Innovate Medtech

InnovateMedtech is a global medtech advisory and product development company specializing in proof-of-concept development, contract invention, and medical device product design. We help startups and scale-ups bring innovative medical technologies to market by providing expertise in prototyping, biosignal acquisition, regulatory pathways, and commercialization. Our team collaborates with investors, universities, and accelerators to support early-stage medtech innovation. At our booth, we will showcase live demonstrations of wearable biosensors to highlight our capabilities in biosignal acquisition and real-time data visualization. Through strategic consulting and hands-on product development, InnovateMedtech helps transform groundbreaking ideas into market-ready medical technologies.

Scientifix Pty Ltd

Now in its second decade of operation, Scientifix is an Australian-owned provider to the life science community. We partner with over 20 suppliers to offer world-class reagents and equipment to our customers. We have a strong knowledge base enabling us to provide effective workflow solutions and technical support. We specialise in tools for cell biology and cell-based research, molecular biology, protein expression and purification, specialist instrumentation, and general laboratory equipment.

Fund WA

At Fund WA, we’re committed to powering Western Australia’s most innovative, high-growth, and scalable ventures from the early stages of commercialisation. As the state’s only 100% WA-dedicated early-stage VC fund, we invest from Seed to Series A, providing the capital, expertise, and networks needed to accelerate success.

We are industry-agnostic, backing bold entrepreneurs across diverse sectors including, but not limited to software, health & life sciences, defence, energy, education, and the creative industries.

Our focus? Investing in game-changing ventures with the potential to scale globally and shape the future of WA’s economy.

Our team comprises seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to our portfolio companies. We encourage founders to engage with us early – starting the conversation helps us understand your vision and journey while equipping you with key insights to navigate our investment process successfully.

WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub

Western Australia has a history of innovative medical research that has been successfully translated and commercialised into novel medical products. 

The WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub is a partnership between MTPConnect (Australia’s Life Sciences Innovation Accelerator), The University of Western Australia, and the Western Australian Government. It is one of five WA Innovation Hubs that deliver programs to connect the innovation community, build entrepreneurial capacity, attract investment, and foster commercialisation. The other Innovation Hubs supported by the WA government are CyberWest, the WA Data Science Innovation Hub, the Creative Tech Village, and the GreenTech Hub.

The mission of the Hub is to contribute to the development and diversification of the state’s economy by supporting the growth of the health and medical life sciences (HMLS) sector, which will create jobs and future opportunities for local industry, innovators, and patients.

The Hub engages and supports all stakeholders across the WA HMLS sector, including; researchers, research institutions, the health system, government, investors, service providers, industry, start-ups and clinicians. 

The Hub is focused on supporting and promoting WA’s local capabilities, whilst ensuring that the state is integrated into national and international initiatives and programs so that the WA ecosystem is connected locally and globally.

University of Western Australia (UWA)

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a globally recognised research-intensive institution, ranked among the top 100 universities worldwide. The University’s highly acclaimed researchers are dedicated to creating innovative solutions to address critical global challenges and create impact.

Our research is supported by extensive national competitive funding, long-term industry partnerships and a world-class infrastructure portfolio.

Health Research Excellence: UWA has a strong track record in health research translation, with 19 health and medical companies spun out from intellectual property, including five ASX-listed companies. Our research has led to the development of several FDA-approved drugs, innovative diagnostic tools, therapeutic interventions, and treatment strategies.

Leadership in Agricultural and Biological Sciences: UWA is ranked 1st in Australia and 9th globally in Agricultural Sciences (ARWU 2024). Dedicated field stations for testing and de-risking innovations include the 1600-hectare UWA Ridgefield farm, UWA Shenton Park Field Station, Australia’s largest recirculating aquaculture facility, and the Indian Ocean Marine Research Centre.

Ready to innovate? UWA offers access to leading researchers, talented students, advanced equipment and cutting-edge technologies. We aim to understand your business needs and shape mutually beneficial partnerships to position you at the forefront of your industry. Explore opportunities and contact our dedicated industry engagement team: uwa.edu.au/industry.

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

We strive to cultivate and preserve Western Australia’s agriculture, food industry, and aquatic resources while also building vibrant regional communities with flourishing economies. We work with industries and businesses throughout the sector, helping them identify and capitalise on opportunities for growth as well as to manage and overcome obstacles.

We support all aspects of food and fibre production at each stage of the supply and value chains. This is achieved by building market knowledge and conducting innovative research and development. We also develop and enforce regulations that ensure the production of high-quality, safe and healthy food for our customers in Australia and overseas. Importantly, we are strong advocates for the WA agrifood sector and its vital contribution to the economy, jobs and regional growth.

