Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) - Participation support
The Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) - Participation support helps early- and mid-career STEM researchers overcome practical barriers to attend professional development events, funded by the Australian Academy of Science.
Funder: Australian Academy of Science
Due Dates: October 5, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant; typical caps: $1,700 airfare, $250/night accommodation (max 5 nights), $50/day local transport (max 6 days), subject to program guidelines.
Summary: Supports early- and mid-career STEM researchers in Australia to overcome practical barriers (e.g., caring, accessibility) to attend professional development events.
Description
The Participation Support stream of the Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia), administered by the Australian Academy of Science, provides grants of up to $5,000 to early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) in STEM fields. The program aims to reduce practical barriers—such as caring responsibilities or accessibility requirements—that may prevent equitable participation in conferences, workshops, symposia, training, or other professional development opportunities. Funding is intended to cover direct costs associated with participation, not research or institutional expenses, and is awarded through a random selection process if demand exceeds available funds.
