Cooperative research centre projects (CRC-P) grants now open

CRC-P grants are available for up to three years and provide funding for short-term research collaborations. Matched funding is available between $100,000 and $3 million.

Projects must:

• Develop a product, service or process that will solve problems for industry and deliver real outcomes
• Benefit small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs)
• Include education and training activities.

Businesses can use the funding to cover costs directly related to the project, including:

• New research
• Proof of concept activities
• Pre-commercialisation of research outcomes
• Industry-focused education and training activities
• Conferences, workshops and symposia related to the joint research
• Information sharing and communications related to the research.

Applications are open until 14 September 2023.

For eligibility and guidelines, and to make an application, visit the Business.gov.au website.