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    DEADLINE: Rio Tinto & Founders Factory Mining Tech Program

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    Founders Factory and Rio Tinto are partnering with early stage startups across the world to fund and accelerate technologies shaping the future of mining and expediting the path to a Net Zero future. Operating from both our hub in Perth and remote, the program offers founders access to Rio Tinto's industrial expertise and advanced mining… Continue reading DEADLINE: Rio Tinto & Founders Factory Mining Tech Program

    Synthetic Biology Australasia (SBA) Seminar

    The University of Western Australia 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, WA, Australia

    Topic: Artifical Cells & Prodrug development Discover how artificial cells and organelles interact with mammalian systems, explore the creation of entirely synthetic cells, and learn about innovative approaches using organic chemistry and synthetic biology tools. Whether your expertise lies in chemistry, biochemistry, or beyond, this seminar promises to inspire and ignite new ideas with its… Continue reading Synthetic Biology Australasia (SBA) Seminar

    FREE
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    DEADLINE: Job Opportunitiy – Business Development Manager – IP Commercialisation

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    $133,991 - $141,543 (G09) per annum, plus 17% superannuation Full time, 2 year fixed term opportunity Help innovators develop real world solutions to business problems! The Resources Technology and Critical Minerals (RTCM) Trailblazer was launched in 2022 and supports innovation and commercialisation projects in partnership with industry. Your role will be focused on technologies being… Continue reading DEADLINE: Job Opportunitiy – Business Development Manager – IP Commercialisation

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    DEADLINE: Volvo Environment Prize 2025

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Laureates represent all fields of environmental and sustainability studies and initiatives.  The Prize is awarded by an independent foundation. A Scientific Committee does the initial screening and evaluation of candidates. Internationally renowned scientists in the Prize Jury make the final selection of prize laureate.  The Prize is awarded annually and consists of a hand-crafted diploma, a glass sculpture and a… Continue reading DEADLINE: Volvo Environment Prize 2025

    Accelerated Mineral Carbonation Research Program Info Session

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    The AMC Research Program includes funding support for:  Breakthrough Projects (2 available up to $750,000 each, financial leverage greater than or equal to 4) For large-scale, high-risk, high-reward research initiatives Projects must involve at least one industry partner 3-year duration Innovation Projects (5 available up to $150,000 each, financial leverage greater than or equal to… Continue reading Accelerated Mineral Carbonation Research Program Info Session

    WADSIH x AI Advancements Evening AI Meetup

    Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia

    Learn how to use AI to efficiently manage, organise and automate your email at Evening AI Meetup in Perth's CBD. Event Link

    FREE
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    DEADLINE: EmpowerHER Investment Ready Program

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    EmpowerHER is tailored for women-led startups that have moved beyond the idea stage and are making progress toward investment readiness. Whether you're a solo founder with a clear vision, part of an established team with strong female leadership, or even if you're unsure whether you're at the right stage for this program, all female entrepreneurs… Continue reading DEADLINE: EmpowerHER Investment Ready Program

    Event Series Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    This introductory "Getting Started" meeting is for founders (and potential founders) who are first-timers to Lean Startup Perth (or those who wish to get a refresher on Lean Startup). It's best for you to attend one of these meeting before attending a "Getting On" meeting (although it's not required). This "Getting Started" meeting will introduce… Continue reading Lean Startup Perth: First-Timers

    $10
    Event Series Morning Startup

    Morning Startup Presentation

    Riff 45 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia

    Morning Startup - Perth If you're involved in a startup, or thinking about starting one, chances are you can learn from others that are doing and thinking the same. Morning Startup is a fortnightly morning catchup where founders, potential entrepreneurs and others in the startup community (VCs and Angels welcome) get together to learn something… Continue reading Morning Startup Presentation

    FREE
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    DEADLINE: Lithium Industry Loan Facility

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    The State's rapid lithium industry growth over the recent years has placed WA as a global leader in supporting the renewable energy transition, with WA currently supplying approximately 50% of the world's lithium. In the last financial year, WA's lithium industry generated more than $8 billion in sales and supported more than 11,000 local jobs.… Continue reading DEADLINE: Lithium Industry Loan Facility

    AgriFutures: Discover Australia Webinars

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Curious about Australia’s agrifood tech ecosystem? Join this webinar in February for an Introduction to Australia to gain valuable insights into the unique opportunities shaping Australia’s thriving agrifood innovation landscape. The event will include: High-level insights into Australia’s agrifood tech ecosystem, including key industries and innovation priorities. Insights into innovation support networks and resources for… Continue reading AgriFutures: Discover Australia Webinars

    FREE

    Cutting Through the Hype: Navigating AI in Business

    Lawson Flats 4 Sherwood Court, Perth, WA

    Explore the practical applications of AI in today's business landscape. Clear AI and City of Perth present "Cutting Through the Hype" - bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers to share insights on how AI is reshaping how humans do business and how you can keep pace with the changes.

