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Do you have an innovation that could change industries, improve lives or solve global challenges? The Curtinnovation Awards celebrate bold thinkers at Curtin, who are making a real-world impact!
Past winners have developed incredible ideas, including a green hydrogen electrolyser using untreated water, an AI chatbot that supports wellbeing and a device preventing surgery for children with chronic ear infections.
Why apply:
Award recipients receive a cash prize of up to $15,000 and support to progress their ideas towards commercialisation, including eligibility for a Curtin Ignition Scholarship. You’ll gain industry recognition and have the chance to connect with business, government and research leaders at an awards luncheon.
How to apply:
The Awards are open to members of the Curtin community, including staff, students, alumni and graduates of Curtin accelerator and entrepreneurship programs.
Applications are now open until Friday 10 April. For more information on how to apply, visit Curtinnovation Awards.
Curtinnovation Awards: Application Workshop
Want to know more about how to apply?
Join us for a practical session unpacking the Curtinnovation Awards application process, with tips for preparing a strong submission and time for Q&A.
Date: Thursday 19 March 2026
Time: 12pm–1pm
Venue: Curtin Entrepreneurs Hub (418.127)
Light lunch provided
