LIEF supports the acquisition and shared use of major research infrastructure, equipment and facilities across Australian universities, PFROs and industry partners.
The scheme enables collaborative access to national and international facilities and strengthens research capability across HASS and STEM disciplines, excluding clinical and other medical research.
Learn more about the grant here: https://www.arc.gov.au/linkage-infrastructure-equipment-and-facilities-lief
This full-day event showcases how innovative engineering is being applied across diverse sectors, from healthcare and advanced manufacturing to energy infrastructure.
The morning sessions focus on bioengineering, highlighting the critical role biomedical and clinical engineers play in patient care within Western Australia’s public health system. Through real-world case studies, presenters will demonstrate how advanced design, analysis and rehabilitation technologies are improving clinical outcomes, supporting surgeons and care teams, and enabling patients with complex needs to return meaningfully to the community.
By attending this presentation, attendees will:
The World Renewable Energy Congress (WREC) in Western Australia has been a premier energy event since 1999, uniting industries, researchers, and policymakers. It is a major recognised forum for networking between these sectors. Hosted by Murdoch University, WREC fosters global collaboration on innovations and strategies for a zero-carbon future by 2030.
WREC offers a welcome reception, a Swan River gala dinner, and exclusive networking events. Attendees can join free field visits, technical tours, and expert-led instructional forums. This landmark event continues to drive impactful dialogue in renewable energy advancements.
The conference gives delegates the opportunity to either register physically attend or attend online. If a delegate registers to attend Perth and changes his/her mind and wishes to attend remotely then a refund, less a nominal fee, will be given. Conversely an online registration can be upgraded to a personal attendance.
Ignite grants support early-stage research commercialisation through competitive grants of up to $500,000 for a maximum period of 12 months. These grants are available for researchers at Australian universities to complete basic research, laboratory testing and establish proof-of-concept in an industry-relevant environment.
Applications for AEA Round 3 are now open and will close 5pm AEDT 4 March 2026
Learn more here: https://www.aea.gov.au/researcher-applicant/grants/aea-ignite
Curtin University is hosting a National Industry PhD Information Session for industry partners, researchers and organisations interested in innovation, R&D and workforce development.
The National Industry PhD Program brings universities and businesses together to co-design research that tackles real-world challenges, embeds PhD candidates across both environments, and translates research into practical outcomes.
The session will cover:
• How the National Industry PhD Program works
• What’s required from industry partners
• Funding and eligibility considerations
• University support and candidate embedment
• Examples of current National Industry PhD projects
Register here: National Industry PhD Information Session at Curtin University, 18 Feb 2026
Program cost: Free.
Time commitment: 8 weeks, minimum 4 hour weekly commitment.
Cohort size: 10 teams per cohort.
Location: Hybrid (online + in-person sessions in Australia).
Funding: $1k non-dilutive per team. We take no equity.
Prize Money: $5k final prize for the winning pitc
Applications close 25 Feb 2026.
Join GreenTech Hub, a flagship initiative accelerating Western Australia’s transition to a low-carbon, sustainable economy. They are looking for a purpose-driven Project Manager to deliver high-impact innovation challenges, coordinate capacity-building programs, and work with industry, startups, government and researchers to turn bold ideas into real-world outcomes.
Learn more and apply here. Applications close: Sunday 25 January 2026 (8.30pm AWST)
CERI is a not-for-profit established in 2015 by the Bass Family to support research commercialisation in Western Australia.
They offer a range of services to help empower early-stage entrepreneurs, PhD students and visionaries within the WA community, including commercialisation programs, workplace residency and mentorship.
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