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SUMMARY:ATSE Webinar: Victoria's biomanufacturing capabilities
DESCRIPTION:This seminar will explore Victoria’s biomanufacturing capabilities and the role of industry in driving innovation and translation\, featuring Dr Felicia Pradera and Brenton Hamdorf. \nDr Pradera will focus on Moderna’s role as a sovereign capability partner in Australia\, including the establishment of end-to-end mRNA manufacturing in Victoria and the development of a broader ecosystem spanning research\, workforce\, and supply chain. \nShe will highlight how this partnership is contributing to national pandemic preparedness and positioning Australia as a regional hub for mRNA innovation\, while also exploring the importance of coordinated\, cross-sector collaboration to translate this capability into real-world resilience.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/atse-webinar-victorias-biomanufacturing-capabilities/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260506T073000
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SUMMARY:From Drones to Decisions — How Women are Shaping Resources Technology
DESCRIPTION:From Drones to Decisions — How Women are Shaping Resources Technology \nDr Catherine Ball — Scientific Futurist\, Author & Founder \nFrom tracking turtles off Western Australia’s coastline to advising on the future of autonomous mining\, Dr Catherine Ball has witnessed firsthand how technology is transforming industries. \nIn this keynote\, Catherine will explore how drones\, AI\, robotics and automation are reshaping the resources sector — and why women are uniquely positioned to lead this transformation. Drawing on her experience founding the World of Drones Congress and advising global innovation challenges\, she will challenge attendees to move from passive observers to active architects of mining’s technological future. \nDate: Wednesday 6 May 2026\nTime: 7:30am – 8:45am\nLocation: Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre\nFormat: Sit-down hot breakfast\, keynote and panel discussion\nTicket Type: Add-on event to GRX26 registration or book standalone ticket.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/from-drones-to-decisions-how-women-are-shaping-resources-technology/
LOCATION:Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 21 Mounts Bay Road\, Perth\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260507T200000
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SUMMARY:Public Event: Defence Innovation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Truth Under Attack: Understanding Information and Cognitive Warfare and How Research and Innovation are Responding. \nThe Defence Science Centre and Western Australia’s Team WA Universities including – The University of Western Australia\, Murdoch University\, Edith Cowan University and Curtin University\, warmly invite you to join us for the launch of a new event series\, Defence Innovation on Tap. \nOver the coming year\, this series will deliver four free\, public events hosted in local venues across Perth. Each session will showcase how WA universities\, together with their defence and industry partners\, are addressing complex technological and capability challenges to help build a safer and more resilient state\, nation\, and global community. \nDesigned for a broad audience\, the discussion will be presented in accessible language\, making it an ideal opportunity to gain new insights while connecting with colleagues from across the defence\, research\, and wider community sectors.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/public-event-invitation-defence-innovation-on-tap/
LOCATION:Raffles Hotel\, 70-72 Canning Beach Road\, Applecross\, WA\, 6153\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260511T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260511T160000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: 2026 Premier’s Science Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Premier’s Science Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding scientific research and engagement taking place in Western Australia. \nWinners will be announced at the Premier’s Science Awards ceremony later in the year. WA scientists\, researchers\, STEM tertiary students\, lecturers\, school\, teachers\, and STEM engagement providers are encouraged to apply.] \nThere are 10 categories in the 2026 Awards\, with prizes ranging from $10\,000 to $50\,000. \nLearn more and nominate here \nApplications close 4pm (AWST)\, Monday 11 May 2026. 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-2026-premiers-science-awards/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260512T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260512T090000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031208
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: CRC-P Grants Round 19
DESCRIPTION:Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) grants fund short-term industry-led collaborative research projects for up to 3 years. These are open to all sectors. As part of the AI Accelerator initiative\, CRC-P round 19 includes up to $20 million for projects to help businesses and researchers across Australia accelerate AI development and commercialisation. \nLearn more about the grant and apply here: https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/cooperative-research-centres-projects-crcp-grants
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-crc-p-grants-round-19/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260513T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260513T160000
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SUMMARY:The Material Shift – Ecosystem Workshop (Low-Impact Construction Materials)
DESCRIPTION:Shaping the GreenTech Hub’s next challenge in low-impact construction materials\n\nSubmit your EOI for the GreenTech Hub’s Ecosystem Workshop and help shape the direction of our next Innovation Challenge. \nFollowing the close of the GreenTech Hub’s inaugural challenge The Long-Game: Solving Long-Duration Energy Storage\, we invite the ecosystem to contribute to refining our next challenge: The Material Shift: Low Impact Construction Materials. \nWe invite you to express your interest in participating in this collaborative session\, where industry\, research\, and community voices come together to explore opportunities and define priorities. This is your opportunity to contribute insights\, share your expertise\, and help shape impactful solutions for the WA Greentech Hub’s next challenge\, supporting the transition to a net-zero Western Australia. \nWe welcome interest from individuals and organisations across: \n• Energy utilities\n• Mining companies\n• Construction firms and contractors\n• Manufacturing and materials companies\n• Government agencies and regulators\n• Engineering and design consultancies\n• Research institutions and universities\n• Philanthropies and NGOs\n• Corporates with sustainability targets\n• Startups and SMEs
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/the-material-shift-ecosystem-workshop-low-impact-construction-materials/
LOCATION:Perth WA\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260520T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260522T170000
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SUMMARY:Collaborate Innovate 2026
DESCRIPTION:Cooperative Research Australia (CRA) is excited to be running its annual conference once again in 2026. \nThe 2026 conference will bring together this industry-research community to explore the theme\, National Growth\, Global Reach. \nJoin hundreds of other likeminded attendees in addressing critical matters surrounding research translation\, utilisation and commercialisation\, and innovation and industrial transformation\, and be part of a collaboration that seeks to drive Australia’s prosperity. \nLearn more and register \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/collaborate-innovate-2026/
LOCATION:The University Club of WA\, Ground Floor Auditorium\, Crawley\, Western Australia\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260525T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260525T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Falling Walls Pitch Competition (Perth)
DESCRIPTION:FALLING WALLS LAB IS COMING TO PERTH\nWhich wall will your research break? Pitch your innovative idea in just three minutes\, showcasing a breakthrough that positively impacts science and society. \nDeadline to Apply 25 May 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-falling-walls-pitch-competition-perth/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Showcase / Delegation / Consultation
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