Life Sciences
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CSIRO Conversations: Quantum for Every Business
online , AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationQuantum is moving fast and it's already creating real opportunities for Australian businesses. This event unpacks what's real and what's coming next. Quantum is at the same stage AI was a decade ago, quietly moving from research labs into real world tools. This event helps industry understand what's real, what's hype, and where the near term […]
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OMRI Speaker Series: Medical Ethics Expert Professor Nikolajs Zeps
Seminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationThe Office of Medical Research and Innovation (OMRI) is pleased to host the second event in its 2026 OMRI Speaker Series, featuring Professor Nikolajs Zeps. The OMRI Speaker Series provides a regular forum for thought leadership, discussion and sector‑wide engagement across Western Australia’s health and medical research and innovation ecosystem. In this session, Professor Zeps […]
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ATSE Webinar: Victoria’s biomanufacturing capabilities
online , AustraliaInformation Session / LaunchThis seminar will explore Victoria’s biomanufacturing capabilities and the role of industry in driving innovation and translation, featuring Dr Felicia Pradera and Brenton Hamdorf. Dr 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 […]
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Rural Innovations Changing Healthcare (RICH) Forum 2026
online , AustraliaShowcase / Pitch / Demo / TourRural Innovations Changing Healthcare (RICH) is an online forum linking rural health service providers, consumers and stakeholders to share experiences and explore innovative, rural models of care which have potential for broader implementation. The theme for RICH 2026 is Innovation with purpose: Transforming rural health for lasting value and impact. Attendees will: learn about local health innovations […]
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Virtual Global Expert Program: Patrice Milos
online , AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationSharing real-world experience in supporting pharma/biotech innovators, we will explore: An overview of pharmaceutical drug development timelines. The dramatic inflection of novel sequencing technologies, their development and application to rare disease gene identification. The role of molecular diagnostics, including point-of-care, in identifying causative gene mutations. The emergence of gene therapy and other novel modalities to […]
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Biodesign Innovation Summit
The University Club of WA Ground Floor Auditorium, Crawley, Western Australia, AustraliaConference / Summit / SymposiumJoin us for the inaugural Biodesign Innovation Summit, presented as part of Perth Biodesign's 10th-anniversary celebrations, marking a decade of impact in advancing healthcare innovation. Bringing together leaders from healthcare, investment, research, government, and the startup ecosystem, the Summit will offer a full day of keynotes, panels, and honest conversations exploring what’s working, what’s next, and what […]
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Perth Biodesign 10th Anniversary
Fraser's Restaurant 60 Fraser Ave, West Perth, AustraliaAwards Night / Celebratory EventThe evening will bring together national and international innovators, clinicians, academics and investors who have shaped, and continue to shape, the future of healthcare globally. Designed as both a celebration and a moment of connection, the Gala Dinner will offer a relaxed and elegant setting to engage with the Biodesign community and our national and […]
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AusMedtech 2026
Crown Perth Great Eastern Highway, Perth, WA, AustraliaConference / Summit / SymposiumAusMedtech is Australia’s leading medtech conference, bringing together innovators, researchers, clinicians, investors and government partners to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of medtech.
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Scaling Health Technology Innovation from Australia to the Indo-Pacific: Lessons from Global Biodesign
Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research 6 Verdun Street, Nedlands, WA, AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationA a public lecture exploring how academic, clinical and industry partnerships accelerate translation of health technologies into real-world impact. The lecture will be followed by a buffet lunch, sponsored by the Bridge and BridgeTech Programs. About the presenter: Dr Anurag Mairal is Adjunct Professor of Medicine, Director of Global Translation and Outreach at the Stanford […]
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AusBiotech Invest Perth 2026
Crown Perth Great Eastern Highway, Perth, WA, AustraliaConference / Summit / SymposiumAusBiotech Invest Perth 2026 is a half-day event bringing together investors, founders, executives and ecosystem leaders for an afternoon of investor perspectives, market insight and strategic connection across life sciences. Designed to support more purposeful engagement around capital pathways, commercialisation and growth, the afternoon program offers a focused forum for connection, discussion and sector visibility.
