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Project Grants

The Project Grants Scheme is the NHMRC’s main avenue of support for individuals and small teams of researchers undertaking biomedical, public health and health services research in Australian universities, medical schools, hospitals and other research institutions.

Apply for Funding

The NHMRC’s Research Grants Management System (RGMS) must be used to access/enter your CV and Profile, or submit a Project Grant Application. 

Prior to the end of 2009, all current NHMRC grant holders will receive information by email on how to log into RGMS.  If you are not a current NHMRC grant holder and wish to access RGMS, please consult https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/grants/rgms/index.htm for more information.

The Informed Filler application software is NOT to be used for any future Project Grant Applications

A complete Project Grant Application must consist of the following:

  1. Certain information from your RGMS CV/Profile
  2. PDF Document containing your Detailed Background and Research Plan
  3. A completed RGMS Project Grant Application

Prior to submission of an application for project funding, applicants are to ensure they:

  • read all relevant reference material; and
  • liaise with their Administering Institution to identify any specific requirements that the Institution may have.

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Key dates

The key dates for the Project Grants 2010 funding round are as follows:

  • 8 December 2009 – Applications open
  • 17 March 2010 – Applications close

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Documentation to apply for a Project Grant

  1. Review the Project Grant Funding Policy for funding commencing in 2011, in particular the eligibility requirements;
  2. Advice and Instructions to Applicants for funding commencing in 2011
  3. Fields of Research and Grant Advisory Group Structure
  4. Criteria for Health and Medical Research of Indigenous Australians
    Applicants for NHMRC Project Grants in the area of Indigenous Health research are required to address the Criteria for Health and Medical Research of Indigenous Australians
  5. Australian Standard Research Classifications & NHMRC Keyword ⁄ Phrases
  6. Budget Mechanism (PSP Levels)

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Special Initiative Areas websites

Applications seeking funding under the Special Initiative of :

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Further Information

» Download: RGMS FAQ’s (PDF, KB) PDF icon

If you require more information, direct your inquiry to your Research Administration Office in the first instance.

If you require assistance and are unable to satisfy your concern by seeking assistance through your administering institution:

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