Grants for Schools & Universities

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH limited-competition opportunity to support the NHGRI Analysis, Visualization, and Informatics Lab-space (AnVIL), a genomic data platform, offered as a U54 cooperative agreement with clinical trials not allowed. "Limited competition" means only specific, pre-identified institutions may apply, so it is not open to the general public. Eligibility details, award amounts, and deadlines have not been published. The typical applicant should assume they are not eligible given the limited-competition structure.

U.S. Mission to Albania · Amount varies

This is a forecasted grant from the U.S. Mission to Albania (CyberNext) to advance cybersecurity and AI readiness, likely supporting projects within Albania. It is typically aimed at organizations such as nonprofits, NGOs, and educational institutions working in cybersecurity and technology capacity-building, with a strong geographic focus. Specific eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet published.

Food 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.

National 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.

National 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.

National 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.

National 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.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH cooperative agreement (U24) would support genomic community resources, such as shared databases or data infrastructure for the research community; clinical trials are not allowed under this opportunity. Awards of this kind typically go to universities and research institutions with established genomics capacity rather than to individuals or small businesses. Eligibility details, funding amounts, and the deadline have not yet been published.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The National Science Foundation's Cellular and Biochemical Engineering program funds fundamental engineering research on cellular and biomolecular processes, including metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, protein and enzyme engineering, and biomanufacturing. Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, but in practice NSF proposals are submitted by universities and research institutions, with proposers expected to address potential biomanufacturing impact. Proposals focused on tissue engineering, organ culture, or disease models fall outside this program's scope. Award amount and deadline are not specified.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted NIH center grant (P41, clinical trials optional) to support National Centers for Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering. P41 center awards typically go to universities and research institutions with substantial technology-development infrastructure. Specific eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been posted, so applicants should watch for the official NIH announcement.

U.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.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted NIH opportunity to fund Clinical Centers for the NIDDK Disorders of Gastrointestinal Interoception Consortium. NIH cooperative-agreement clinical-center awards generally go to universities, academic medical centers, and research hospitals with qualified investigators, not to individuals or general businesses. Eligibility, funding levels, and deadlines are not yet posted, so review the official notice when it is released.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This forecasted Administration for Community Living grant funds a national training initiative for the University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) network. Eligibility for UCEDD-related awards is typically limited to designated University Centers and closely affiliated organizations, making it narrow. Specific eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines are not yet published, so confirm details in the official notice.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This forecasted Administration for Community Living grant supports technical assistance, resource development, and program coordination to strengthen aging services for minority populations. Awards of this type generally go to nonprofits, universities, and similar organizations with relevant national capacity rather than to individuals or general businesses. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet published, so confirm details in the official notice.

FAA-COE-JAMS · $0–$20M

This FAA Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials (JAMS) opportunity is restricted to member universities of the Center of Excellence, so most applicants will not be eligible. It funds research on composites and advanced materials for aircraft safety and certification, with awards potentially up to about $20 million across the program. The program is built around academic-industry-government cost-sharing partnerships, so expect a matching/cost-share expectation.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted NIH cooperative agreement (UG3/UH3, clinical trial optional) under PRIMED-AI to support translating AI/predictive models into clinical use. Awards of this type typically go to universities, academic medical centers, and research institutions with qualified investigators, not to individuals or general businesses. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted, so consult the official notice before planning an application.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted NIH HEAL Initiative grant (IMPOWR BEACON Center) supporting integrated management of chronic pain and opioid use disorder for whole-person recovery. NIH center awards of this type generally go to universities, academic medical centers, and research institutions with qualified investigators, not to individuals or general businesses. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted, so review the official notice when released.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH research project grant (U01) on ancient DNA for Modern Genomics, with clinical trials not allowed. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been released yet; based on the title it is aimed at research institutions conducting genomics research. Check the official NIH listing for full details when it is posted.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

This NSF program supports atmospheric and geospace science education through Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) sites and AGS Postdoctoral Fellowships, primarily aimed at universities and research laboratories. Note that proposals to the AGS Education program are accepted by invitation only and you must contact the program director before submitting. No award amount or deadline is specified here.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH opportunity, Comprehensive Partnerships to Advance Cancer Health (CPACH), using the U54 center-grant mechanism with clinical trials optional. The U54 mechanism is generally aimed at partnerships between research-intensive and minority-serving institutions, so eligibility is typically narrow and institution-based; specific eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published. U54 center awards are usually large. Review the official notice when it posts.