Open⚠ Closes 31 March 2026

MRFF 2022 Frontier Health and Medical Research Grant Opportunity

Funding

Up to $25,000,000

Region

Australia

Closing Date

31 March 2026

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Overview

This grant program supports researchers pursuing innovative 'moonshot' projects to develop new products and interventions for currently serious and incurable health conditions. Funding supports medical research programs with a 10-year time horizon that develop novel health technologies or repurpose existing technologies in novel ways, with the goal of achieving full clinical implementation.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be an eligible entity (medical research institute, university, corporate Commonwealth entity, or corporation) incorporated in Australia with an ABN. The organisation must provide board support evidence, partner letters of support, and audited financial statements. Individuals, partnerships, unincorporated associations, and organisations not compliant with the Workplace Gender Equality Act are ineligible.

Who Can Apply

ResearchersNonprofit

Relevant Industries

HealthMedical Research

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the official government portal. Review the eligibility criteria carefully before applying, and ensure all supporting documents are prepared.

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Disclaimer: Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines on the official program page before applying.

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