We’re the linchpin connecting the defence industry, universities and government. We find the right collaborators for talented researchers, innovative companies and government. If you’re looking for an entry point into the defence innovation sector – you’ve come to the right place.
Current Opportunities
Keep up-to-date with the latest opportunities within The Defence Sector


US Dept of Defense - Neurofibromatosis Research Program
Clinical Trial Award - HT9425-23-NFRP-CTA
up to USD$800,000 over 4 years
letters of intent due 11 August 2023
supports research with the potential to have a major impact on the treatment or management of NF.
must support a clinical trial (phase 0, 1, or 2 clinical trials relevant to NF or ...
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US Dept of Defense - Melanoma Research Program
Idea Award - HT9425-23-MRP-IA
up to USD$500,000 over 3 years
Pre-proposals due 10 July 2023
Supports new ideas that represent innovative, high-risk/high-gain approaches to melanoma research that are beyond an incremental advancement.
Emphasis on innovation and impact.
PIs new to the melanoma field are encouraged
preliminary data discouraged
clinical trials ...
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US Dept of Defense - Combat Readiness Medical Research Program - Translational Research Award
up to USD$1.1M over 2 years
letters of intent due 7 July 2023
Supports hypothesis-driven, high-impact translational research.
Supports high-impact translational research that will accelerate the movement of innovative research into clinical applications, including health care products, interventions, technologies, and/or clinical practice guidelines.
preliminary data required
clinical research allowed
clinical ...
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Building the STEM Pipeline
Through undergraduate and postgraduate internships, postgraduate scholarship top-ups, prototype development and more, we support science and technology R&D at various stages, ensuring a robust STEM pipeline.

Acting as an Informed Entry Point
With strong connections into universities, industry and government, the DSI provides a broad overview of defence-relevant capabilities, facilities and priorities across Victoria and Tasmania.

Supporting Collaborations
DSI’s grants and supporting activities facilitate collaborative research and commercial projects. We help open the unmarked door to new partnerships and opportunities.

Bringing People and Solutions Together
We match people from different sectors looking for specific capability, commercial solutions or funding opportunities and bring together the technically and culturally compatible partners.
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