Grants for Researchers
866 open opportunities. Open federal research funding for universities, research institutions, and individual investigators — with plain-English eligibility, deadlines, and award sizes.
Single Source for Chronic Kidney Diseases of UnceRtain Etiology (CKDu) in Agricultural Communities (CURE) Research Consortium - Data Coordinating Center (DCC)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) single-source NIH opportunity to fund the Data Coordinating Center for the CURE Research Consortium studying chronic kidney disease of uncertain etiology in agricultural communities. As a single-source award, eligibility is restricted to one specific pre-identified institution, so it is not open to general applicants. Funding amounts and deadlines have not been published; refer to the full announcement for details.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityNIAMS P30 Centers Program (P30 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH (NIAMS) P30 Centers grant supporting core research infrastructure centers in arthritis, musculoskeletal, and skin diseases; clinical trials are not allowed. The P30 mechanism funds shared core facilities at established research institutions with existing related research programs, so eligibility is narrow. Funding amounts and deadlines have not been published; watch for the full announcement before applying.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityMechanistic Exploration of Therapeutic Targets and Treatable Traits to Improve CNS Outcomes in People with HIV
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This NIH opportunity ("Mechanistic Exploration of Therapeutic Targets and Treatable Traits to Improve CNS Outcomes in People with HIV") is still in forecast status, meaning no eligibility, funding amount, description, or deadline has been published yet. It will likely target research institutions once it is officially posted; applicants should check back for the full funding opportunity announcement before assuming they qualify.
ResearchersPilot Projects to Enhance the Human Virome Program (R03, Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH R03 pilot-project grant to enhance the Human Virome Program; clinical trials are not allowed. The R03 mechanism supports small, short-term pilot research at research institutions, so it is aimed at researchers rather than general nonprofits or businesses. Eligibility details, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet; monitor for the full announcement before applying.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesSmall awardNarrow eligibilityNIDCD Research Fellowship for Audiologists
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH (NIDCD) research fellowship intended to support individual audiologists pursuing research training. As a fellowship, it is aimed at individual researchers/trainees, typically requiring a sponsoring institution. Specific eligibility, stipend/award amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published; check the full announcement when released before applying.
IndividualsResearchersNarrow eligibilityCooperative Agreement to Support Activities Related to Analgesics, Anesthetics, and Addiction (U01) Clinical Trials Allowed
ForecastedNo deadline listedFood and Drug Administration · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) FDA cooperative agreement (U01) supporting activities related to analgesics, anesthetics, and addiction, with clinical trials allowed. It is aimed at research institutions and investigators in these areas rather than general nonprofits or businesses. Specific eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published; monitor for the full announcement before applying.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityLeveraging Nursing Research to Advance Healthy School Environments for All
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This NIH funding opportunity is still in forecast status, meaning no eligibility, funding amount, or application details have been published yet. It is expected to support nursing research related to healthy school environments. Applicants should watch for the official Notice of Funding Opportunity before preparing anything, since terms could change before posting.
ResearchersCollaborative Opportunities for Multiple-disciplinary, Bold, and Innovative Neuroscience (COMBINE) (RM1 Clinical Trial Optional)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH program (COMBINE, RM1 mechanism) supporting team-based, multidisciplinary and innovative neuroscience research. The RM1 mechanism is designed for integrated research teams at research institutions, so it is aimed at researchers rather than general nonprofits or businesses. Eligibility details, award sizes, and deadlines are not yet available; watch for the full announcement before applying.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityThermal Transport Processes
No deadline listedU.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies
The NSF Thermal Transport Processes program funds fundamental engineering research on thermal transport phenomena (heat and mass transfer, convection/diffusion/radiation, phonon transport, and related thermodynamics). Eligibility is unrestricted in type of entity, but in practice NSF research awards go to universities, research institutions, and qualifying organizations and businesses submitting strong research proposals. Specific award amounts and deadlines are not stated in this listing; confirm current deadlines on the NSF program page before applying.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesSmall businessBroad eligibilityNotice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for HIV Pediatric, Adolescent and Maternal Clinical Trials
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is an NIH notice of intent for a future funding opportunity on HIV pediatric, adolescent, and maternal clinical trials; no eligibility, funding amount, or deadline has been published yet. It is expected to target clinical research institutions once the formal notice is released.
