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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: WA Near-miss Awards: Ideas Grants 2023-24
DESCRIPTION:The WA Near-miss Awards is a Program of the Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund. \nThe WANMA Ideas Grants program targets researchers who narrowly missed out on securing a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) grant\, which is considered a critical career milestone for researchers. \nThe Program aims to provide funding to eligible early- and mid-career researchers to enhance areas of their NHMRC Ideas Grants 2023 applications that have been identified through the NHMRC peer review process as being improvable. \nThe WANMA Ideas Grants program is open to Western Australian health and medical researchers who missed out or received a near-miss result in the 2023 NHMRC Ideas Grants funding round\, with a minimum score of 4.5 (equivalent to a category 5 score). The applicant must be eligible to\, and agree to resubmitting their near-miss application to a future NHMRC grant round. \nSuccessful researchers will be awarded funding of $100\,000 (ex GST) to undertake health and medical research for a period of 12 months. \nProgram Status: Open for Applications \nApplication Form due:1.00pm (AWST)\, Thursday 4 April 2024
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-wa-near-miss-awards-ideas-grants-2023-24/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T070000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020933Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: FHRI Fund Enabling Scheme
DESCRIPTION:The Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund Enabling Scheme aims to increase the scale and excellence of health and medical research and innovation in WA by supporting accessible local infrastructure. \nThe FHRI Fund Enabling Scheme will provide support for capital costs associated with undertaking health and medical research and/or innovation in Western Australia. \nUp to 50 per cent co-funding will be made available for upgrades to laboratory\, research and/or innovation facilities in order to provide greater sector access\, or better support national or international partnerships. \nThis scheme also allows funding applications for major equipment upgrades or replacement that will increase a facility’s industry offering. \nThe Enabling Scheme is open to organisations that undertake health and medical research and/or innovation that have a presence in Western Australia. Funding will be awarded through a competitive and merit-based process. \nProgram Status: Open for Applications \nApplications Close: 1.00pm (AWST)\, 4 April 2024
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-fhri-fund-enabling-scheme/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240404T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020904Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Commercialisation Bridge Grants Application
DESCRIPTION:The Commercialisation Bridge Grant is a competitive government grant designed to assist Western Australian innovators bridge the gap between commercialised innovation and a sustainable business.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Commercialisation Bridge Grant (CBG) is a competitive Western Australian government grant\, funded through the $25.8 million New Industries Fund. \nLaunching for the first time in 2023-24\, the CBG has been designed to assist WA innovators in bridging the gap – the so-called ‘Valley of Death’ – between a commercialised innovation and a sustainable\, scalable business\, creating more jobs and economic diversification for Western Australia. \nWhile the CBG program is open all year round\, there are various ‘cut-off dates’ when the latest submissions will be downloaded\, and then assessed. \nSubmitted applications cannot be changed after this date. If your application is not ready for assessment\, simply continue working on it\, without pressing ‘submit’. \nCut-off dates:\nAlthough the CBG program is open all year round\, there are various ‘cut-off dates’ when the latest submissions will be downloaded\, and then assessed. \nSubmitted applications cannot be changed after this date. If your application is not ready for assessment\, simply continue working on it\, without pressing ‘submit’. \nThe upcoming ‘cut-off date’ for the 2023/24 financial year submissions is: \n\n11am (AWST)\, Thursday\, 4 April 2024\n\nFurther ‘cut-off dates’ will be announced for the 2024/25 financial year.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-commercialisation-bridge-grants-application/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240405T063000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240405T073000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020933Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: CHI Start-up Enterprise Link (CHISEL) Healthcare InnoMatch 2024
DESCRIPTION:CHI Start-up Enterprise Link (CHISEL) Healthcare InnoMatch 2024 is calling for innovative market-ready or near market-ready solutions to address critical and emerging healthcare needs! \nMissed our earlier Info Sessions? \nYou can now view the recording on our Youtube Channel and access the materials shared to find out more about the CHISEL programme and the participation details of Healthcare InnoMatch 2024. \nFor enquiries\, email us at CHISEL@chi.sg \n  \nSingapore is at the forefront of preparing for a super-aged society\, anticipating that by 2023\, 1 in 4 citizens will be aged 65 and above. The Age Well SG initiative\, a comprehensive national program\, underscores the commitment to support seniors in aging actively and independently within their homes and communities. However\, the challenge lies in addressing the evolving and diverse care needs of the elderly\, fostering holistic well-being\, and enhancing the effectiveness of existing effort
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-chi-start-up-enterprise-link-chisel-healthcare-innomatch-2024/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240408T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240408T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020914Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Enterprises Round 2
