Research and development is a major driver of economic growth and competitiveness. The continuum that ends with jobs growth and the emergence of new industries and enterprises begins with research and development activity.
Due to the increasingly competitive environment for highly skilled researchers and research grant funding in Australia, a review of the Premier’s Science and Research Fund has been undertaken by the Department of Further Education, Employment Science and Technology (DFEEST).
The repurposed fund, now known as the Premier’s Research and Industry Fund (PRIF), aims to support South Australia’s research community to compete successfully on a national and global scale. The fund will encourage investment in key science and research areas that have the potential to generate significant economic, social and/or environmental benefits for the State.
The PRIF will be comprised of four key categories:
- South Australian Research Fellowships
- Collaboration Pathways Program
- Innovation Voucher Program
- International Research Grant Program
Applications are assessed on a competitive basis and are linked to the seven strategic priorities for South Australia:
- Creating a vibrant city
- Safe communities, healthy neighbourhoods
- An affordable place to live
- Every chance for every child
- Growing advanced manufacturing
- Realising the benefits of the mining boom for all
- Premium food and wine from our clean environment
Guidelines and application forms for each of the four categories can be accessed via the links below:
- South Australian Research Fellowships
- Collaboration Pathways Program
- Innovation Voucher Program
- International Research Grant Program
For further information, please contact:
Ms Vicki Tindall
Project Officer, Science and Research
DFEEST
Phone: +61 8 8207 8702
Email: vicki.tindall@sa.gov.au