Grants for Researchers
1,018 open opportunities. Open federal research funding for universities, research institutions, and individual investigators — with plain-English eligibility, deadlines, and award sizes.
NIH Brain Development Cohorts (NBDC) and Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) Study Biospecimen Access
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted NIH opportunity providing access to biospecimens from the NIH Brain Development Cohorts (NBDC) and the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) Study for researchers. It is intended for qualified scientific investigators at research institutions, not individuals or general nonprofits. Eligibility specifics, any funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet published.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityDivision of Environmental Biology
No deadline listedU.S. National Science Foundation · $5K–$5M
NSF's Division of Environmental Biology funds ecological and evolutionary research from populations to ecosystems, with award amounts ranging widely from about $5,000 up to $5,000,000. Eligibility is restricted to U.S. nonprofit research organizations and accredited institutions of higher education, so general nonprofits, small businesses, and individuals do not qualify.
Schools & universitiesResearchersLarge awardNarrow eligibilityThe NIA Genetics of Alzheimer's Disease Data Storage Site (NIAGADS)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted NIH funding opportunity to operate the NIA Genetics of Alzheimer's Disease Data Storage Site (NIAGADS), a data infrastructure/coordination role for Alzheimer's genetics research. It targets established research institutions with the capacity to run a national data repository, not individuals or general nonprofits. Specific eligibility, award size, and deadline have not yet been posted.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityInstitutional Development Award (IDeA) for Clinical & Translational Research (CTR)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted NIH Institutional Development Award (IDeA) for Clinical and Translational Research, intended to build clinical and translational research capacity in IDeA-eligible states with historically lower NIH funding. It targets research institutions in those eligible jurisdictions, a notable geographic restriction, rather than individuals or general nonprofits. Eligibility specifics, award amounts, and deadlines are not yet published.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityForecast to Renew the Funding Opportunity Announcement for Multiple Chronic Disease Research Centers Coordinating Center (U24 Clinical Trial Not Required)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecast notice for NIH to renew a coordinating center opportunity for Multiple Chronic Disease Research Centers, aimed at research institutions; the actual funding announcement, eligibility details, and amounts have not yet been published. Applicants should monitor NIH for the full announcement before planning a submission.
ResearchersNarrow eligibilitySingle source: Childhood Cancer Survivor Study (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted single-source NIH award (U24, clinical trial not allowed) to continue the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study. Because it is single-source, it is intended for a specific pre-identified institution that runs this long-standing study rather than being open to general competition. Eligibility details, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet published.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityPRIMED-AI: Academic-Industrial Partnerships (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Optional)
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH opportunity (PRIMED-AI, UG3/UH3 mechanism) supporting academic-industrial partnerships, likely applying AI to biomedical research. It is intended for research institutions partnering with industry, so applicants typically need both an academic research team and an industry collaborator. Specific eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published; check the full announcement when released before applying.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesSmall businessNarrow eligibilityBiomedical Engineering, Imaging, and Technology Acceleration (BEITA) at Historically Black Colleges and Universities
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH opportunity to support biomedical engineering, imaging, and technology research specifically at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Eligibility is therefore narrow, restricted to HBCU institutions and their investigators. Funding amounts and deadlines have not been published; monitor for the full announcement before applying.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityLimited Competition: Chronic Kidney Diseases of UnceRtain Etiology (CKDu) in Agricultural Communities (CURE) Research Consortium- Field Epidemiology Sites
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH limited-competition opportunity to fund field epidemiology sites within the CURE Research Consortium studying chronic kidney disease of uncertain etiology in agricultural communities. Because it is a limited competition, eligibility is restricted to specific invited or pre-identified institutions rather than open to all applicants. Funding amounts and deadlines have not been published; monitor the full announcement for details.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityDental Primary Care Practice-Based Research Network: Clinical Trial or Observational Study Planning and Implementation Cooperative Agreement
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH cooperative agreement to plan and implement a dental primary care practice-based research network running a clinical trial or observational study. It is intended for research institutions and dental research investigators, not general nonprofits or small businesses. Eligibility specifics, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet, so monitor for the full announcement before preparing an application.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityGlobal Brain and Nervous System Disorders Research Across the Lifespan - Exploratory Grants
ForecastedNo deadline listedNational Institutes of Health · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH exploratory grant program supporting research on global brain and nervous system disorders across the lifespan, often involving low- and middle-income country settings. It is aimed at research institutions and investigators, frequently in international collaborations, rather than general nonprofits or businesses. Specific eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published; watch for the full announcement before applying.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilityClinical Trials Addressing Unmet Needs of Rare Neurodegenerative Diseases (R01) Clinical Trials Required
ForecastedNo deadline listedFood and Drug Administration · Amount varies
This is a forecasted (not yet open) FDA R01 research grant to support clinical trials addressing unmet needs in rare neurodegenerative diseases; conducting a clinical trial is required under this opportunity. It is intended for research institutions and investigators able to run clinical trials, not general nonprofits or businesses. Eligibility details, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet; watch for the full announcement before applying.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibilitySingle 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 eligibility
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What grants can researchers apply for?
UseGrants currently lists 1,018 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.
How do I know which grants I qualify for?
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