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  • OMRI at AusMedtech 2026: showcasing WA’s clinical trials and innovation ecosystem 25 March 2026 The Office of Medical Research and Innovation (OMRI) is proud to be supporting AusMedtech 2026, Australia’s leading medical technology conference, when it comes to Perth from 19–21 May 2026.
  • OMRI showcases WA’s momentum at BioInnovation Festival 2026 23 March 2026 The Office of Medical Research and Innovation (OMRI) were proud supporters of the 2026 BioInnovation Festival, a multi‑day event bringing together local, national and international leaders across health, medical research, biotechnology and investment.
  • Introducing the Office of Medical Research and Innovation Speaker Series 10 March 2026 The Office of Medical Research and Innovation (OMRI) is launching a new Speaker Series in 2026 to create a regular forum for thought leadership, discussion and connection across Western Australia’s health and medical research and innovation sector.
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    WA medtech company advances breast cancer imaging technology through clinical trials 19 February 2026 A Western Australian medical technology company is progressing the clinical development of a novel breast cancer imaging technology, highlighting the strength of the State’s health and medical research and innovation ecosystem.
  • Clinician Research Fellowships launched through FHRI–Raine partnership 13 February 2026 Applications are now open for the Clinician Research Fellowships, an initiative of the WA Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund delivered in partnership with the Raine Medical Research Foundation.

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    Consultation open: National Human Research Ethics and Governance form 09 October 2025 A draft Progress/Final Report Form has been developed as a foundational step toward establishing a nationally consistent approach to reporting on human research in the National One Stop Shop.
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    New legislation to support responsible data sharing 09 October 2025 Western Australia’s Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (PRIS Act) commences on 1 July 2026 and will impact researchers. Western Australia’s Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (PRIS Act) will strengthen accountability and transparency in how government handles data.
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    PeopleWA dataset improves outcomes for WA communities 09 October 2025 Valuable population linked datasets are available to researchers, community organisations, and policymakers. PeopleWA allows researchers, community organisations, and policymakers to access population linked data and gain a deeper understanding on policies, services and programs in WA.
  • Conference speaker panel with female speaker talking into a microphone with men on either side
    2025 Barry Marshall Travel Awards Round 2 now open 04 August 2025 The Hospital Research Foundation Group invites applications from WA-based health and medical researchers for Round 2 of the 2025 Barry Marshall Travel Awards, which are available on a competitive basis to assist with some of the costs of participating in a national or international scientific conference.
  • Premier's Science Awards logo
    Apply now: 2025 Premier’s Science Awards 01 July 2025 Researchers – this is your moment to shine. Applications are now open for the 2025 Premier’s Science Awards, recognising excellence across Western Australia’s STEM community. With 10 award categories and $140,000 in total prize money or equivalent, the program celebrates achievements in scientific research, education, and engagement.
  • Woman holding baby
    2025 WIRF Scientific Dialogue – From Eminence to Evidence 01 July 2025 The Women and Infants Research Foundation (WIRF) invites you to its flagship scientific event, the 2025 WIRF Scientific Dialogue, taking place on Friday 5 September at the UWA Club Auditorium. This year’s theme, From Eminence to Evidence, highlights the critical importance of using robust, high-quality data to inform practice and policy in maternal and neonatal care.
  • Close-up of person's hands doing blood glucose test
    Diabetes Research Western Australia 2026 Research Grant Applications open 01 July 2025 Are you advancing research in diabetes? Diabetes Research Western Australiainvites applications for its 2026 research grant program, offering a $60,000 grant for a 12-month diabetes-related research project. This opportunity is open to individuals and project teams based in WA and welcomes proposals across all types of diabetes and populations.
  • Doctor discussing test results with patient
    Grants for gynaecological cancer research – applications now open 01 July 2025 WA-based researchers are invited to apply for a new special grant initiative offered by the Women and Infants Research Foundation (WIRF) supporting translational research in gynaecologic oncology.
  • Shadow of man's head across image of city
    Murray St innovation hub edges closer to world-class collaboration in heart of Perth 27 May 2025 Perth’s vision of a creating a world-class facility for medical research and innovation in Western Australia. is a step closer after an Indigenous business was awarded the $14 million contract to revamp the city’s former Electricity and Gas building in Murray Street.
  • Western Australia's Innovators of the Year 2025 logo
    Are you WA’s next innovator of the year? 26 May 2025 Western Australia’s Innovators of the Year program awards outstanding Western Australian entrepreneurial individuals and companies that have developed an innovative product, technology or service.
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