Australian Egg Corporation Limited (AECL)AECL continues to invest heavily in research and development initiatives on behalf of the egg industry. This programme is funded through a levy on egg farmers, which is matched by funds from the Australian Government. The programme has recently been enhan
Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE)The Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE) facilitates access to the special facilities at Lucas Heights by universities and other tertiary institutions and provides a focus for cooperation in the nuclear scientific and engineerin
Australian museum Eureka PrizesThe Australian Museum Eureka Prizes are Australia’s premier award scheme for outstanding science. Presented annually by the Australian Museum, the prizes reward excellence in the fields of research & innovation, science leadership, school science and scie
Australian Postgraduate AwardsThe main objectives of the Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA) programme are to: support postgraduate research training in the higher education sector; and provide financial support to domestic postgraduate students of exceptional research promise w
Backing Australia's Ability: International Science LinkagesExtension of existing programme announced on 6 May 2004 as part of the new BAA package over seven years from 2004-05. This programme supports collaborations between Australian scientists and international partners on leading-edge science and technology.
Backing Australia's Ability: National Collaborative Research Infrastructure StrategyExtension of existing programme announced on 6 May 2004 as part of the new BAA package over seven years from 2004-05. This programme will provide researchers with major research facilities, supporting infrastructure and networks necessary for research.
Bureau of Rural Sciences: Integrated Water SciencesThe Integrated Water Sciences Programme is at the forefront of research into water and salinity issues in Australia. This information is used in catchment planning and for national policy development and programme implementation.
Business Enterprise Centres (BECs)The Australian Government will provide $42m over 4 years to fund the delivery of low cost small business advisory services through nominated Business Enterprise Centres (BECs) throughout Australia. Thirty six (36) BECs will be supported through this measu
Commonwealth Scholarships ProgramThe Commonwealth Scholarships Programme was introduced in 2004 to assist students from low socio-economic backgrounds, particularly those from rural and regional areas and Indigenous students, who are Australian citizens or holders of Australian permanent
Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) ProgramThe Program is an Australian Government funded initiative. It boosts world-class research with the aim of turning Australia’s scientific innovations into successful new products, services and technologies, making our industries more efficient, productiv
Cooperative Research Centres ProgramExtension of existing programme announced on 6 May 2004 as part of the new BAA package over seven years from 2004-05. The program aims to continue long-term, collaborative R&D ventures of substantial quality and scale in Australia and internationally.
CSIRO National Flagships InitiativeExtension of existing program announced on 6 May 2004 as part of the BAA package over seven years from 2004-05. The program aims to continue the development of large-scale collaborative research partnerships which reflect the NRPs.
Discovery Indigenous Researchers Development SchemeThe Discovery Indigenous Researchers Development scheme provides salary support to Indigenous Australian researchers and postgraduate research students to develop research expertise and experience to a level that is competitive with applicants for mainstr
Enterprise ConnectEnterprise Connect provides comprehensive support to Australian small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), to help them become more innovative, efficient and competitive
Fisheries Research & Development StrategiesThe FRDC plans, invests in and manages fisheries research and development throughout Australia. It is a statutory authority within the portfolio of the federal Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, jointly funded by the Australian Government a
Forest and Wood Products AustraliaForest and Wood Products Australia (FWPA) is the industry’s services provider, investing in research and development (R&D) and providing research outcome information to the forest and wood products industry in Australia.
Grains R&D CorporationStatutory corporation responsible for planning, investing and overseeing R&D, delivering improvements in production, sustainability and profitability across the Australian grains industry. Aims to link innovative research with industry needs.
Grape and Wine R&D CorporationBody responsible for investing in grape and wine R&D on behalf of the Australian wine industry and the Australian community. Mission is to realise for Australia the excellent returns available from strategic investment in wine industry R&D.
Higher Education ResearchHigher education research aims to maintain and strengthen Australia's knowledge base and research capabilities, by developing an effective research and research training system. Site includes information about programs and policy.
Horticulture Australia Limited (HAL)Resulted from the merger of the Australian Horticultural Corporation and Horticultural Research and Development Corporation.
International Awards and ExchangesOpportunities for scholars/professionals to undertake advanced study, training or research activities in designated countries. A primary aim of the programme is to facilitate links between Australian and overseas institutions.
International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS) ProgramEnables international students to undertake a postgraduate research qualification and gain experience with leading Australian researchers.
International Science Linkages ProgramThe International Science Linkages program supports Australian scientists, from both the public and private sectors, to collaborate with international partners on leading edge science and technology.
Land & Water AustraliaFunds R&D that will help maintain the natural resource base. Focus is on the application of principles of ecologically sustainable development in order to maximise the benefits derived by the community from its land, water and vegetation resources.
Major National Reseach Facilities (MNRF) ProgramThe MNRF Program will fund the establishment of new, or the enhancement of existing, major facilities to provide Australian researchers with access to large-scale world class research infrastructure, increasing opportunties for scientific R&D.
Meat and Livestock AustraliaUndertakes a range of research and development, information and marketing programs designed to benefit beef, sheepmeat and goatmeat industry participants, from livestock producers right through to retailers.
National Competitive Grants ProgramThe ARC funds research and researchers under the National Competitive Grants Program (NCGP).
National Innovation Awareness StrategyObjective of raising community awareness of the central role that innovation plays in achievement of Australia´s economic and social goals. Innovation is regarded as including the fields of science, engineering, technology and entrepreneurship.
