The WIPO Global Awards 2025 competition opened today with a call for applications from startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and university spinouts that use intellectual property (IP) to drive economic growth and improve societies. Launched in 2022, the Global Awards celebrates enterprises using IP not only for business success, but also as a catalyst for economic and social impact. […]
The Curtinnovation Awards celebrate bold thinkers at Curtin University who are creating real-world impact. Whether you’re a researcher, student, or entrepreneur, if you’ve developed an idea that could shape industries, improve lives, or solve critical challenges, we want to hear from you. All ideas are welcome. Previous winners of the Curtinnovation Awards include an electrolyser process to […]
Western Australia Vegetation Extent (WAVE) initiativeThis online data competition is part of the Western Australia Vegetation Extent (WAVE) initiative, which seeks to develop an AI-powered, semi-automated system to track and map WA’s native vegetation. The goal? To improve environmental decision-making, land-use planning, and conservation efforts with statewide, regularly updated vegetation data. Wjhy join? Global participation – […]
DSTG is recruiting Australia's brightest STEM graduates! The Defence Graduate Program: Research and Innovation (R&I) pathway is the key pathway to kickstart your career as a recent graduate working with Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG). DSTG is the Australian Government's lead agency dedicated to providing science and technology support to deliver scientific advice and solutions for […]
The Australian Museum Eureka Prizes are the country’s most comprehensive national science awards, honouring excellence across the areas of research & innovation, leadership, science engagement, and school science. Presented annually in partnership with some of the nation's leading scientific institutions, government organisations, universities and corporations, the Eureka Prizes raise the profile of science and science […]
Nominations are now open for the 34th INCITE Awards, celebrating Western Australian technology and innovation excellence. Organised by WAITTA, this year's program introduces new and revised categories to better reflect the changing face of the technology sector, and is the start of a celebratory campaign in the lead up to the program's milestone 35th awards. […]
The Awards for Excellence in Innovation showcase and recognise the inspiring work and impact of industry-research collaboration in the Australian innovation ecosystem and the translation of research into commercial, economic, social and environmental outcomes that drive future prosperity for Australia. The Awards will be presented at the Gala Dinner on Tuesday 20 May 2025 as […]
Across Western Australia, individuals and organisations are driving positive change for our communities, environment, and economy. This June, the WASEC Social Enterprise Awards 2025 will celebrate the social entrepreneurs delivering goods and services that empower regional communities, break down employment barriers, and tackle some of society’s biggest challenges – from domestic violence and homelessness to childhood poverty. […]