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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260702T120000
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SUMMARY:ON Prime 19 Showcase (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The CSIRO ON Prime program equips publicly funded researchers with the tools to uncover where their science can create the greatest real-world impact. \nThrough this fast-paced\, hands-on program\, teams engage directly with customers\, challenge their assumptions\, and identify the most promising pathways forward. The Showcase event marks the culmination of the nine week program\, where graduating teams present how they are translating their work towards real-world impact\, including the progress made in the program as well as a peek into what they are planning next. It’s also a great opportunity for interested researchers to come and hear more about the program! \n\n\nMeet the teams shaping the future across health\, mining\, agriculture\, and more \n\n\nHear rapid-fire presentations as researchers translate cutting-edge science into real-world solutions \n\n\nConnect with innovators spanning industry\, investment\, government and research \n\n\nSee how ON Prime works in action\, building momentum from early insight to impact pathways \n\n\nPlay a role in what happens next – your connections and perspectives could help unlock the next opportunity \n\n\nWhether you’re from industry\, government\, research or the investment community\, or simply curious about the future of Australian science – you’re invited to be part of it.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/on-prime-19-showcase-2/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260702T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260702T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T035828Z
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SUMMARY:Life Sciences WA Networking Sundowner
DESCRIPTION:Join Life Sciences WA for the first of our regular LSWA Sundowner event series\, bringing together Western Australia’s life sciences ecosystem for an evening of networking and connection.\nThis relaxed and welcoming event is an opportunity to connect with industry leaders\, researchers\, entrepreneurs\, innovators\, investors and emerging professionals from across the sector. \nWhether you are looking to expand your network\, explore new collaborations\, share ideas or reconnect with colleagues and peers\, the LSWA Sundowner is designed to help strengthen connections across WA’s growing life sciences community.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/life-sciences-wa-networking-sundowner/
LOCATION:FOUND.\, 399 Hay Street\, Subiaco\, WA\, 6008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260709T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260709T160000
DTSTAMP:20260624T022942Z
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SUMMARY:BioProcessing Network Australia (BPN) WA Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:The BioProcessing Network (BPN) is a not-for-profit association dedicated to fostering and advancing technical knowledge across the biotechnology industry. From upstream to downstream processing\, formulation\, filling\, facility design.\nThis inaugural WA gathering marks the beginning of regular BPN meetings in Perth\, creating a forum for the WA biotechnology and bioprocessing community to connect\, exchange ideas\, and tackle the technical and industry challenges in the field.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/bioprocessing-network-australia-bpn-wa-industry-day/
LOCATION:Royal Perth Hospital\, Wellington Street\, Perth\, WA\, 6000
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260710T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T051436Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: iPREP Industry Partner EOIs
DESCRIPTION:Improve your organisation’s competitiveness\, productivity and sustainability by harnessing research expertise\nBenefits: \n\nA multidisciplinary team of two or three PhD students\nCost effective\, potentially eligible for R&D tax incentive & subsidies\n100% ownership of intellectual property\nSelect students appropriate to your project and skill-gap\n‘Test-drive’ students prior to potential employment\nA flexible participation mode (virtual\, in-person\, combination)\n\nLearn more and apply here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-iprep-industry-partner-eois/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260712T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T081443Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T081443Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Innovate to Grow - One Health: Digital\, Biosecurity & MedTech
DESCRIPTION:This program is open to eligible SMEs based and operating in Australia\, working on innovative technologies or solutions in any of these sub-sectors: \nBiosecurity: people and animal health | Biosecurity: plant and environment health | Animal disease diagnostics | Biotherapeutics: biomedical manufacturing and medical devices | Developing and delivering complex therapeutics | Digital and AI solutions for healthcare | Supportive equipment including robotics | Other ideas related to the program sector. \nThe program will assist you in: \nRefining your innovation idea and learning how to transform it into an R&D opportunity. | Accessing tools and information for a comprehensive understanding of R&D collaboration and key considerations at each step. | Applying this knowledge to advance your technology or R&D concept. | Gaining industry insights from experts\, researchers and your R&D coach. | Collaborating with like-minded SMEs and expanding your professional network. \nApply by 12 July 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-innovate-to-grow-one-health-digital-biosecurity-medtech/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260714T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260714T090000
DTSTAMP:20260302T054226Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: MRFF 2026 National Critical Research Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 National Critical Research Infrastructure initiative invests in research infrastructure to ensure Australian researchers find innovative solutions to complex health problems in areas of unmet medical need. This grant opportunity has four streams. \n\nStream 1 – Innovation enablers\nStream 2 – Digitisation of health care\nStream 3 – Co-investment partnerships\nStream 4 – mRNA technology enablers\n\nRead more about the grant opportunity here \nDeadline 14 July
