Industry can benefit in a number of ways by partnering with the University of Tasmania to help solve their pain points:
Industry-friendly researchers
UTAS has a longstanding history of working with industry with over 400 industry partners.
Access world-class research and facilities
UTAS is ranked in the Top 2% of universities worldwide and has achieved at or above world standard in 94% of its disciplines.
Leverage R&D funds
UTAS has demonstrated ability to leverage industry funds and attract Federal and State government funding.
Critical Mass
By supporting UTAS research, you are investing in a critical mass of expertise that can support industry's needs now and in the future.
Competitive advantage
UTAS research can lead to new innovations and inventions that can provide a competitive advantage.
Access to industry ready graduates
UTAS is committed to providing its graduates with real-world practical skills and experience through placement with industry.
Access to global networks
UTAS collaborates with over 117 countries worldwide.
Flexible IP arrangements
UTAS has flexible IP arrangements that seek to maximise the impact of research.
Multidimensional approach
UTAS promotes multidimensional collaborations in order to solve complex real world problems.
Funding Opportunities
The University of Tasmania can identify and secure funding opportunities that facilitate collaboration with industry and reduce partner contributions.
These include:
- R&D Tax Incentive
- Innovation Connections
- Global Connections
- Accelerating Commercialisation
- Global Innovation Linkages
- Cooperative Research Centre and Projects
- Industry Growth Centre Funds
- Australian Research Council Linkage Programme
- National Health and Medical Research Council
- Rural Research Development Corporations
Download a summary of R&D Funding Opportunities for Industry (PDF 690KB)
