Translational Research Grant, Training, development, commercialisation & innovation, Division of Health Sciences

The translation of research into products and services to benefit society is one of the aims of the Division of Health Sciences.

This grant is an initiative to assist researchers in the pursuit of research which translates into societal benefits.

Grant details

The value of the grant is NZ$50,000 (no overheads) or, if the selected project is eligible for seed funding, the value will be up to NZ$75,000 (no overheads)
All academic research staff in the Division of Health Sciences are eligible to apply
The grant is to be used by the successful applicant(s) to “prove the concept”
Otago Innovation Ltd will work closely with successful applicants to plan and carry out research activities which will result in the proof of concept
The translational research aims to generate intellectual property which may result in a patent application
The funds will be transferred to the successful applicant(s) in tranches related to agreed milestones
Shortlisted applicants will present to a panel of expert judges (the judges' decision is final)
Closing date for 2023 – Friday 16 June 2023

2020 winner has been announced:
Winning team from TRG competition

Complete the Application Form:
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Please use the Proof of Concept Grant form for TRG applications this year. Please note how you would scale your project to fit within the $50,000 TRG grant on the PoC application form.
Seek advice (if required):
Tel +64 3 479 3870
Email vicki.hume@otago.ac.nz
Submit application to vicki.hume@otago.ac.nz
Applications shortlisted will present before the adjudication panel.