RNA Research and Training Network launched
Last month, the Office of the Chief Scientist and Engineer strengthened the State’s healthcare and biotechnology capabilities with the launch of the $17.6 million NSW RNA Research and Training Network (NSW-RRTN). The NSW-RRTN builds on the success of the NSW RNA Production and Research Network, established in 2021 with $4.9 million in NSW Health funding. |
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Expressions of interest now open for NAT-Net Competitive Grant
Expressions of interest for the Non-Animal Technologies Network Research Pillar Competitive Grant Scheme are now open! This grant is made possible by funding from NSW Health and supports collaborative, NSW-led research projects that drive groundbreaking discoveries and innovations in non-animal technologies - such as advanced in vitro models, computational methods, and biochemical assays - to improve medical research and reduce reliance on animal use. Up to three grants of $200,000 available.
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Applications for the RNA Pipeline Grants are now open
The RNA Pipeline Grants aim to foster the growth of a state-based RNA ecosystem by supporting companies developing innovative RNA therapeutics, vaccines and related technologies to progress toward commercialisation and manufacturing. The $6 million program is part of the NSW Government's RNA R&D Initiatives, administered by the Office of the Chief Scientist and Engineer. |
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Nominations open for the Elite Researcher Grants
Expressions of interest are now open for host organisations to nominate researchers for the NSW Health Elite Researcher Grants. The program provides funding to support elite researchers living and working overseas to relocate to NSW for the duration of the grant. By attracting world-class talent, this program helps NSW Health to build a strong, highly skilled research workforce and bridge the gap between research, policy and practice. |
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Applications closing soon for the Commercialisation Training Program One Day Seminars
The NSW Health Commercialisation Training Program is free for NSW-based participants and designed to help turn your health tech innovation into real-world impact. The One Day Seminar series covers key commercialisation topics: regulatory affairs, clinical trials and navigating the healthcare system. Each session offers practical insights from industry experts to support your innovation journey. | |
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Voting closing soon for the Research Administrator Awards 2025
The NSW Health Research Administrator Awards celebrate the individuals who support and enable health and medical research across NSW. If you’ve received outstanding support from a NSW Health Research Office - whether as a university collaborator, commercial partner, or interstate colleague - now's the time to cast your vote. Voting closes 4pm on 15 August 2025. |
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Science driving change for regional NSW and ACT
This National Science Week is a timely reminder of the important role science plays in transforming lives in regional, rural and remote communities. Through initiatives like the Rural, Regional and Remote Clinical Trials Enabling Program, research is supported and clinical trials are brought closer to home, attracting expertise, growing the local workforce and building infrastructure to deliver health outcomes for people in these communities.
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15 August
Understanding Macular Eye Disease: Mechanisms and Therapeutic Strategies
Kolling Institute
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26 August
Webinar: Consumers in Health Research
Sydney Health Partners
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29 August
Webinar: Translating next-generation gene therapies into the clinic
Kids Research
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2 September
Centering victim survivor voices in the study of sexual violence and migration
Kolling Institute
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17 September
Sydney Health Partners Annual Forum 2025
Sydney Health Partners
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The Office for Health and Medical Research sits in the Clinical Innovation and Research Division of NSW Health. The Office works with research communities, universities and business to promote growth and innovation in health and medical research to achieve better outcomes for patients and establish NSW as a global centre of excellence. |
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