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12 March 2025
2025 Ideas Grants Round - Now open
The Ideas Grant scheme is now open for applications in Sapphire.
Key Dates:
- Applications open: Wednesday 12 March 2025
- Minimum data due: Wednesday 9 April 2025 17:00 AEST
- Applications close: Wednesday 7 May 2025 17:00 AEST
The objective of the Ideas Grant scheme is to support innovative research projects addressing a specific question(s).
To assist applicants and RAOs prepare applications, the following resources are available on GrantConnect:
- Ideas Grants 2025 Guidelines
- Ideas Grants 2025 Peer Review Guidelines
- CIA grant proposal template
- Key Characteristics of Ideas Grant Applications
To determine eligibility to apply for an Ideas Grant for the 2025 round, please use the Eligibility Web Tool.
Applicants need to ensure that their Sapphire account is active or register for access to Sapphire well in advance of the minimum data deadline.
Please contact the Research Help Centre on 1800 500 983 or email help@nhmrc.gov.au for further information or assistance.