Grants for Researchers

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The NSF Computational and Data-Enabled Science and Engineering (CDS&E) meta-program funds research that uses new computational and data-analysis approaches to drive breakthroughs across science and engineering disciplines. Eligibility is unrestricted, so universities, research organizations, and other entity types may apply, though proposals must have a significant computational or data-science component beyond typical methods. No specific award amount or deadline is listed.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is an NIH notice of intent to publish a funding opportunity for ClinGen Genomic Curation Expert Panels, which develop and apply expert standards for interpreting genomic variants. It signals an upcoming opportunity for research institutions and groups with genomics curation expertise, not individuals or general nonprofits. No eligibility details, funding amounts, or deadline are available yet because the full announcement has not been published. Monitor for the formal funding opportunity to learn the requirements.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH opportunity supports interdisciplinary research into the biology of resilience to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published; NIH research grants of this type typically go to universities, academic medical centers, and research institutions rather than individuals. Check the formal announcement for applicant requirements and funding levels.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Administration for Community Living opportunity, Projects of National Significance: Empowering Individuals, which generally supports projects that benefit people with developmental disabilities. Detailed eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines are not yet published. Applicants should review the full announcement, as these projects typically fund nonprofits, universities, and other organizations working in the disability field.

U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe program (CRUX) supporting research and university exchanges in One Health and agricultural STEM. It likely targets universities and research or exchange organizations, often with a geographic focus tied to Zimbabwe. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published.

Food 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.

Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command · Amount varies

This is a Request for Information from the U.S. Army Materiel Command on university partnership models—an information-gathering notice, not a funding opportunity. Responding does not result in an award; the Army uses RFI responses for planning. Eligibility, funding, and deadlines do not apply because no money is being offered, though universities and research institutions are the likely intended respondents.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) FDA cooperative agreement (U01, clinical trial required) to support a human abuse potential study of botanical kratom. It is aimed at research institutions able to conduct a clinical trial, not individuals. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted FDA cooperative agreement (U01) to expand public education on the risks of skin-lightening products; clinical trials are not allowed. Awards of this kind generally go to nonprofits, universities, and public-health organizations with relevant outreach capacity rather than to individuals or general businesses. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted, so review the official notice before applying.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted FDA Office of Minority Health and Health Equity cooperative agreement (U01) to expand education on the risks of skin-lightening products; clinical trials are not allowed. It is not yet open, and eligibility, budget, and deadline have not been posted. FDA U01 education awards typically go to nonprofits, universities, and public-health organizations, so check the full notice for specific eligibility before applying.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) FDA cooperative agreement (U18) to support a Center for Research on Complex Generics, with clinical trials optional. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet published; based on the title it targets research organizations working on generic drug development. Review the official FDA/NIH listing for full terms once it is posted.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH R25 program supports bioengineering research education and training (BRITE); clinical trials are not allowed. Formal eligibility, funding, and deadlines are not yet posted, but R25 education awards are generally made to universities and research institutions rather than to individuals or businesses. Confirm applicant eligibility and amounts when the full announcement is released.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted FDA cooperative agreement (U01, clinical trials optional) for a REACHing Communities (REACH) Consortium. It is likely aimed at research institutions and organizations working on community health research; full eligibility, funding levels, and deadlines have not yet been posted. Interested applicants should monitor the FDA for the formal opportunity.

Bureau of Land Management · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) Joint Fire Science Program opportunity run jointly by USDA and the U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management) to fund wildland fire science research. It typically suits researchers and institutions working on fire management and ecology. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet, so applicants should monitor for the full solicitation.

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health · Amount varies

This HHS Office of Research Integrity opportunity funds Research on Research Integrity (RRI), studying the factors that promote integrity and prevent misconduct in research. It is aimed at research institutions, universities, and scholars who study research practices, not individuals or general nonprofits. Specific eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted because this is a forecasted opportunity. Confirm scope and eligibility when the full announcement is published.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH opportunity (part of the HEAL Initiative) is a UG3/UH3 cooperative agreement to plan and run clinical trials within a Pain Management Effectiveness Research Network, and a clinical trial is required. Formal eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been posted yet, but NIH research awards of this type are typically limited to research institutions and academic medical centers, not individuals or small businesses. Confirm details when the full announcement is released.

U.S. National Science Foundation · $1M–$1.5M

This NSF initiative funds research networks to advance K-12 mathematics education by combining the science of learning, education practice, and data science. It is open to U.S. institutions of higher education, U.S. non-profit non-academic research organizations, and federally recognized tribal nations; for-profit businesses and individuals cannot apply directly. Phase I awards range from about $1,000,000 to $1,500,000, and Phase II is open only to Phase I awardees.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH Blueprint and BRAIN Initiative ACTION Potential program (F99/K00 mechanism) supports the transition of advanced graduate students into neuroscience postdoctoral research careers. It is aimed at individual student candidates at eligible research institutions, so career-stage and institutional sponsorship requirements apply, and clinical trials are not allowed. Specific eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted because this is a forecasted opportunity. Candidates should review the full announcement for detailed eligibility.

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.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a limited-competition NIH opportunity (U01 mechanism) supporting the International epidemiology Databases to Evaluate AIDS (IeDEA), which builds regional databases of HIV/AIDS outcomes. Because it is a limited competition, only specifically invited or pre-qualified institutions may apply, so most applicants will not be eligible. Clinical trials are not allowed. Funding amounts and deadline are not yet posted because this is a forecasted opportunity; confirm whether your institution is eligible before applying.