Australia's Economic Accelerator

Australian Government backs bold ideas to solve real-world challenges

From solar-powered hydrogen reactors to wi-fi that works deep underground, 39 research projects have been awarded support through the Albanese Government’s Australia’s Economic Accelerator (AEA) Innovate program.

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Applications are now open for Ignite Round 3, supporting researchers to turn bold ideas into real‑world impact

If you’re passionate about seeing your research make a difference beyond the lab, we encourage you to apply.

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Charting a new course for research commercialisation

Are you a researcher at an Australian university? Could your research become a new product or service? Let’s make it happen.

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Portable COVID-19 test strips: A new benchmark in biosensor testing

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for rapid, accurate and accessible testing methods.

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Australia backs new wave of high impact research with over $72.5 million in AEA Ignite grants

Australia’s research and innovation pipeline is set for a major boost, with more than $72.5 million awarded through the latest round of Australia’s Economic Accelerator (AEA) Ignite program.

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Latest news

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Turn your ideas into innovation: Apply now for the National Industry PhD Program

Dated: 9 February 2026

Category: News article

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Australia backs new wave of high impact research with over $72.5 million in AEA Ignite grants

Dated: 20 January 2026

Category: Media release

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Second round of AEA Ignite and Innovate now open for applications

Dated: 23 July 2025

Category: Media release

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Upcoming Events

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Science Meets Parliament 2026 

25 March to 26 March 2026

9am

Parliament House, Canberra

Quantum Australia 

28 April to 30 April 2026

8am – 5:30pm

Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide

Collaborate Innovate 2026 

20 May to 22 May 2026

The University Club of Western Australia, Perth

AIATSIS20 Summit 

1 June to 5 June 2026

Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre, Gold Coast