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-mrff-2026-national-critical-research-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T075325Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: FHRI Golden Ticket 2026
DESCRIPTION:Golden Ticket 2026 aims to enhance the health and medical innovation knowledge\, skills and experience of high-potential WA innovators\, by providing access to financial support to cover salary costs\, development opportunities\, and professional services (e.g. Intellectual Property (IP)\, regulatory affairs\, reimbursement expertise) so they can validate early ideas and develop their personal capability to lead the development of innovative ventures that will benefit the WA community. \nFunding will be provided on a competitive basis to selected innovators\, ensuring a comprehensive package of financial and capacity-building support. \nGolden Ticket 2026 is open to WA-based innovators undertaking activities at Innovation Maturity Level (IML) 2 (Idea) to IML 4 (Proof of Feasibility or Hit discovery). \nSuccessful innovators will be awarded funding of up to $300\,000\, with up to $175\,000 available to cover salary costs for an equivalent of 12-months full-time dedicated to the Activity\, over a maximum period of 18-months and minimum 0.6FTE. \nProgram Status: Open for Applications \nApplications Close: 1.00pm (AWST)\, Thursday 16 July 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-fhri-golden-ticket-2026/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260720T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260720T163000
DTSTAMP:20260617T073508Z
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SUMMARY:Strategic Workshop for Major Collaborative Grant Bids
DESCRIPTION:This workshop\, delivered in partnership with SPP\, is designed to help WA health and medical researchers\, innovators and start-ups strengthen major national funding bids. \nIt will be a practical masterclass on what distinguishes successful applications focusing on impact and what assessors value. Participants will gain a clear\, assessor-informed understanding of how to position their research for competitiveness\, identify high‑impact improvements\, and take actionable steps to increase their chances of securing major grants such as MRFF\, NHMRC\, CRC\, ARC programs. \nEOIs to attend this workshop close on 7 July 2026
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/strategic-workshop-for-major-collaborative-grant-bids/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop / Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T090000
DTSTAMP:20260302T055127Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: MRFF 2026 BioMedTech Incubator
DESCRIPTION:The MRFF 2026 BioMedTech Incubator Program provides grants of up to $33 million to support medical research and medical innovation projects through the establishment of BioMedTech Incubators. \nThe grant is for an eligible organisation who can establish a working incubator\, to partner with Australian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to progress new and innovative medical research projects through the early stages of development. \nApplicants may propose to support development of innovations in their area/s of strength (i.e. applicants are not required to propose a program that covers the breadth of the biomedtech sector). \nLearn more about the opportunity here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-mrff-2026-biomedtech-incubator/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T051541Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: iPREP Student Applications
DESCRIPTION:We provide hands-on experience in an industry setting\, giving you the ability to apply theory and skills to thrive in a practical research environment\n\n\n\n\nBenefits: \n\n\nAn industry placement working in a team on a defined project \n\n\nA scholarship package (subject to university approval and eligibility conditions) \n\n\nWeekly mentoring tailored to project and team specifics \n\n\nWeekly training in Biodesign methodology & professional skills \n\n\nA flexible participation mode (in-person\, remote or combination) \n\n\nConnections with industry & potential employment opportunities \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more and apply here
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-iprep-student-applications/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T082440Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Women in Life Sciences Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Life Sciences WA is delighted to invite you to our Women in Life Sciences Lunch\, proudly sponsored by Moderna\, which returns again this year following its sold out success in 2025. \nJoin us at Burswood on Swan for a three course lunch with stunning views over the picturesque Swan River. \nThis event is designed to celebrate\, connect\, and empower women across all stages of their careers in the life sciences sector\, from early career professionals to industry leaders\, corporate partners\, and key stakeholders. \nWe welcome a diverse mix of attendees\, including both women and men\, to foster meaningful connections and highlight the achievements of women in life sciences. Be part of an inspiring afternoon dedicated to collaboration\, recognition\, and career growth in a vibrant and supportive atmosphere.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/2026-women-in-life-sciences-lunch/
LOCATION:Burswood on Swan\, 1 Camfield Dr\, Burswood\, WA\, 6100\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260729T160000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: NHMRC Investigator Grants
DESCRIPTION:Investigator Grants provide the highest-performing researchers at all career stages with consolidated funding for their salary (if required) and a significant research support package. \nInvestigator Grants support: \n\nresearch across the 4 pillars of health and medical research:\n\nbiomedical\nclinical\npublic health\nhealth services research\n\n\nall career stages:\n\nearly career researchers\nmid-career researchers\nestablished researchers\n\n\nresearchers with clinical responsibilities (such as clinicians\, public health and allied health practitioners)\nfull-time and part-time researchers.\n\nInvestigator Grants aim to: \n\nallow flexibility for investigators to pursue important new research directions as they arise and to form collaborations as needed\nfoster innovative and creative research\ncreate opportunities for researchers at all career stages to establish their own research programs\nreduce application and peer review burden on researchers.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-nhmrc-investigator-grants/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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