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  • Human-Centric AI & Security Seminar

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Abstract: Equipped with smartphones, tablets, and virtual reality headsets, we can now perform a wide variety of tasks from virtually anywhere. However, this newfound freedom and flexibility come with its own challenges, particularly in terms of personal privacy. One emerging threat is sophisticated machine learning (ML) attacks that break privacy assumptions by extracting previously undetectable… Continue reading Human-Centric AI & Security Seminar

    The Green Economy and a nature positive approach for Australia

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Nature has tremendous importance to the global economy, and organisations are increasingly being asked to take responsibility for their nature-related impacts and dependencies. Recent global ambition has embraced the concept of ‘Nature Positive’, but what does this mean for an organisation, and how can the public, private and research communities work together to scale actions… Continue reading The Green Economy and a nature positive approach for Australia

    Webinar: Geopolitical Risk and the Energy Transition

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    How do geopolitical tensions impact the global energy supply? What are the security risks associated with the energy transition? How will the energy transition affect global power dynamics? For the seventh webinar in the Perspectives on Transition series, we are delighted to host ANZ's Head of Geopolitical Risk, Cameron Mitchell. Cameron will provide a geopolitical update and discuss how… Continue reading Webinar: Geopolitical Risk and the Energy Transition

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    DEADLINE: RISE Accelerator (Climate Smart Agriculture Round)

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The RISE Accelerator delivers a comprehensive learning program made up of both online self-paced and in-person sessions. Over the course of nine months, you will benefit from the expertise and support of our delivery teams spanning India and Australia, including facilitators and subject matter experts for one-to-one guidance and B2B facilitation. Challenge Statements for this… Continue reading DEADLINE: RISE Accelerator (Climate Smart Agriculture Round)

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    DEADLINE: Present at the Australian Data Science Network Conference 2024

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Attendees are encouraged to submit their research abstracts if they wish to present at the conference. 🔗 https://curtin.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0Pdhwdfxu0NWJH8 Abstract submission closes on 13th September 2024. A detailed agenda and list of confirmed speakers will be available closer to the event date. Please note, Student Admission is exclusively available to current students enrolled at a recognised educational… Continue reading DEADLINE: Present at the Australian Data Science Network Conference 2024

    $400
    Event Series ASTN-GSIC Pre-Accelerator Cohort #8 Program

    DEADLINE: ASTN-GSIC Pre-Accelerator Cohort #8 Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN), in collaboration with the Global Sports Innovation Center (GSIC) powered by Microsoft, is proud to introduce "The Business of Sport" Pre-Accelerator Program. Recognising the gap in support for tech entrepreneurs, students, researchers, and practitioners who are in the early stages of their journey, ASTN has developed this program to… Continue reading DEADLINE: ASTN-GSIC Pre-Accelerator Cohort #8 Program

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    Solar Sunshot Program (ARENA) Information Session

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has opened the first round of the Solar Sunshot program to support innovation in Australia's solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry. Two Funding Rounds (Round 1A and Round 1B) are now open with a total of $550 million available. Round 1A aims to support solar PV manufacturing innovation with a… Continue reading Solar Sunshot Program (ARENA) Information Session

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    DEADLINE: GIMI Innovation Awards

    online Western Australia, Australia

    At the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI), our mission is to democratize innovation worldwide. With years of experience in training, certifying, and implementing best practices in innovation, we introduce the GIMI Innovation Awards. This ceremony aims to recognize and celebrate organizations and individuals’ innovations initiatives in the public, private, and social sectors. Being recognized as… Continue reading DEADLINE: GIMI Innovation Awards

    DEADLINE: MTAA MedTech Industry Awards

    online Western Australia, Australia

    MedTech Industry Awards Categories Kerrin Rennie AwardThe Kerrin Rennie Award for Excellence in Medical Technology - Improving Quality of Life was established to recognise and profile the innovative and extraordinary contribution of medical technology in improving health outcomes of Australian patients. Outstanding Achievement AwardThe Outstanding Achievement Award recognises an individual who has contributed in an… Continue reading DEADLINE: MTAA MedTech Industry Awards

