to $9K

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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 6,425 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 10, 2026, 3,612 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 (516), Society of Toxicology (102), U.S. National Science Foundation (87), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,026 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,425 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 641 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, 43% 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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