News Directory
Keep up to date with MTPConnect news and events, updated regularly. If you have news or events the sector would be interested to hear about, please let us know at media@mtpconnect.org.au.
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23 August 2022
Register for National Healthcare Datathon
Are you a clinician, medical researcher or data scientist? Join this rare opportunity to explore hands-on, the possibilities of big data analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for solving your healthcare challenges at the IntelliHQ & ANZICS National Healthcare Datathon on the 15-16th October 2022.
22 August 2022
AusHSI Celebrates Cardiac Month
The Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI), one of our TTRA partners, has designated August as Cardiac Month to highlight the work of its Cardiac Health Services group, who are focused on developing new knowledge to drive implementation of high value cardiovascular health services.
19 August 2022
New Report Reveals Commercialisation Journey of Biomedical Translation Bridge Innovations
As the $22.3 million Biomedical Translation Bridge (BTB) program moves to completion, a new report has captured a series of powerful case studies highlighting the journey of the 21 innovations supported by the program, striving to commercialise their medical products.
17 August 2022
Join the Australian delegation to The MedTech Conference in Boston
Join the Australian delegation to The MedTech Conference (24 - 26 October 2022) in Boston, Massachusetts and be part of the Australian Pavilion exhibit. MTPConnect is leading this mission to the US to showcase Australia’s outstanding innovative medical technologies and unique capabilities and build valuable connections into international markets.
12 August 2022
Introducing Dr Jafar Hasan – Project Manager, Diagnostics Industry Engagement
We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Jafar Hasan as the Project Manager, Diagnostics Industry Engagement.
11 August 2022
MTPConnect-backed National Biologics Manufacturing Facility Opened by Industry Minister
With funding support from MTPConnect, CSIRO’s new biomanufacturing facility in Melbourne has today been opened by Industry and Science Minister, Hon. Ed Husic MP.
10 August 2022
In Case You Missed It: Here’s What The MTPConnect Team Has Been Up To in July
Check out what MTPConnect got up to in July!
09 August 2022
TTRA Staff Changes
Staff movements mean some interim changes are being made in the Targeted Translation Research Accelerator (TTRA) team.
27 July 2022
MTPConnect’s CTCM program launches next funding opportunity to boost commercialisation of Australian medical devices
The Clinical Translation and Commercialisation Medtech (CTCM) Program, a Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) initiative delivered by MTPConnect, will open its second round in September 2022. Applications are sought from Australian small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) developing home-grown medical devices.
26 July 2022
The WILD Program Opens for Applications
Are you a STEM Leader? The Women in Leadership Development (WILD) Program for 2023 is now open for applications!
25 July 2022
TIA partners with AAMRNet to accelerate therapeutic development research
TIA is using its Pipeline Accelerator scheme to support three research projects targeting antimicrobial resistance (AMR), with additional funding provided by the MTPConnect-operated Australian Antimicrobial Resistance Network (AAMRNet).
22 July 2022
Australian Clinical Entrepreneur Program Applications Now Open!
Applications are now open for the Australian Clinical Entrepreneur Program (AUSCEP), made possible by our REDI initiative. The Program has been co-designed by clinicians for clinicians and aims to develop entrepreneurial skills and networks to build better healthcare.
15 July 2022
Report for TGA on 'Cell, Gene and Tissue Regulatory Framework in Australia: Stakeholder Perspectives' Published
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) commissioned MTPConnect to conduct a stakeholder review of the regulatory framework for gene, cell and tissue therapies in Australia and the report has recently been published.
15 July 2022
In Case You Missed It: Here’s What The MTPConnect Team Has Been Up To in June
Check out what MTPConnect got up to in June!