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DEADLINE: AEA Seed Program
9 February @ 6:00 am - 7:30 am AWST
AEA Seed is a pilot program running ahead of the full implementation of the AEA and is supporting proof-of-concept projects (Technology Readiness Level 3 to 5).
Grants between $50,000 and $500,000 are available to confirm proof‑of‑concept on research ideas pursuing a commercial and translational outcome.
The grants are targeted to the experimental end of the research and development spectrum and aim to foster investment and collaboration between industry and university researchers.
AEA Seed is an opportunity to test and refine program assumptions and demonstrate the capacity of the program to deliver on its intended outcomes prior to the full implementation of AEA.
Tranche One and Tranche 2 (now closed) of the AEA Seed Grants called for proposals that addressed the priorities of:
- renewables and low emissions technologies,
- medical science,
- value-add in resources, and
- value-add in agriculture, forestry and fisheries sectors.
See the full list of successful projects on the Department of Education’s website.
AEA Seed Tranche 3
AEA Seed Tranche 3 is open from 9am AEDT on Friday 15 December 2023 to 5pm AEDT on Friday 9 February 2024.
A total of $12 million has been committed to support projects for research commercialisation activity in the following 3 priority areas identified in the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation, with a special emphasis on projects that focus on advanced and additive manufacturing technologies in;
- transport,
- defence capability, and
- enabling capabilities.
Projects outside of these priorities may be considered if funding allocations are not fully utilised.
Applicants should note that updates have been made to grant documentation and requirements for AEA Seed Tranche 3. These updates have been incorporated from stakeholder feedback and lessons from previous tranches to maximise the effectiveness of the pilot program.
To begin the application process, download the AEA Program Guidelines – Seed Tranche 3 and then apply via the Research Management System