Posts tagged Commercialisation Australia Grant
Commercialisation Australia Round 2 Recipients- 11 success stories
Jul 15th
A new design for motorcycle safety helmets to reduce the risk of injury and the creation of light therapy glasses for the treatment of insomnia, jet lag and depression are among the bright new ideas to be supported by Commercialisation Australia.
Commercialisation Australia is the Australian Government’s primary source of assistance for businesses transforming their ideas More >
CEO announced for Commercialisation Australia
Apr 20th
Mr Doron Ben-Meir has been appointed inaugural CEO of Commercialisation Australia, which helps researchers and entrepreneurs turn ideas into dollars and jobs.
Innovation Minister Senator Kim Carr announced the appointment in Melbourne while opening Collaborating for Success – the inaugural conference of the Government’s innovation advisory bodies.
“Mr Ben-Meir will play an essential role in building Australia’s innovation capacity and ensuring that great Australian ideas are developed in this country rather than going offshore,” Senator Carr said.
First round results Commercialisation Australia Grants
Apr 16th
21 new Australian innovations become commercial realities under the new Commercialisation Australia Grants Program, including new anti-cancer therapeutics and new technology to protect dolphins. See the listing of companies.
Commercialisation Australia Grants Board Members Announced Feb 2010
Feb 11th
The Board members and Chair for Commercialisation Australia’s $196 million initiative has been announced.
Announcing the board members, Innovation Minister Senator Kim Carr said that the calibre of the appointees shows just how serious the Rudd Government is about providing a useful tool to help business succeed and generate high-wage, high-skill jobs. “The board members have a thorough understanding of the commercialisation process,” Senator Carr said. “Their collective experience extends right across the research, industry and investment communities.
Commercialisation Australia Grants Open Jan 2010
Dec 20th
Commercialisation Australia grants are now open as of January 2010. The initiative aims to build the capacity of Australia’s talented researchers, entrepreneurs and innovative companies to turn their ideas into successful commercial ventures. It achieves this through offering a range of tailored assistance measures and guiding successful applicants through the commercialisation process.
Commercialisation Australia offers:
1. Skills and Knowledge support to help build the skills, knowledge and connections required to commercialise new ideas.
Up to $50,000 to pay for specialist advice and services
Up to $200,000 over two years to assist with the recruitment of experienced executives
2. Proof of Concept grants of $50,000 to $250,000 to test the commercial viability of a product, process or service
3. Early Stage Commercialisation repayable grants of $250,000 to $2 million to undertake activities that develop a new product, process or service to the stage where it can be taken to market.
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