National Research Foundation
Discover open grants and funding opportunities from the National Research Foundation, a national funder of research and research capacity. Atom lists its research grants and fellowships across disciplines, with deadlines, eligibility, and award amounts in one view.
Visit websiteOpen grants
22
Funding up to
$60M
Closing soon
2 in 30 days
About National Research Foundation
The National Research Foundation is a national agency that funds research and supports the development of research capacity across disciplines. It works to advance knowledge, strengthen the research workforce, and support the institutions and infrastructure that underpin a strong research system.
The foundation funds investigators, students, and institutions through research grants, fellowships, scholarships, and support for research infrastructure, spanning the natural sciences, engineering, the social sciences, and the humanities. Its programs support both investigator-driven research and national strategic priorities.
Funding is awarded through competitive review, with eligibility defined per program. Researchers and students can find current National Research Foundation opportunities and deadlines on Atom.
Open grants
22 grantsSASUF-NRF Seed Grants for intra-Africa collaborative research projects
SASUF-NRF Seed Grants for intra-Africa collaborative research projects support university researchers in Sweden and Africa to develop joint research and networks for lasting cooperation on shared societal challenges.
DSTI-NRF Honours Scholarships 2027
DSTI-NRF Honours Scholarships 2027 support honours students across sciences, engineering, technology, social sciences and humanities to develop South Africa’s next generation of researchers and academics.
Royal Society Funding Opportunities
Royal Society Funding Opportunities supports scientists and research leaders through fellowships and exchanges to build independent careers, develop research teams and establish international collaborations.
19 more grants from National Research Foundation
Sign in to see the full list of open opportunities, check your eligibility, and track deadlines.