NAT-Net Research Pillar Competitive Grant Scheme
The Non-Animal Technologies Network (NAT-Net) invites applications for the Research Pillar Competitive Grant Scheme. This program funds collaborative, NSW-led research projects that advance innovative non-animal technologies in medicine and health.
The NAT NET Research Pillar Competitive Grant Scheme is no longer accepting applications. Thank you for your interest.
Funding available
Up to three grants of $200,000 each, for two-year projects commencing March 2026. Total funding pool: $600,000.
The University of New South Wales is the administering organisation of NAT-Net. The NAT-Net Research Pillar Competitive Grant is made possible by funding from NSW Health.
Eligibility
Collaborations must involve at least two eligible research institutions (including at least one in NSW) and an early-mid career researcher (EMCR) as Chief Investigator. Projects must demonstrate substantial innovation in non-animal technologies. Host organisations may submit a maximum of two applications each.
Application process
The application and selection process includes two stages:
- Stage 1: Expression of Interest, opens on 28 July 2025.
- Stage 2: Full Application, only after the application has been shortlisted after the EOI stage.
Applications must be submitted by email using the provided forms. Full eligibility criteria, guidelines, and application forms are available for download below.
Briefing event
An online briefing for applicants will be held on Wednesday 13 August, 12–1pm AEST.
Please register for the event using the following link below:
Key dates
Stage |
Date |
|---|---|
Expression of Interest (EOI) open |
28 July 2025 |
Online Briefing |
13 August 2025 |
EOIs close |
25 August 2025, 12pm (AEST) |
EOI review period |
September |
Applicants notified of EOI outcomes/ Full applications open |
10 October 2025 |
Full Applications close |
10 November 2025, 12pm (AEDT) |
Full Applications review period |
November - February |
Applicants notified of full application outcome |
February 2026 |
Funding awarded and projects commence |
March 2026 |
Relevant documents
Grant Guidelines [V25.08.01]
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- 490 KB
Expression of Interest Application Form (PDF)
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- 389 KB
Expression of Interest Application Form (Word)
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- DOCX
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- 187 KB
Full Application Form (PDF)
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- 409 KB
Full Application Form (Word)
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- DOCX
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- 191 KB
UNSW Grant Agreement Template
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- 218 KB
Online Briefing Frequently Asked Questions
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- 322 KB
Online Briefing Slide Deck
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- 892 KB
Full Application Scoring Matrix
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- 452 KB
Expression of Interest Scoring Matrix
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- 440 KB