What has been registered
The Australian Research Council has registered new grant opportunity guidelines for the Linkage Program's Industrial Transformation Research Program (ITRP). These guidelines are described as the 2026 edition and carry an effective date of 24 July 2026.
What the program covers
The Industrial Transformation Research Program funds collaborative research between universities and industry partners. The 2026 edition guidelines set out the rules for applying for and receiving grants under this program.
Administering bodies and legislation
The guidelines are administered by the Department of Education and are authorised under the Australian Research Council Act 2001.
Where to find the full guidelines
The full text of the 2026 edition guidelines is available on the Federal Register of Legislation. The source summary does not include specific dollar amounts, application deadlines, or submission portal details - those details are contained in the full document.
- Full guidelines: https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00994
Key actions stated in the source
- Read the full 2026 edition guidelines at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00994 to find specific grant amounts, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for the Industrial Transformation Research Program.
- Businesses considering partnering with a university on an industry research project can check whether they qualify as an industry partner under the ITRP guidelines.
- Contact the Australian Research Council or the Department of Education directly for application instructions, as the source does not specify a submission portal or deadline.
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