Life Sciences – WA Innovation Calendar

WALSIH Virtual Global Expert Program: Steven Haken

If you’re building a medtech or digital health company with eyes on Europe, this session is exactly what you need before you make your next move.

This event will be bringing in Steven Haken, Managing Director of Odelle Technology, for the first session of the WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub’s Virtual Global Expert Program.

20+ years structuring reimbursement pathways across the UK and EU for med devices, diagnostics, biotech therapeutics, and digital health.

Monday 9 March | 3:00–4:30pm AWST | Virtual

Reimbursement Ready: Essential Insights for MedTech Innovators

Reimbursement Ready: Essential Insights for MedTech Innovators

This one-hour online event is designed to help you build a MedTech product that’s truly reimbursement-ready.

Join Paul Dale, Director of Policy (Reimbursement) at the Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA), as he unpacks:

How reimbursement works and what payers look for
An introduction to the Australian medical device payer landscape
Key questions innovators should be asking early in development

Learn more and register

DEADLINE: MRFF 2026 BioMedTech Incubator

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.

The 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.

Applicants 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).

Learn more about the opportunity here

DEADLINE: MRFF 2026 National Critical Research Infrastructure

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.

Stream 1 – Innovation enablers
Stream 2 – Digitisation of health care
Stream 3 – Co-investment partnerships
Stream 4 – mRNA technology enablers

Deadline 14 July

DEADLINE: FHRI Spotlight Program Consultation

The Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund is inviting Western Australian researchers, innovators, clinicians, consumers and members of the public to help shape future Spotlight Program topics.

This short survey will help inform the selection of future Spotlight topics. Topics may focus on specific disease areas or broader health system challenges that require innovative, coordinated solutions. Responses will be considered alongside relevant data, evidence, government priorities and advice from the FHRI Fund Advisory Council.

DEADLINE: Perth Biodesign Flagship 2026 Program

Perth Biodesign is a globally connected healthcare innovation program, based on the Stanford Biodesign methodology and built for innovators from all backgrounds.

By combining real hospital access, world-class mentorship, and a 7-month, part-time format, we enable participants to tackle pressing needs in healthcare through technology innovation. Since our inception in 2016, the program has propelled 500+ alumni who are transforming healthcare both nationally and internationally.

Deadline 22 March 2026

2026 Perth Biodesign Flagship Program Info Session #2

2026 Flagship Program Info Session #2
Thinking about applying for the Perth Biodesign 2026 Flagship program? Wondering if it’s right for you?

You’ll learn all about the program structure, what’s involved, how past cohorts went, tips for the application process and the time commitment. You’ll also hear from Biodesign alumni about their experience!

Maximising your chances for grant success with CRC-P Round 19

MTPConnect invites you to a practical webinar designed to help you build competitive Cooperative Research Centres-Projects (CRC-P) applications, delivered through our WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub (WALSIH), Adelaide Intermediary Program (AIP) and Industry Growth Program (IGP) service.

This webinar is available exclusively to companies and innovators based in SA and WA, and/or IGP clients.

What you’ll gain

A clear overview of CRC-P program objectives, eligibility and partnerships
What assessors value and how to evidence impact, feasibility, and collaboration
Common mistakes and practical ways to address them
A real-world case study from a successful CRC-P recipient
Live Q&A

WA Spotlight on Biomedical Careers: Talent, Transition & Transformation

Discover biomedical career pathways in WA. Employer insights, real journeys and networking across research, industry and government.

Ready to discover what a career in WA’s biomedical sector really looks like?

The ‘WA Spotlight on Biomedical Careers: Talent, Transition, Transformation’ is an exciting in-person event exploring current and emerging workforce opportunities across WA’s growing biomedical sector. The sector extends well beyond traditional clinical and health roles and includes opportunities in research, advanced manufacturing, product development, digital and data, clinical trials, government and start-ups.

This event brings together employers, recruiters, government and sector leaders to provide practical insights into career pathways, hiring expectations and skills needed now and into the future.

Whether you are a student, researcher or industry professional considering a career transition, the session will help you better understand where your skills fit and how to take the next step.

GreenTech Hub Summer Sundowner

Since its launch in August 2025, the WA GreenTech Hub has been driving innovation, building connections and supporting the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future for Western Australia.

Now, let’s take some time to celebrate! Come and join us on Wednesday 25 February from 4 to 7 PM for a relaxed late-afternoon sundowner where we’ll celebrate our achievements, share what’s next in energy transitions and bring together stakeholders, industry partners and the wider community, while enjoying drinks, light refreshments and lively conversations in a welcoming and informal setting.

Don’t miss out, this is your chance to connect, reflect and imagine the future together!

We’re looking forward to having you there!