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NHMRC Investigator Grant 2027 – Heads-Up Session for Potential Applicants
Curtin University , AustraliaInformation Session / LaunchThe Grant Success Team is pleased to announce an upcoming heads-up session for researchers considering an application to the NHMRC Investigator Grant scheme for the 2027 round. This session will bring together Curtin researchers who previously served on NHMRC Investigator Grant assessor panels to share insights into the assessment process, what makes a competitive application, […]
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Off the Record | Real Stories of Medtech
Rocky Ridge Burswood 84/88 Goodwood Parade, Burswood, WANetworking / Group MeetupReady to unwind after AusMedTech? Or couldn’t make it but still want to connect with the WA medtech community? This is the event for you. Join us for a short, lively panel hosted by Dr Michael Challenor, where medtech founders share their real, unfiltered “pound the table” moments - the highs, the setbacks, and everything […]
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Perth Irish Business Network: Medical Technology Event
McNally's Irish Pub 88 Rokeby Road, Subiaco, WANetworking / Group MeetupDuring what promises to be an impactful week for biomedical science, engineering, business, medicine, nursing, midwifery, and allied healthcare around the AusMedtech 2026 Summit, the Perth Irish Business Network is delighted to host a special standalone networking and panel event on Thursday, 21 May 2026. Sponsored by VeinTech and proudly welcoming University of Galway, the […]
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2026 Medtech Masterclasses
One Two Five by Hub 125 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WANetworking / Group MeetupThe Medtech Masterclasses is a one-day, two-stream, high-impact program delivering practical, real-world insights across the entire medtech lifecycle. With more than 15 curated sessions, the program brings together experts and leaders from across the medtech ecosystem to help founders, startups, industry participants, and post-PhD researchers turn innovative ideas into clinical and commercial success. The program […]
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Founders Factory’s Investor & Ecosystem Pitch Day
Perth WA Western Australia, AustraliaShowcase / Pitch / Demo / TourWe are delighted to invite you to Founders Factory’s Investor & Ecosystem Pitch Day on Wednesday 27 May at Curtin 137, 137 St George’s Terrace in Perth. Please arrive from 9:00 for a 9:30 prompt start. This is a chance to meet and learn more about our latest mining, nature and health tech startups, backed by Rio Tinto, […]
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AI, Product & the Unsexy Problems in Healthcare
Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research 6 Verdun Street, Nedlands, WA, AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationDiscover what it really takes to build impactful health tech at this upcoming event delivered by Matilda Health and the WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub. Featuring Joanna Morris, CEO and Co‑founder of Matilda Health, Dr Jackie Rabec, Co‑founder and CPO at ThinkMD.ai and first product hire/former head of product at Heidi Health (growing faster than Canva!), and […]
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CSIRO Webinar: One Health Wonders
online , AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationOne Health Wonders webinar: First Nations approaches to One Health in action We are delighted to invite you to the next One Health Wonders webinar: First Nations approaches to One Health in action. The webinar will be held on Tuesday, 9 June 2026 from 2:00-3:00pm AEST. This session will explore how First Nations knowledge and […]
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Overview of the new National Health and Medical Research Strategy – The strategic direction of health and medical research in Australia over the next decade and what it means for you
Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research 6 Verdun Street, Nedlands, WA, AustraliaInformation Session / LaunchCome along to hear from Prof Steve Wesselingh, CEO, National Health and Medical Research Council, speak on NHMRC activity and the recently released National Health and Medical Research Strategy. Learn more about: The recently released National Health and Medical Research Strategy How EMCRs can position themselves within national priorities How the strategy addresses the instability […]
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Nucleate GVA | PATH: Intellectual Property Strategy for Life Science Founders
online , AustraliaSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationSpeaker: Dr. Chris Vindurampulle (Principal, Patent and Trade Marks Attorney at Griffith Hack) Are you a life science researcher thinking about turning your discovery into a biotech startup? Learn how to think strategically about intellectual property, protect inventions before disclosure, and avoid common IP pitfalls on the path from lab discovery to commercialization. Turning academic […]
