Research Link Australia
The Research Link Australia (RLA) project is designed to enhance research-industry collaboration by increasing the visibility of R&D capabilities and opportunities in both sectors. RLA will serve as a comprehensive platform for connecting businesses with research expertise, products, and capabilities, while simultaneously linking researchers with industry R&D initiatives and prospects. This connection will facilitate research and industry collaborations crucial for translational research and industry innovation.
Australian Research Council (ARC) - Non-University Collaboration
Health and Wellbeing
1,061 Health and Wellbeing Projects Powered by ARC and Industry Collaboration in the Last Decade
Over the past decade from 2013 to 2023, the Australian Research Council (ARC) has significantly impacted non-clinical health and well-being research with 3,427 grants in domains such as psychology and microbiology. Of the numerous funded projects, 1,061 benefited from collaborations with entities outside the university sector.
$971 Million of ARC Funding Boosted Industry Collaborations in Health and Wellbeing in the Last Decade
The Australian Research Council has shown a significant commitment to advancing research in health and wellbeing. Over the course of a decade, this commitment is reflected in the allocation of more than $2.2 billion to a broad range of research areas, including but not limited to public health, biochemistry, and psychology. A noteworthy aspect of this investment is the emphasis on collaboration. In fact, partnerships with organisations outside of Australian Universities have been a major part of this initiative, accounting for 44% of the total funding. This means that over $971 million has been invested in these collaborative efforts, demonstrating the value placed on interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral research.
Agriculture and Food Security
$395 Million of ARC Investment Over a Decade Strengthens Industry Collaborations in Agriculture and Food Security
Spanning a decade from 2013 to 2023, the Australian Research Council allocated over $674 million to the development and enhancement of agricultural and food security research within Australia. A significant portion of these funds, approximately 58% or $395 million, was directed towards projects that fostered collaborations beyond the confines of Australian universities. These collaborations were seen as a vital component in driving innovation and progress in the field. The research fields that were the primary beneficiaries of this funding were diverse, reflecting the multifaceted nature of agricultural and food security research. These included Ecology, a field integral to understanding and preserving our natural environments for sustainable agricultural practices. Crop and Pasture Production also received substantial funding, underscoring the importance of enhancing productivity and sustainability in our farming systems. Lastly, Food Sciences, a field dedicated to improving the quality, safety, and nutritional value of our food supply, was also a major recipient of the funding.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research
420 Indigenous Research Projects are Powered by ARC and Industry Collaboration
From 2003 to 2024, the Australian Research Council (ARC) funded 420 collaborative research projects that contributed to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Key collaborators in these projects include the National Museum of Australia, the Western Australian Museum, and the Department of Education.
$338 Million in ARC Investments Boosted Industry Collaborations in Indigenous Research
Since 2023, the Australian Research Council has invested AUD 338 million in collaborative research projects that have benefited Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The majority of these projects are funded through the ARC Centres of Excellence and Linkage programs. This is 53% of AUD 605 million of ARC funding that can be linked to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.