DESCRIPTION:Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Enterprises Round 2\n\nThe grant opportunity provides eligible small and medium businesses up to $25\,000 to purchase energy efficient equipment to reduce and manage energy usage and costs. \n\n\nWhat do you get?\nA grant of up to $25\,000\, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure. There is a total of $41.241 million available for this grant opportunity. \nGrant funding will be distributed between states and territories based on the distribution of small and medium sized businesses nationally. Refer to Appendix A in the grant opportunity guidelines for a breakdown of funding in each jurisdiction. \nWe expect that there may be a high level of interest for this grant opportunity\, and it may be oversubscribed. This is a demand driven grant opportunity. Grants will be awarded to eligible applicants on a first come\, first served basis until the funding is exhausted in each jurisdiction. \nWho is this for?\nThis grant opportunity is for small and medium sized businesses with an employee headcount of 1 to 199 employees. \n\n\n\n\nOverview\n\nThe Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises Round 2 will support businesses to upgrade or replace inefficient equipment to improve their energy efficiency. These upgrades will enable industries to reduce their energy use\, manage energy cost volatility in the long term and contribute to Australia’s target of a 43% reduction on 2005 emission levels by 2030. \nThe objectives of the program are: \n\nimprove energy efficiency practices and increase the uptake of energy efficient technologies\nassist small and medium businesses to manage their energy usage and costs\nreduce greenhouse gas emissions.\n\nThe intended outcomes of the program are: \n\nincrease awareness of energy efficiency opportunities and help businesses to save energy\nreduced power bills for small and medium businesses\nemissions abatement to contribute to Australia reducing its emissions to 43% below 2005 levels by 2030.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-energy-efficiency-grants-for-small-and-medium-enterprises-round-2/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240411T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020951Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Local Capability Fund – Peel Regional Round
DESCRIPTION:The Peel Regional Round provides funding support to Western Australian small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Peel region to enhance their business capability and capacity to supply to export markets\, major Western Australian State or local government agencies\, the Australian Government and the private business sector. \nThe level of funding support under the Peel Regional Round of the LCF is 50% of eligible costs (excluding GST)\, up to a maximum of $20\,000 per successful applicant.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-local-capability-fund-peel-regional-round/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240418T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T055820Z
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SUMMARY:Ways To Fund Your Startup
DESCRIPTION:Learn different methods for raising capital for your business!\nWays To Fund Your Startup \nFor many businesses\, success is dependent on raising the capital necessary to fund the business to a point of profitability and that capital can come from a variety of sources. In this workshop\, we will discuss several different methods for raising capital for your business\, including bank loans\, government grants\, accelerator programs\, angel investors\, and venture capital. \nLearn from established investors\, startup founders and government officials about the different stages of financing\, the many types of investors\, and different avenues of funding. Hear what they are looking for\, and what you need to do to turn your startup idea into a startup success! \nThis workshop is designed specifically for women and multicultural communities and students\, but everyone is welcome to attend. Expand your knowledge\, gain practical tips\, and connect with like-minded professionals in a supportive environment. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n12-1pm: Funding workshop\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker\nLucy Lin is the Entrepreneur in Residence for the Women & Multicultural Program at Western Sydney University\, Launch Pad. She is passionate about inclusive innovation and empowering more diverse founders with knowledge and skills to enter their entrepreneurial journey. A strategic marketing expert\, Lucy has spent the past 20 years driving change and scaling growth for startups\, universities\, and corporations. A global citizen and female founder\, she has lived and worked in 5 countries (Australia\, Japan\, Canada\, Taiwan & the UK) and champions diversity and inclusion in everything she does.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/ways-to-fund-your-startup/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240419T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240419T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020933Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: MedChem Australia Project Applications
DESCRIPTION:MedChem Australia Announces its First Call for Project Applications\n\nMedChem Australia is thrilled to announce its inaugural call for Round 1 project applications is now open. With a commitment to breaking down medicinal chemistry & DMPK capability barriers and fostering partnerships that promise to drive breakthroughs in drug discovery\, MedChem Australia invites applications from researchers across Australia. This call for applications aligns with MedChem Australia’s goal to facilitate the translation of cutting-edge research into tangible advancements in drug discovery. \nKey Details: \nApplication Period: First call for projects applications is officially open. \nEligibility: Applications are welcome from researchers from Australian Universities\, Medical Research Institutes (MRIs) and small companies. \nDeadline: Applications are due by 5 pm on Friday\, 19th April 2024.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-medchem-australia-project-applications/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240419T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240419T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T021002Z
CREATED:20240408T065232Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Entrepreneurial Foundations For Defence
DESCRIPTION:Build the foundations for successful commercialisation\nEntrepreneurial Foundations for Defence (EFD) is the second phase in the Defence Trailblazer DINAMIC Program. \nDesigned to support researchers\, innovators and emerging companies with products\, services or technology that can provide a capability benefit to our Defence sector\, EFD will help you understand what is required for success in the defence market. \nDelivered through a mixture of online and in-person sessions\, participants gain essential insights to build defence\, technology and commercial readiness\, along with access to expert mentors and technical specialists. \nThe program concludes with an opportunity for participants to showcase their innovation(s)\, in person\, to relevant people within the defence market and the venture capital investment community. There will also be a $10\,000 grant for each participant in the program to support travel to in-person sessions\, and some early-stage business expenses.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-entrepreneurial-foundations-for-defence/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240422T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240422T080000
DTSTAMP:20260409T021002Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: National Science Week 2024 Grants