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PSWA Innovation Night 2026
Enclave Event Space 236 Lord Street, Perth, WAShowcase / Pitch / Demo / TourThe Pharmaceutical Society of Western Australia (PSWA) is pleased to announce the upcoming PSWA Innovation Night 2026, our flagship event dedicated to showcasing the newest innovations in the pharmacy industry. With a brand new location (and increased capacity), this years event brings exciting presenters who will inspire with stories of their innovation journey, sharing their […]
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ON Prime 19 Showcase
Dexus Place Level 16/240 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, AustraliaAwards Night / Celebratory EventThe CSIRO ON Prime program equips publicly funded researchers with the tools to uncover where their science can create the greatest real-world impact. Through 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 […]
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FHRI Fund Fellowships Program Opens
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: FundingThe Fellowships Part A – Research Fellows 2026 program aims to attract and develop outstanding health and medical researchers across all career stages, making the WA research workforce more competitive at national and international levels. For further details about the program, visit the Research Fellows page. Applications Close: 1:00pm (AWST) Thursday 13 August 2026 The Fellowships Part B - Distinguished […]
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ON Prime 19 Showcase (Virtual)
online , AustraliaShowcase / Pitch / Demo / TourThe CSIRO ON Prime program equips publicly funded researchers with the tools to uncover where their science can create the greatest real-world impact. Through 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 […]
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Life Sciences WA Networking Sundowner
FOUND. 399 Hay Street, Subiaco, WA, AustraliaNetworking / Group MeetupJoin 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. This relaxed and welcoming event is an opportunity to connect with industry leaders, researchers, entrepreneurs, innovators, investors and emerging professionals from across the sector. Whether you are […]
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BioProcessing Network Australia (BPN) WA Industry Day
Royal Perth Hospital Wellington Street, Perth, WANetworking / Group MeetupThe 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. This 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, […]
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Strategic Workshop for Major Collaborative Grant Bids
online , AustraliaWorkshop / MasterclassThis workshop, delivered in partnership with SPP, is designed to help WA health and medical researchers, innovators and start-ups strengthen major national funding bids. It 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 […]
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2026 Women in Life Sciences Lunch
Burswood on Swan 1 Camfield Dr, Burswood, WA, AustraliaNetworking / Group MeetupLife 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. Join us at Burswood on Swan for a three course lunch with stunning views over the picturesque Swan River. This event is designed to […]
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OMRI Speaker Series: Chief Data Officer Natalia Kacperek
Department of Health 189 Royal Street, East Perth, WA, Australia +1 moreSeminar / Panel Discussion / ConversationThe Office of Medical Research and Innovation (OMRI) is pleased to host the third event in its 2026 OMRI Speaker Series, featuring Chief Data Officer Natalia Kacperek. The OMRI Speaker Series provides a regular forum for thought leadership, discussion and sector‑wide engagement across Western Australia’s health and medical research and innovation ecosystem. In this session, […]
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DEADLINE: Cathy Foley Early Career Research Fellowship
Apply online , AustraliaDEADLINE: Award / ScholarshipThe ARC Centre of Excellence in Quantum Biotechnology (QUBIC) aims to pioneer paradigm-shifting quantum technologies to observe biological processes and transform our understanding of life. Named after an Australian pioneer in quantum science and technology as well as a champion for diversity in STEM, the Cathy Foley Early Career Research Fellowship supports emerging researchers in […]
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Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Strategy and Priorities Consultation Webinar
online , AustraliaInformation Session / LaunchThe Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB) is inviting feedback on the draft Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy 2026-2031 and draft Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities 2026-2028. Feedback will help inform AMRAB’s advice to Government on the future direction of investment through the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). This consultation provides an opportunity for researchers, health professionals, […]
