Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) - Participation support
The Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) - Participation Support grant from the Australian Academy of Science helps EMCRs overcome barriers to attend STEM research events by funding travel, childcare, and accessibility needs.
Funder: Australian Academy of Science
Due Dates: August 2026 (Call for applications) | October 2026 (Eligibility screening) | November 2026 (Selection) | December 2026 (Notification of outcomes)
Funding Amounts: Up to AUD $5,000 per award; covers travel, childcare, accessibility, and participation costs for eligible events.
Summary: Supports Australian early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) facing caring, accessibility, or mobility barriers to attend STEM research events.
Key Information: Selection is by random draw among eligible applicants; activities must occur in 2026 and support is for confirmed events only.
Description
The Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) - Participation Support grant, offered by the Australian Academy of Science, provides targeted financial assistance to early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) in Australia who face additional barriers—such as caring responsibilities, accessibility needs, or mobility challenges—that may prevent them from attending conferences, symposia, or workshops in their research field. The grant is designed to promote equitable participation in professional development and research events across all STEM disciplines by helping cover practical expenses like travel, childcare, accessibility support, and participation fees.
