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Welcome to our October 2024 newsletter, packed with updates and opportunities for start-ups and SMEs from CSIRO and the wider innovation ecosystem.

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Open programs

Industry PhD scholarship program

The program is a collaborative effort between industry, CSIRO, and top Australian universities, designed to create PhD projects tailored to industry needs. Have a project in mind? Get in touch to commence the expression of interest process.

Generation STEM Links program

The program pairs NSW tertiary students in their final years of undergraduate study with industry for flexible internships. Students are employed by the business, engaged in hands-on projects, and have the opportunity for future employment.

RUIC program

The Regional University Industry Collaboration Program (RUIC) is designed for Queensland-based SMEs, providing support at every stage of their R&D journey.

Kick-Start program

Our program for Australian-based start-ups and SMEs offers dollar-matched funding from $10,000 to $50,000 for collaborative research projects.

Ecosystem events 

Tech Week 2024: Exploring the frontier of innovation

One of over 20 exciting events during Tech Week is a fireside chat on 28 October with Dr Megan Sebben, Kick-Start Program Manager, and visionary Indigenous tech founders. Grab a ticket to hear how traditional knowledge is being blended with cutting-edge technology.

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Funding opportunities

Funding to support co-innovation between SMES across Singapore and Australia: The GoGreen Co-Innovation Program (GGIP) Round 2 offers grants between $150,000 and $500,000 for Australian and Singaporean SMEs to collaborate on projects that reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability. Eligible businesses must partner across both countries to develop green solutions in areas like energy, agribusiness, and waste management. Learn more and apply.

Funding for Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturing enterprises: The Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program offers Tasmanian manufacturing businesses up to $100,000 in matched funding to purchase capital equipment that supports growth and job creation. Eligible businesses must be based in Tasmania and have a market-driven opportunity for expansion. Learn more and apply.

Matched funding for Queensland manufacturers: The Made in Queensland program offers matched funding between $50,000 and $2.5 million to help Queensland-based manufacturers adopt innovative technologies and systems. Eligible businesses must focus on areas like energy efficiency, export growth, sustainability, and decarbonisation. Learn more and apply.

Alum spotlight

CSIRO program alum

There's mush-room for plant-based Vitamin D

Hi-D, a family-run startup, has harnessed the expertise of our Kick-Start and RISE Accelerator programs to enhance their mushroom powders and expand into new markets.

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