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    DEADLINE: 2024 KCA Awards

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Have you enabled or supported a remarkable industry collaboration, knowledge exchange, licensing deal or spin-out? Do you know an exceptional research commercialisation professional who should be recognised for their efforts and contribution to the sector? Our annual awards recognise the high-impact and innovative outcomes from our member organisations, with a focus on the contributions made… Continue reading DEADLINE: 2024 KCA Awards

    Contributing to a thriving culture of social innovation across WA

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Are you an individual who is looking to make a difference, has strong social capital and a go-get attitude? Or a funder who wants to support innovation in the not-for-profit sector in WA? Then this event is for you! In a collaborative effort, Meshpoints and 10x10 are working to create a thriving social innovation culture… Continue reading Contributing to a thriving culture of social innovation across WA

    ALA Webinar: Exploring next-gen biodiversity detection technologies

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    Access to high-quality biodiversity data is more essential than ever in understanding and responding to changes in our natural environment. This information is used for informing planning, policy and decision-making and delivering research. Through the Atlas of Living Australia, more than 135 million species occurrence records are available as open data, with rich information accompanying these… Continue reading ALA Webinar: Exploring next-gen biodiversity detection technologies

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    DEADLINE: 2024 MRIWA Grants

    online Western Australia, Australia

    MRIWA grant applications for 2024 are now open! MRIWA accepts applications throughout the year for projects which address a challenge or issue facing the minerals industry in Western Australia. MRIWA seeks to support projects across its key focus areas, including: Net Zero Emission Mining Green Steel Exploration Amplification Critical Minerals Alternative Use of Tailings and… Continue reading DEADLINE: 2024 MRIWA Grants

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    DEADLINE: METS Innovation Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The METS Innovation Program seeks to broaden support for research projects led by METS companies servicing WA’s mining industry. A $3 million funding program to support industry-led METS related research projects features a specific grant scheme with matched-funding up to $250,000 for eligible and successful grant holder companies, as well as project facilitation assistance for… Continue reading DEADLINE: METS Innovation Program

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    DEADLINE: Defence Industry Development Grants: Skilling and Export Stream

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The Defence Industry Development Grants Program will fund small to medium enterprises to build Australia’s sovereign capability, global competitiveness, technical superiority and national security. There are four streams within the program, including: Sovereign Industrial Priorities (Deadline 31 August) Exports (Deadline 31 July) Security (Deadline 31 August) Skilling. (Deadline 31 July) The Sovereign Industrial Priorities stream… Continue reading DEADLINE: Defence Industry Development Grants: Skilling and Export Stream

    DEADLINE: Global Life Sciences Entrepreneurship Course

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Virtual master class direct from Silicon Valley. Registrations close 30th August 2024. The 6th cohort of the University of California San Francisco’s acclaimed life science/healthcare entrepreneurship course starts in October 2024. This virtual course is live and online, takes place over a 10 week period and requires only 2-4 hours per week.  All lectures are recorded… Continue reading DEADLINE: Global Life Sciences Entrepreneurship Course

    $1500

    DEADLINE: Innovation Catalyst Awards

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The Tyree Institute of Health Engineering (IHealthE) has established the Innovation Catalyst Awards to provide tailored support to the progression of promising medical technology and software innovations through the translational pathway towards implementation in the clinic.  These awards form a core part of our vision to be a global leader in transforming healthcare practice and… Continue reading DEADLINE: Innovation Catalyst Awards

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    DEADLINE: Scale Advisory Female Founders Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Applications are open for our Scale Advisory Female Founders Program, designed to accelerate high growth female led ventures in Western Australia, who are ready to take the next steps and scale either domestically, internationally or into new markets. The 6-month program equips female founders with the expert advisory, resources and proven strategies to break through… Continue reading DEADLINE: Scale Advisory Female Founders Program

