Federal Science Budget Analysis
AAAS is a leading source for data and timely analysis of trends in U.S. federal research and development (R&D) funding. Since 1976, we have served as a go-to resource for those seeking to understand long-term changes and recent policy developments affecting federal science budgets. Each year we analyze the U.S. president's budget request, monitor Congressional debates and bills, and keep an eye on longer-term R&D budget trends in the United States and in other countries to provide timely and objective information and perspectives for policymakers and the science and engineering community.
09 Jun
U.S. R&D and Innovation in a Global Context: the 2026 Data Update
10 Apr
FY 2027 R&D Appropriations: the President's Budget Request
30 Apr
Global R&D Funding, Publishing, and Patenting Dashboard
2026 AAAS Annual Meeting Archive
03 Apr
FY 2027 R&D Appropriations Dashboard
03 Feb
FY 2026 R&D Appropriations: Final R&D Report
23 Sep
Research on R&D Funding: Impacts of Federal Shutdowns
08 Sep
Research on R&D Funding: The Different Functions of Public and Private R&D
05 Aug
FY 2026 R&D Appropriations: Senate R&D Report
22 Jul