“CITI Program Funding Finds” is our monthly blog series which highlights opportunities relevant to research grants, funding, programs open to new applicants, and more. Follow us on LinkedIn for upcoming editions and more information from CITI Program.
CITI Program does not offer funding and is in no way affiliated with these opportunities. These are all publicly available opportunities.
National Quantum and Nanotechnology Infrastructure (NQNI)
Source: U.S. National Science Foundation Supports a nationwide, open-access network of quantum and nanotechnology facilities that provide advanced tools and training to accelerate future quantum technologies, semiconductors, AI, manufacturing, biotechnology and other areas of national priority.
Deadline: May 14, 2026
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2026 Community Catalyst Program
Source: The AI Education Project Funds school districts, educational service agencies, and nonprofits working to build real AI literacy in the communities that need it most.
Deadline: May 21, 2026
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Mentored Research Scientist Development Award
Source: Grants.gov Provides support and protected time (three to five years) for an intensive, supervised career development experience in the biomedical, behavioral, or clinical sciences leading to research independence.
Deadline: May 24, 2026
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Independent Scientist Award
Source: Grants.gov Fosters the development of outstanding scientists and enables them to expand their potential to make significant contributions to their field of research.
Deadline: May 24, 2026
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Mentored Clinical Scientist Research Career Development Award
Source: National Institutes of Health Prepares qualified individuals for careers that have a significant impact on the health-related research needs of the Nation.
Deadline: June 12, 2026
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NIH Pathway to Independence Award
Source: National Institutes of Health Facilitates a timely transition of outstanding postdoctoral researchers with a research and/or clinical doctorate degree from mentored, postdoctoral research positions to independent, tenure-track or equivalent faculty positions.
Deadline: June 12, 2026
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TechAccess: AI-Ready America
Source: U.S. National Science Foundation Supports a coordinated national network of state and territorial hubs, partnerships and pilot initiatives that expand AI literacy, workforce skills and real-world adoption — helping communities, businesses and governments effectively use and benefit from AI.
Deadline: June 16, 2026
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