Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) - Flagship activity
The Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) – Flagship activity funds EMCR-led STEM projects that foster collaboration and innovation, administered by the Australian Academy of Science.
Funder: Australian Academy of Science
Due Dates: October 5, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to AUD $50,000 per grant for EMCR-led activities; typically for one-off, high-impact projects.
Summary: Supports early- and mid-career researchers in STEM to deliver high-impact, collaborative activities that benefit Australia's research community.
Key Information: Evidence of sponsorship or partner support is mandatory at application.
Description
The Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) – Flagship activity, administered by the Australian Academy of Science, provides substantial grants to empower early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) in Australia’s STEM fields. The initiative funds ambitious, EMCR-led activities—including conferences, workshops, training programs, and collaborative projects—that create tangible, lasting benefits for the broader research community. The program aims to foster leadership, build networks, and deliver outcomes that extend beyond the event itself, with a strong emphasis on partnership and sponsorship to maximize reach and impact.
