AEA supports researchers to take their work further – translating ideas into real-world impact, industry partnerships, and commercial opportunities.
Through AEA, funded projects and their partners are progressing from proof-of-concept or proof-of-scale towards practical application. This work is delivering new products, services and businesses aligned with national priorities, while strengthening industry collaboration, attracting investment, and creating pathways from research to market.
AEA-funded projects bring together universities, businesses and industry to address real-world challenges. Collectively, recipients form a cohort of leading researchers driving innovation that contributes to improved outcomes for communities, a stronger economy, and Australia’s global research standing.
While AEA is no longer open for new applications, the program continues to support project delivery and impact. A range of tools, guidance and support materials are available to assist with project management, reporting requirements and commercialisation outcomes.
- Access resources for current recipients to support delivery, reporting and commercialisation activities.
- Explore the Funded Projects page to see the breadth of work underway across the program