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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.
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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WA Government Announces $16 Million Boost to Child Health Research 25 October 2024 The Western Australian Government has announced a $16 million investment in the WA Child Research Fund (WACRF) over the next four years. This funding aims to advance child and adolescent health and medical research, providing crucial support for innovative projects that address pressing health issues among Western Australia’s youth. The WACRF, co-funded by the State Government and the Channel 7 Telethon Trust, has been a cornerstone of paediatric research since its inception in 2012. To date, it has awarded over $46.6 million to 160 projects, ranging from the development of probiotics to prevent childhood pneumonia to studies on the long-term impacts of paediatric burns. This latest funding round will see $3.6 million distributed among 6 pioneering research projects. Among the recipients is Dr. Noula Gibson from the Child and Adolescent Health Service, who has been awarded nearly $...

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