NSF Core Research in Biological Sciences
Lead · NSF · 2026-10-15
This program supports basic research across all areas of biological sciences, including cellular biology, genetics, molecular biology, ecology, and related fields. Eligible applicants include public and private universities, colleges, nonprofit research institutions, and other organizations that conduct research. The program anticipates $280,000,000 in funding with 250 to 300 awards expected. Proposals are accepted anytime.
Universities and research nonprofits seeking funding for basic biological research should apply, especially those with strong research capacity and institutional support.
- Deadline: Proposals accepted anytime
- Amount: $280,000,000 total funding anticipated
- Eligible: Universities, research institutions, nonprofits
NSF Mathematical Sciences Research Programs
NSF · 2026-10-15
This program supports research across all mathematical sciences disciplines including pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, and computational mathematics. Eligible institutions include academic research organizations and nonprofit research centers. The program anticipates $200,000,000 in total funding with approximately 400 awards expected. Proposals are accepted anytime throughout the year.
Mathematics and statistics researchers at universities and research organizations with active research programs should pursue this opportunity.
- Deadline: Proposals accepted anytime
- Amount: $200,000,000 total funding anticipated
- Eligible: Universities and research institutions
NSF Physics Research Programs
NSF · 2026-10-15
This program supports research in all areas of physics including condensed matter, particle physics, nuclear physics, atomic and molecular physics, and astrophysics. Eligible applicants include universities, colleges, and nonprofit research organizations. The program anticipates $180,000,000 in funding with approximately 300 awards. Proposals are accepted anytime.
Physics researchers and faculty at universities and research institutions should apply for support of fundamental physics research.
- Deadline: Proposals accepted anytime
- Amount: $180,000,000 total funding anticipated
- Eligible: Universities, colleges, research organizations
NSF Chemistry Research Programs
NSF · 2026-10-15
This program supports fundamental research in all areas of chemistry including organic, inorganic, analytical, physical, and biochemistry. Eligible applicants include academic institutions and nonprofit research organizations. The program anticipates $150,000,000 in funding with approximately 300 awards expected. The deadline for this round is September 1, 2026.
Chemistry researchers at universities and established research institutions should submit proposals for fundamental chemical research.
- Deadline: September 1, 2026
- Amount: $150,000,000 total funding anticipated
- Eligible: Universities and research institutions
NSF Unlocking Dataset Value for AI-Enabled Scientific Discovery
NSF · 2026-10-15
This program funds the development and optimization of datasets that enable AI-driven scientific discovery across all NSF-supported domains. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, nonprofits, and other organizations conducting research. The anticipated funding range is $60,000,000 to $100,000,000. The deadline is November 4, 2026.
Research institutions and nonprofits working at the intersection of data science and AI should apply if they have datasets or data infrastructure projects.
- Deadline: November 4, 2026
- Amount: $60,000,000 to $100,000,000
- Eligible: Universities, institutions, nonprofits, research organizations
NIJ School Safety Research and Evaluation
Grants.gov · 2026-10-09
This program supports rigorous research and evaluation of school safety initiatives, practices, and strategies. Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, special district governments, and Native American tribal governments. Up to $5,000,000 is available with 6 awards expected. The deadline is November 23, 2026.
Universities, research centers, and tribal organizations with expertise in education, public safety, or criminology should apply.
- Deadline: November 23, 2026
- Amount: Up to $5,000,000 total
- Eligible: Universities, tribal governments, special districts
NOAA NESDIS Broad Agency Announcement
Grants.gov · 2026-10-13
This program funds research and development related to NOAA satellite systems, Earth observation, and environmental monitoring. Eligible applicants include government agencies, private institutions of higher education, tribal governments, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations. The deadline is September 30, 2028.
Researchers and organizations working in Earth observation, environmental monitoring, satellite technology, or climate science should apply.
- Deadline: September 30, 2028
- Amount: Not stated
- Eligible: Universities, governments, tribes, nonprofits, for-profits
California Employment and Training Pathways Program
California Grants Portal · 2026-10-09
This program supports employment and training services and pathways for workers in California. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments in California. Awards range from $500,000 to $2,000,000 with a total of $17,000,000 available. The deadline is November 9, 2026.
California nonprofits and public agencies focused on workforce development, job training, and employment services should apply.
- Deadline: November 9, 2026
- Amount: $500,000 to $2,000,000 per award
- Eligible: California nonprofits, public agencies, tribal governments
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