DESCRIPTION:National Science Week is Australia’s largest celebration of science\, technology\, engineering and math (STEM). This year it will take place from Saturday 10 August – Sunday 18 August 2024. \n\nSmall Grants of up to $4\,000 and Mit-tier Grants of up to $10\,000 to support new activities and projects which can engage the community with STEM. \n\n\nBoth grants are open to regional and metropolitan applicants. It is highly desirable that funded activities and projects work with\, promote\, or engage historically under-represented groups in STEM. Further grant criteria are outlined in the respective Grant Guidelines. \n\n\nIf you are looking for support in developing an activity or project\, get in touch with one of our WACC committee members who are available to support you. \n\nKey Dates\n\n\nApplications open – Monday 18 March 2024\, 9am (AWST) \n\n\nApplicant Information session – Wednesday 27 March\, 5.30pm – 6.30pm \n\n\nApplications close – Monday 22 April 2024\, 5pm (AWST) \n\nMid-tier Grants\n\nMid-tier grants of up to $10\,000 (or up to $15\,000 for exceptional events) are available to support major projects taking place across WA for National Science Week. Projects must demonstrate that they can connect the community with STEM. \n\n\n\nSmall Grants\n\n\nSmall Grants are available to support all other activities during National Science Week which are not major projects. To be eligible\, activities must take place anytime in August 2024. It is still preferred that grant recipients deliver their activity as close to National Science Week as practical.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-national-science-week-2024-grants/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240426T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240426T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020951Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Small Business Cyber Resilience Service Grant Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Funding to build cyber resilience and capability of small businesses.\nThe Small Business Cyber Resilience Service program will fund one service provider up to $8.1 million to set up a free\, tailored\, person‑to‑person support that will help small businesses improve their cyber resilience and support small businesses impacted by a cyber incident. \n\n\nWhat do you get? \nA total of $8.1 million over 3 years from 2024-25 to 2026-27 will be available for the program. The maximum grant amount is $8.1 million. We expect applications will be for the maximum grant available. \nWho is this for? \nAustralian companies and not-for-profit organisations including publicly funded research organisations and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations. \n\n\n\n\nOverview \n\nThe Small Business Cyber Resilience Service program (the program) was announced as part of the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy. Under Shield 1 of the Strategy\, Strong businesses and citizens\, the program will support small businesses to build their cyber security resilience and capability. \nSmall businesses face unique barriers to strengthen their cyber security as they have limited knowledge\, time\, staffing and resources to invest in cyber security. Small business owners need help navigating cyber security information and applying it to their business. \nThe Small Business Cyber Resilience Service will provide free\, tailored\, person-to-person cyber security support for small businesses\, including: \n\nworking one on one with a small business to develop a tailored plan to improve the small business’s cyber security\nrecommending specific actions\, tools and guidance best suited to the small business’s risk\, situation and capability\nproviding guidance on practical steps the small business can take to recover from an incident\nfacilitating referrals to additional support services where required.\n\nThe objectives of the program are: \n\nbuild the cyber resilience and capability of small businesses\nprovide support to small businesses impacted by a cyber incident.\n\nThe intended outcomes of the program are to improve the cyber security of small businesses and their ability to recover from a cyber incident.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-small-business-cyber-resilience-service-grant-opportunity/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240429T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240429T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T021002Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Innovative Solutions – Digital Health
DESCRIPTION:The Innovative Solutions – Digital Health program aims to build the capacity and capability of the WA innovation sector to leverage the potential of digital health technologies in improving health and/or wellbeing of the WA community. \nThe program is designed to promote the development of innovative solutions to address unmet health and medical needs or opportunities in WA through the application of digital health technologies. \nDepending on the Innovation Maturity Level (IML)\, funding amounts between $50\,000 and $500\,000 are available to successful applicants to finance a digital health innovation activity. \nProgram Status: Open for Applications \nApplications due: 1:00pm (AWST)\, Monday 29 April 2024
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-innovative-solutions-digital-health/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240430T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240430T070000
DTSTAMP:20260409T021023Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: QBE AcceliCITY Resillience Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Leading Cities’ QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge is a unique opportunity for startups working on smart city solutions to showcase their innovations and gain access to resources\, mentorship\, and support to help them grow and scale their businesses. You will have the chance to compete for city pilot opportunities worth $150\,000 and gain valuable feedback from industry experts and city leaders. \nRegistrations for the competition is now open and will close on April 30th\, 2024. Apply using the link below today. \nFor more info\, visit \nhttps://leadingcities.org/accelicity/8b4d6b3c-bd07-48ad-a35a-ffe5fe33a98e
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-qbe-accelicity-resillience-challenge/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240430T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240430T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T021013Z
CREATED:20240416T071125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T021013Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: R&D Tax Incentive Lodgement Applications
DESCRIPTION:The Research and Development Tax Incentive (R&D Tax Incentive or R&DTI) helps companies innovate and grow by offsetting some of the costs of eligible research and development (R&D). You can read more information here. \nFor R&D Tax Advice\, Assistance and Support\, contact Evolv3
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-rd-tax-incentive-lodgement-applications/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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