Strategic Goals by 2035


By 2035, AICRO will stand as a catalyst for research and innovations that create measurable benefits for Australia and the world. 

We will improve lives, build industries, empower Australia’s regional research communities, and support a sustainable planet.

Our 2035 Commitment

Build Global and Regional Research Partnerships

Position Australia as a trusted hub, leading 200+ partnerships that connect local expertise, regional strengths, and international networks to drive innovation and impact.

Secure National and International Research Investment

Attract over AUD 10 billion in competitive funding through NHMRC, MRFF, ARC, Horizon Europe, NIH, and other global agencies to support world-class research and innovation.

Develop a World-Class AI Research & Innovation Lab

Establish a global centre for artificial intelligence, applying advanced technologies across health, climate, manufacturing, and national priority sectors, with strong regional research participation.

Advance Australia’s National and Regional Research Priorities

Ensure all AICRO projects deliver on the Australian Government’s Science and Research Priorities — including health, clean energy, AI, advanced manufacturing, food security, soil and water, resources, transport, and cybersecurity — while supporting regional innovation hubs.

Australia–Global Innovation Forum

Host an annual forum that brings together universities, industry, policymakers, and international partners to exchange ideas, co-design projects, and showcase innovations

Build Education Pathways and Research Capacity

Reinvest 50% of profits into education, training, and community programs, delivering 50,000 scholarships, internships, and upskilling opportunities by 2035.

Transform Industry–University Collaboration

Enable 10,000 collaborations where academia and industry jointly create innovations, translating research into policy, products, and commercial solutions.

Achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Align every AICRO program with the UN SDGs, ensuring Australian research and innovations strengthen global sustainability and social progress.

How We Will Achieve These Goals

Partnership Frameworks – Establishing Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), co-funding agreements, and strong governance structures to build trust and long-term cooperation.
Grant Development – Co-designing competitive proposals for NHMRC, MRFF, ARC, Horizon Europe, NIH, and other global agencies.
Innovation Pathways – Ensuring research outcomes are translated into commercial products, public policies, and community solutions.
Regional Engagement – Creating opportunities for regional universities, industries, and communities to participate fully in global collaborations.

Milestones and Roadmap

2025 – Foundations
Build governance frameworks, launch the AI Research Lab, and initiate regional research hubs.

2030 – Acceleration
Scale partnerships, secure multi-billion-dollar global funding, and host the Australia–Global Innovation Forum as a leading annual event.

2035 – Global Leadership
Position Australia as a global leader in collaborative research and innovation, with measurable contributions to industries, communities, and the planet.

How We Work With

Universities and Institutes

We help transform academic discoveries into innovations with direct application in industry and society. By linking researchers with industry and policy leaders, we ensure that research outcomes are translated into measurable benefits for communities across Australia.

Government

Our projects are carefully aligned with the Australian Government’s national research priorities, including health, climate resilience, AI, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing. We provide governments with evidence-based insights that shape policy and deliver social, economic, and environmental impact.

Industry

We connect Australian businesses with world-class researchers, helping them to stay competitive in rapidly changing markets. By embedding research expertise into industry challenges, we drive productivity, foster innovation, and support the development of new products, services, and technologies.

Funding Access

We assist partners in securing competitive national research grants such as ARC, NHMRC, MRFF, and CRC programs. Our expertise in project design, compliance, and submission processes increases the success rate of funding applications, ensuring critical investment for impactful projects.

Innovation Pipelines

We work with Australian innovators to build strong pipelines that move research from concept to market. Through pilot projects, prototyping, and commercialisation support, we help ensure Australian research delivers practical, industry-ready solutions.

Regional partnerships

Beyond capital cities, we build partnerships with regional universities, SMEs, and innovation hubs. These collaborations ensure that research and development benefits extend to regional and rural Australia, driving local growth and resilience.

Universities and Institutes

We connect leading Australian researchers with global universities and institutes to co-design research programs of international significance. These partnerships foster long-term collaboration, student mobility, and knowledge exchange.

Industry

International companies gain access to Australia’s innovation ecosystem, enabling the joint development of cutting-edge technologies and solutions. By working with us, global industry leaders can establish strong partnerships with Australian researchers and businesses.

Governments and Agencies

We partner with international governments, development agencies, and multilateral organisations to co-develop initiatives that address shared societal challenges. From healthcare access to climate change, we align Australian expertise with global missions.

Global Funding

We collaborate on proposals for Horizon Europe, NIH, World Bank, ADB, and other major international programs. By combining Australian capability with international networks, we increase competitiveness and attract global investment.

Knowledge Exchange

Our partnerships enable two-way knowledge transfer. International experts bring insights that strengthen Australian projects, while Australian research contributes to solutions that benefit communities worldwide.

Sustainable Impact

We ensure international collaborations deliver tangible benefits. Projects are designed to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals and other international agendas, creating long-term social, economic, and environmental outcomes.

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