ResearchersDisability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) National Network
ForecastedNo deadline listedAdministration for Community Living · Amount varies
This forecasted Administration for Community Living program funds Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) for the ADA National Network, which provides information, training, and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Awards of this type typically go to universities, research institutions, and nonprofits with disability research and technical assistance expertise. Eligibility specifics, funding amounts, and the deadline have not yet been published.
NonprofitsResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityAtmosphere Cluster
No deadline listedU.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies
The National Science Foundation's Atmosphere Cluster funds fundamental research on atmospheric processes, including atmospheric chemistry, climate and hydroclimate dynamics, physical and synoptic meteorology, cloud and aerosol physics, and paleoclimate. Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, though NSF proposals are in practice submitted by universities and research institutions; proposals are accepted at any time, with specific solicitations carrying their own deadlines. Award amount is not specified.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesBroad eligibilityGlobal Infectious Diseases Research Training Program (D43 Clinical Trial Optional)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted NIH training-grant program (D43) supporting research training in global infectious diseases. D43 awards generally go to U.S. universities and research institutions to build research-training partnerships, often involving low- and middle-income countries, rather than to individuals or businesses. Eligibility specifics, award amounts, and the deadline have not yet been posted, so check the full announcement when it is released.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityNational Research Center for Promoting Work and Strong Families
ForecastedNo deadline listedAdministration for Children and Families - OFA · Amount varies
This is a forecasted Administration for Children and Families (Office of Family Assistance) opportunity to establish a National Research Center for Promoting Work and Strong Families, conducting research on employment and family stability programs. A single-center award of this type generally goes to a university or research organization with capacity to operate a national research center, making eligibility narrow. Funding amounts and the deadline have not yet been posted.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNonprofitsNarrow eligibilityClimate Program Office for FY 2012
No deadline listedDepartment of Commerce · Amount varies
Eligible applicants include colleges and universities, other nonprofits, commercial organizations, international organizations, and state, local, or tribal governments — federal agencies do not qualify. It funds NOAA Climate Program Office research, education, outreach, and decision-support work related to climate adaptation and mitigation. Note that the title references FY 2012, so this may be a legacy notice rather than a currently open opportunity; no current award amount or deadline is listed.
NonprofitsGovernment / tribalResearchersBroad eligibilityRequest for Information (RFI): Community Influence on Human Judgment During Information Processing Tasks
ForecastedNo deadline listedDept of the Army -- Materiel Command · Amount varies
This is a Request for Information from the U.S. Army Materiel Command on community influence on human judgment during information-processing tasks. An RFI gathers input and is not a funding opportunity, so it does not award money; responses inform potential future research directions. No eligibility, funding amount, or deadline is published.
ResearchersNarrow eligibilityShared Instrumentation Grant (SIG) Program (S10 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This forecasted NIH Shared Instrumentation Grant (S10) program funds the purchase of expensive, shared research equipment for use by multiple NIH-funded investigators; clinical trials are not allowed. Eligibility is limited to research institutions with a group of qualifying NIH-supported users, so individuals and businesses cannot apply. Award amounts and the deadline have not yet been posted.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityForecast for NINDS Exploratory Grant Program in Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research (P20 - Clinical Trial Optional)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecast notice for a future NINDS P20 Exploratory Grant Program focused on Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome research; no eligibility, description, funding amount, or deadline has been published yet. Researchers in this field should watch for the formal notice of funding opportunity.
ResearchersTeen Pregnancy Prevention Evaluation Grants
ForecastedNo deadline listedOffice of the Assistant Secretary for Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted Teen Pregnancy Prevention Evaluation Grants program from the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, supporting rigorous evaluation of teen pregnancy prevention approaches. Awards of this type generally go to research institutions, universities, and nonprofits with program evaluation expertise. Eligibility details, funding amounts, and the deadline have not yet been posted.
NonprofitsResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityCarcinogen Hazard Assessment Monographs Program (CHAMP) (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This forecasted NIH research grant (R01) supports the Carcinogen Hazard Assessment Monographs Program, which evaluates and reports on substances that may cause cancer; clinical trials are not allowed. R01 awards typically go to universities and research institutions through a principal investigator rather than to individuals applying personally or to businesses. Eligibility details, funding amounts, and the deadline have not yet been published.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibility
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What grants can researchers apply for?
UseGrants currently lists 866 open grant opportunities that researchers are eligible to apply for, each summarized in plain English with its eligibility, deadline, and award amount. The feed covers federal Grants.gov programs plus state grant portals, normalized into one place.
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