Industry Grants in Australia

Supports research projects that initiate or develop long-term strategic research alliances between higher education organisations and research end-users (business, industry, community organisations, or publicly funded research agencies). Projects must apply advanced knowledge to problems, acquire new knowledge, and secure commercial or other benefits of research.

The LIEF scheme provides funding to eligible organisations for research infrastructure, equipment and facilities that can be shared between higher education organisations and industry. Applicants may seek funding for infrastructure and equipment purchases, construction and installation, leasing, consortium membership costs, and specialised computing facilities. The scheme supports excellent pure basic, strategic basic and applied research across all disciplines excluding clinical and medical research.

The LIEF scheme provides funding to eligible organisations for research infrastructure, equipment and facilities that can be shared between higher education organisations and industry. Researchers can seek funding for infrastructure and equipment purchases, construction and installation, leasing, consortium membership costs, and specialised computing facilities. The scheme fosters collaboration and supports excellent research across all disciplines excluding clinical and medical research.

The CRC Grants Program provides funding to establish and operate Cooperative Research Centres that bring together researchers, industry, and other partners to conduct collaborative research. The program supports multiple active CRCs across various sectors including digital health, agriculture, manufacturing, energy, and environmental sustainability, with funding terms typically spanning 10 years.

Long-term, industry-led research collaboration funding that supports cooperative research between universities, industry, and other organizations. The program funds applied research projects that address industry challenges and drive innovation, as demonstrated by the CRC for Low Carbon Living's work on renewable energy sharing technology.

Long-term, industry-led research collaboration funding that supports cooperative research efforts between industry, government, and research institutions. The program provides a platform for innovative projects requiring expertise from multiple sectors to deliver tangible outcomes.

A NSW Government program developing technical specifications and piloting innovative projects to accelerate the uptake of low emissions products, services and materials across transport, building and housing sectors. The program supports the transition to net zero emissions by 2050 through guides for EV charger installation, low carbon concrete specifications, and energy efficiency upgrades for households.

This initiative provides funding to a service provider to facilitate connections between industry, universities, registered training organisations and government entities. It delivers mentoring, exchange programs, industry placements and training for researchers to enhance their capacity to commercialise and translate health research.