    $60.50 – $82.50

    The Australian Critical Minerals R&D Hub: Mobilising Australia’s critical minerals industry

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Join CSIRO to find out more about what is happening across federal government in critical minerals, how technical expertise from the Hub’s partners is having an impact, and to find out more about the Hub’s future plans. They will provide: background on the technical expertise the 3 partners have been providing to inform Australian Government… Continue reading The Australian Critical Minerals R&D Hub: Mobilising Australia’s critical minerals industry

    FREE

    AI Innovation Summit Australia-Singapore

    The Platform 3/256 Adelaide Terrace, PERTH, Australia

    Showcasing Singapore & Australia's AI Achievements - Independent Innovations, Converging Visions for Tomorrow! This summit will bring together thought leaders, innovators, and AI professionals from both nations to foster global collaboration. It will showcase groundbreaking advancements in AI, highlighting the unique contributions from Australia and Singapore while encouraging the exchange of ideas and best practices.… Continue reading AI Innovation Summit Australia-Singapore

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    Intro to CERI | Livestream

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Introduction to the Centre for Entrepreneurial Research & Innovation (CERI) Thursday 6th February @ 12-12:30pm CERI is a not-for-profit established in 2015 by the Bass Family to support research commercialisation in… Continue reading Intro to CERI | Livestream

    Managing safety and risk in the growing hydrogen industry

    online Western Australia, Australia

    This webinar will provide insights into the application of relevant standards and industry guidelines in the hydrogen sector, as well as how traditional process safety and risk management principles are applied to ensure the safe and efficient development of hydrogen infrastructure. You will learn from insights and lessons drawn from recent hydrogen development projects in… Continue reading Managing safety and risk in the growing hydrogen industry

    $30
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    DEADLINE: WA Near-miss Awards Ideas Grants 2024-25

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    WA Near-miss Awards Ideas Grants 2024-25 The Program is open to WA early- and mid-career researchers who were deemed ‘fundable’ but not funded in the 2024 NHMRC Ideas Grant funding round, with a score of 4.5 and above (equivalent to a category 5 score). Deadline: 7 Feb 2025

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    DEADLINE: iPREP Biodesign Industry EOIs

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    Improve your organisation's competitiveness, productivity and sustainability by harnessing research expertise. Benefits: - A multidisciplinary team of two or three PhD students - Cost effective, potentially eligible for R&D tax incentive & subsidies - 100% ownership of intellectual property - Select students appropriate to your project and skill-gap - 'Test-drive' students prior to potential employment… Continue reading DEADLINE: iPREP Biodesign Industry EOIs

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    DEADLINE: Quad Clean Energy Supply Chain Diversification Program – Round 1

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    The Quad Clean Energy Supply Chain Diversification Program will provide grants to fund research and development projects and feasibility studies delivered as a joint project between Australian and eligible Indo-Pacific organisations. The program aims to: help develop and diversify solar photovoltaic (PV), hydrogen electrolyser and battery supply chains in the Indo-Pacific address vulnerabilities in solar… Continue reading DEADLINE: Quad Clean Energy Supply Chain Diversification Program – Round 1

    DEADLINE: Future Founders Youth Entrepreneurship Program

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    The Scholarship program is designed to provide participants with the tools and guidance needed to turn their dreams into reality, offering expert mentorship and hands-on experiences. A total of 10 scholarships are available for South West locals aged 16-25, welcoming applicants at any stage of their journey. Recipients of the full Scholarship program will benefit… Continue reading DEADLINE: Future Founders Youth Entrepreneurship Program

    DEADLINE: EnergyLab Scaleup Program

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    EnergyLab's Scaleup Program is designed to help the most innovative startups and energy companies work together to roll out technology that will help decarbonise the energy sector. During this virtual program, founders will be provided with the connections and exposure they need to unlock their next wave of growth. Apply Now!

    Thought Leaders Series: Design advances of all-electric healthcare facilities

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    As healthcare sector technology advances and decarbonization requirements intensify, the concept of the all-electric hospital is rapidly gaining traction. The rise of the all-electric hospital signals a fundamental shift in… Continue reading Thought Leaders Series: Design advances of all-electric healthcare facilities

    FREE

    Supercharge your Sales: Business Station Workshop

    Business Station Gosnells 2232B Albany Hwy, Gosnells, Western Australia

    Are you a business owner grappling with the challenges of sales? Whether it’s the fear of reaching out to clients, struggling to close deals, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the sales process, you’re not alone. The good news? You can overcome these obstacles and transform your approach to sales in 2025. An in-person workshop specifically… Continue reading Supercharge your Sales: Business Station Workshop

    $53.90

    Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration (DIME) Seminar

    Fraser's Kings Park 60 Fraser Avenue, Perth, WA, Australia

    Join us at #DIME2025 to explore CSIRO's latest innovations in mineral exploration. This annual industry showcase features our recent scientific and technological advances aimed to enhance success rates in mineral exploration, and prospective metal extraction. Our discovery research and development program focuses on creating new, innovative, and disruptive technologies that make mineral discovery and ore… Continue reading Discovery Innovation Minerals Exploration (DIME) Seminar