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Tag: Life Sciences

The Perkins Year in Review

On behalf of the Board of the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, you’re invited to attend the 2024 Year in Review presentation. Perkins CEO Professor Peter Leedman AO be sharing achievements for the last year and highlight the exciting research and developments ahead in our work on cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and rare genetic diseases. Prof Leedman will also provide a brief update on the business case for the Perkins initiative to establish the Western Australia Comprehensive Cancer Centre.

Learn more and register:  The Perkins Year in Review

AusMedtech 2026

AusMedtech 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.

Join the community at Crown Towers in Perth, Western Australia from 19 to 21 May 2026 for three days of insights, collaboration and conversation that moves the sector forward.

Be part of the ideas, connections and momentum shaping the next chapter of Australian medtech!

Health Innovation Accelerator Workshop

Welcome to Curtin’s Health Innovation Accelerator Workshop! Join us at The Hub, Bentley Technology Park for an exciting event focused on driving innovation in healthcare.

This workshop will bring together researchers from the Faculty of Health Sciences, the Faculty of Science and Engineering, and Curtin Singapore, along with clinicians from partner health service providers. It presents a valuable opportunity to:

  • Network across disciplines (incl. engineering, computer science, data science, and health)
  • Identify and co-design novel med tech, scientific and digital health solutions
  • Engage with real-world clinical challenges
  • Explore pathways to secure external funding (e.g., FHRI Fund)

Learn more and register: Health Innovation Accelerator Workshop

Building a Compelling Pitch for Medtech Investors

Are you ready to pitch with confidence and clarity to global investors? Join this practical, high-impact session designed for startups looking to sharpen their investor proposition and improve engagement outcomes. In this hands-on workshop, David Uffer will unpack what investors are really looking for—from strategic alignment and risk mitigation to storytelling that resonates.

The session will cover:

  • Investor Mindsets & Pitch Essentials – Understand the expectations and priorities of venture capital and strategic investors, and learn how to tailor your pitch to align with their decision-making frameworks.
  • Case Examples & Group Insights – Explore real-world examples from startups who have successfully raised capital, and participate in interactive group discussions to extract key insights and lessons learned.
  • Live Feedback & Pitch Sharpening – Selected participants will have the opportunity to deliver their pitch and receive live, constructive feedback from David and peers, focusing on structure, clarity, and investor relevance.

Learn more and register: Building a Compelling Pitch for Medtech Investors

DEADLINE: MedTech Indusry Awards 2025

MTAA MedTech Industry Awards is an annual celebration acknowledging the incredible individuals, companies and technologies MedTech has to offer.
There are multiple categories available, that include: Leader in Greennovation Award, Tech4Health Award
Women in MedTech and more.

 

Learn more here: DEADLINE: MedTech Indusry Awards 2025

Protect, Partner, Profit Workshop

A workshop about how to protect and deploy IP for Company Creation and Licensing for Early-Stage Startups and Clinical Research translation.

Do you know how to best navigate the IP challenges for your start-up or spinout? Would you like to learn about how to deploy that IP for licensing or company creation? Join for a half-day workshop with Dr Peytee Grusche and Andrew Chalet from Thomson Geer Lawyers, as they undertake a deep dive of how to protect and leverage IP for your commercialisation journey.

This workshop is best suited for very early-stage start-ups (within a few years of company inception) and researchers who are looking at translating in the next couple of years. This includes clinical researchers, university and industry start-ups, and health service provider (HSP) and Department of Health clinicians.

Learn more and register: Protect, Partner, Profit Workshop (Tickets on sale July 15)

ASME: Monetising Your Innovation Webinar

Monetising Your Innovation: Turn Your Big Idea into a Business

Whether you’re sitting on a brilliant idea, tinkering with a prototype, or wondering how to turn your clinical insight into a business, this event is for you.

About the organiser: ASME are a not-for-profit home for doctors, medical students & other clinicians interested in using their training and experience to make an impact at scale on healthcare through entrepreneurship and innovation.

Register for the online webinar: ASME: Monetising Your Innovation Webinar

DEADLINE: Biomedical Industry Commercialisation Bridge Grant (CBG)

The Commercialisation Bridge Grant (CBG)  is a competitive Western Australian government grant exclusively for the biomedical industry sector. This round is funded through the $8.65 million Health and Medical Life Sciences Industry Strategy Funding, which sits under the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI). 

Biomedical Industry CBG are awarded in any of the following four categories:

  • Product Readiness
  • Team Readiness
  • Intellectual Property Readiness
  • Commercialisation Readiness.

Learn more and apply: DEADLINE: Biomedical Industry Commercialisation Bridge Grant (CBG)

2025 Women in Life Sciences Lunch

Join for a three-course lunch with stunning views over the picturesque Swan River, as the Women in Life Sciences Lunch returns following its sold-out success in 2024.

This high-end yet accessible event is designed to celebrate, connect, and empower women across all stages of their careers in the life sciences sector—from students and early-career professionals to industry leaders, corporate partners, and key stakeholders.

The event welcomes 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.

Learn  more : 2025 Women in Life Sciences Lunch