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    DEADLINE: X-TEND WA Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    X-TEND Program WA provides up to $150k for organisations that deliver programs to help establish investor and/or education/connections with startups, or that help grow regional, female and/or indigenous entrepreneurship. Deadline 30 August

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    DEADLINE: STEM Elevate Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    There will be a total of up to 500 scholarships awarded during the program across the three scholarship categories for study at an Australian university to gain, extend, or build on STEM education and qualifications. Boosting women in STEM program (“Elevate”) will award up to 500 undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships to women and non-binary people… Continue reading DEADLINE: STEM Elevate Program

    India Australia RISE Accelerator – Online Information and Q&A Session

    online Western Australia, Australia
    Virtual Event Virtual Event

    The India Australia Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion (RISE) Accelerator provides support to Indian and Australian startups and small-to-medium sized enterprises (SMEs) working on cutting-edge technology, and are considering expansion between both countries. Applications for our Climate Smart Agritech round open on 19 August. Startups and SMEs with innovative, scalable and deployable agritech solutions that can support national economies, farmer… Continue reading India Australia RISE Accelerator – Online Information and Q&A Session

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    DEADLINE: AEA Innovate Grant EOIs

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Innovate grants support mid-stage research commercialisation through competitive grants of up to $5 million for a maximum period of 24 months. These grants are available for researchers at Australian universities to collaborate with industry to advance projects that already have laboratory proof-of-concept. Grant recipients are expected to be able to increase the technology and commercial… Continue reading DEADLINE: AEA Innovate Grant EOIs

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    DEADLINE: IGNITE Grant Applications

    online Western Australia, Australia

    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. Grants are awarded through a competitive process that focusses on projects with research… Continue reading DEADLINE: IGNITE Grant Applications

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    DEADLINE: AFB Voucher Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Up to $20,000 per business, with 50:50 co-contribution, is available to access professional services with up to two vouchers under 5 categories; Business Planning Manufacturing for Business Growth (including transition to manufacturing for producers, HACCP, process engineering and automation) Sales and Marketing (including e-commerce, marketing strategy, customer relationship management system design, export market development and re-branding) Financial… Continue reading DEADLINE: AFB Voucher Program

    DEADLINE: Thriving Suburbs Program

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The Thriving Suburbs Program drives urban economic prosperity by providing access to funding for community-focused infrastructure projects throughout urban, suburban, and peri-urban communities of Australia. What do you get? Funding is between $500,000 and $15 million to cover 50% or more of eligible expenditure. Who is this for? Incorporated not-for-profit organisations and local government agencies… Continue reading DEADLINE: Thriving Suburbs Program

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    DEADLINE: Apply to join the StartupWA Board as a Director

    online Western Australia, Australia

    As a non-Executive Director, you will partner with the board to meet StartupWA’s objectives and purpose. You will ensure, together with the board, that StartupWA (SWA) operates ethically and socially responsible. This includes maintaining the highest governance standards, advocating for the Western Australian startup ecosystem and acting with honesty and integrity. In running the SWA… Continue reading DEADLINE: Apply to join the StartupWA Board as a Director

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    DEADLINE: Chair and Members for AI Advisory Board (DISR)

    online Western Australia, Australia

    The opportunity AI Advisory Body members will be appointed by and report to the Minister for Industry and Science. There will be up to 10 positions including a Chair, and an additional ex-officio member from the Department. The initial term of membership will be one to two years. As a member of the AI Advisory… Continue reading DEADLINE: Chair and Members for AI Advisory Board (DISR)

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    DEADLINE: Innovate to Grow: Food Innovation

    online Western Australia, Australia

    Innovate to Grow is a free 10-week online, self-paced learning program for small-to medium-sized enterprises working on food innovation in Australia. This program will assist you in: Refining 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… Continue reading DEADLINE: Innovate to Grow: Food Innovation