Plantations & Farm ForestryThis site outlines the Commonwealth Government's plantation and farm forestry policies and programs and provides information designed to assist all those interested in this topic.
Pre-Seed FundFor universities & public sector research agencies - to address gap between scientific discoveries & commercialisation. Will assist the commercialisation of public sector R&D by developing management & entrepreneurial skills of public sector researchers.
Prime Minister's Science PrizesThe Science Prizes are a national tribute to excellent and dedicated work and are part of the Government's ongoing commitment to supporting & promoting the important contribution made to our daily lives by Australian innovations in science and technology.
Questacon: Smart MovesA travelling Outreach program promoting cutting edge research, new ideas and entrepreneurship in science, engineering and technology.
Research and Development (R&D) Tax ConcessionA broad-based, market driven tax concession which allows companies to deduct up to 125% of qualifying expenditure incurred on R&D activities when lodging their corporate tax return.
Research and Development Corporations and CompaniesInformation on R&D Corporation Model, success stories, finances and the Governments R&D priorities.
Research Related ReviewsGovernment's response to Recommendations of 'Evaluation of Knowledge and Innovation Reforms', 'Closer Collaboration between Universities and Major Publicly Funded Research Agencies', 'National Research Infrastructure Taskforce'.
Rural Industries R&D CorporationManages and funds priority research; translates results into practical outcomes for industry development. Achieving this by: enhancing innovation in rural sectors; fostering development of new industries; addressing strategic issues facing rural sectors.
Scholarships for Higher EducationScholarships, fellowships, awards and other sources of funding for study and/or research available through the Higher Education Division, DEST. Includes Research Fellowships, Australian Postgraduate Awards, International Research Schemes and more...
Science Lectureships InitiativeThe objectives of this programme are to support innovative projects in science-related education including the establishment of university lectureships and innovative course development.
Sugar R&D CorporationThe Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC) works in partnership with the Australian sugarcane industry and the Australian Government to foster an innovative and sustainable sugarcane industry, through targeted investment in research and develop
Australian Antarctic Science (AAS) Grant FundingApplication forms, information and reporting facilities for scientific research projects under the Australian Antarctic Program and requests for Australian Antarctic Science (AAS) grant funding (formerly ASAC grants).
Australian Stem Cell CentreThe Australian Stem Cell Centre is a major Australian collaborative initiative uniting many of the country's leading academic researchers with the biotechnology industry to develop innovative therapeutic products to treat a range of serious injuries and d
NHMRC: FundingIncludes: description of the types of research grants; grant application forms and supporting documentation; and key dates for applications.
NHMRC: Research ProgramThe NHMRC Research Program encompasses the full spectrum of health and medical science. All NHMRC research has the broad strategic intent of better health for all Australians.
Advanced ManufacturingAustralia's advanced manufacturing industry has established an international reputation for its strengths in design, quality, safety, reliability, sophisticated IP protection, customer service, innovative systems, and world class R&D capabilities.
Aerospace and defenceAustralian companies have the ability to develop products and services that are adaptable, scaleable and suitable for a wide range of operational environments.
Climate Ready ProgramPart of the Clean Business Australia initiative, the Climate Ready program encourages businesses to develop and commercialise products, processes and services that save energy and water, reduce pollution and use waste products in innovative ways.
Energy Innovation FundThe Energy Innovation Fund has been established by the Australian Government to provide $150 million over five years to support the development of clean energy technologies.
Ethanol Distribution ProgramThe Ethanol Distribution Program (EDP) is an eligibility-based grants program targeting retail service stations. It provides grants of up to $20 000 to reduce the infrastructure cost to enable a service station to supply 10 per cent ethanol blended petrol
Regional Minerals ProgramsThe Regional Minerals Program (RMP) was established by the Australian Government in 1996. After an initial four years, the RMP was extended in July 2000 for a further four years with annual funding of $250 000. No projects have been approved under the RMP
Renewable Energy FundSupporting development and deployment of renewable energy in Australia. The Australian Government has introduced the Renewable Energy Fund to support the adoption of renewable energy technologies in Australia.
Water and Australia's future economic growthWater is critical not only to life, but also to economic growth and environmental outcomes. This article examines how water in Australia is currently allocated and used, and explores some of the consequences of current water management arrangements
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Centre of Excellence: National ICT AustraliaExtension of existing programme announced on 6 May 2004 as part of the new BAA package over seven years from 2004-05. This program will continue to enhance Australia’s strategic ICT research capacity and to build Australia’s competitive advantage in ICT
Square Kilometre Array - AustraliaUp to a hundred times more powerful than the world’s largest existing telescope, the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) will be one of the largest and most ambitious international science projects ever devised. It will help to answer fundamental questions abou
Hospital Information, Performance Information Program (HIPIP) HIPIP, formerly known as Casemix, aims to improve health service delivery (in terms of cost, equity and quality) through classification and data development, as well as research, analysis and informa
Research - Nurses returning to the Aged Care industryAn investigation of the issues surrounding the recruitment and retention of nurses in the Aged Care sector, in both residential and community care settings.
Rural and Remote General Practice Program (RRGPP)Programs: for medical students to do placements in rural areas; for students from rural areas to study medicine; to recognise and retain long-serving GPs in rural and remote communities.
Scientists in SchoolsThe Scientists in Schools program promotes science education in primary and secondary schools, helps to engage and motivate students in their learning of science, and broadens awareness of the types and variety of exciting careers available in the science