Edith Cowan University (ECU)

Edith Cowan University’s dedication to providing industry-relevant research and award-winning facilities fosters outside the box thinking and a culture that embraces creativity to tackle challenges and seize opportunities.

ECU’s world-class research delivers meaningful real-world impact and solutions to some of our greatest global challenges. ECU works closely with local communities and industry partners to ensure we are focused on the challenges that matter.

Our research partnerships are diverse and meaningful. From aged care providers to airports; the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development to Rio Tinto; our research delivers relevant and impactful contributions to society. Whether it’s developing nature-based solutions and innovation for sustainability, or shaping the future of healthcare with genomics and precision health, ECU researchers together with industry partners are delivering the power to drive change.

With campuses in Joondalup, Mount Lawley and Bunbury, ECU is set to launch in the heart of Perth in late 2025, when ECU City opens its doors. This Perth city centred campus will be a place where technology, industry and creativity meet to deliver impactful research, and the creative thinkers, adaptive learners and global citizens who our world so desperately needs as the leaders of tomorrow.

Radium Capital

Radium Capital is Australia’s market leader in Research and Development (R&D) financing. We were formed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs. That’s why we don’t think like a bank!

We believe businesses with R&D should have access to capital when they need it. So, we created Radium Advances to provide quick, easy and early access to up to 80% of your expected R&D tax incentive refund. Radium Advances are available as a one-off cash injection, or can be used strategically multiple times throughout the year to smooth cash flow. The more you use Radium Advances the more your R&D benefits. Under a quarterly model, for the same expenditure, you can;

• boost your R&D spend by 50% or reduce your outlay by 33%.
• reinvest up to 150% of R&D expenditure back into R&D.

Since launching in 2017, Radium Capital has provided over $850m of funding to Australian innovation businesses. Find out how innovators across Australia are using non-dilutive R&D financing to accelerate growth, attract other sources of funding and smooth cash flow at radiumcapital.com.au

Curtin University

Curtin University is a leader in innovation for life sciences, driving impactful research and commercialisation in healthcare, biotechnology, and medical advancements. At the heart of this innovation is the Curtin Medical Research Institute (Curtin-MRI), a multidisciplinary hub dedicated to tackling major health challenges. Curtin-MRI researchers focus on age-related diseases, chronic conditions, and precision medicine, working collaboratively with industry and government partners to translate cutting-edge discoveries into real-world applications. From developing new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases to advancing cancer diagnostics, Curtin-MRI’s work is shaping the future of healthcare.

Curtin’s Research Office and Commercialisation team play a crucial role in transforming research breakthroughs into market-ready solutions. By fostering partnerships with industry leaders and entrepreneurs, the team ensures that life-changing discoveries reach those who need them most. Their expertise in intellectual property management, licensing, and startup development supports the transition of medical innovations from lab to patient.

With state-of-the-art facilities, industry collaborations, and a strong focus on translational research, Curtin is paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in life sciences.

Murdoch University

Murdoch University is a research-intensive institution committed to delivering high-quality research that addresses local and global challenges. Our researchers work across a range of disciplines, including agriculture, biosecurity, health, and environmental sustainability, contributing to innovation and positive societal change.

INSiGENe

INSiGENe is a startup specializing in bioinformatics as a service (BaaS), accelerating how life science organizations uncover deeper insights into disease through scalable data science solutions. Building long-term partnerships with our customers, we leverage our innovative DecipherC2C platform to stay at the forefront of drug target identification, combining cutting-edge technology with deep domain expertise to dramatically reduce the time from data generation to scientific discovery. Our culture of innovation, creativity, and continuous learning drives us to deliver high-impact, interdisciplinary science.

Life Sciences WA

Life Sciences WA is a dynamic coalition formed in 2021, uniting key stakeholders from government, academia, research institutions, industry bodies, and corporate entities. Our mission as a peak body is to promote WA’s innovations and competitive edge on a global scale, while providing our members with invaluable networking opportunities, market insights, and resources to drive business growth and commercialisation in our state. By fostering collaboration and attracting top talent and investment, Life Sciences WA plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the industry and influencing public policy to benefit the WA life sciences community.

ACWA

The Aquaculture Council of Western Australia Inc. (ACWA) is the incorporated peak body for the Western Australian aquaculture industry. Established in 1981, ACWA is a member driven organisation working to provide strategic leadership for the sustainable development of the aquaculture industry within Western Australia, including aiding in the implementation of the Aquaculture Development Plan, and providing effective representation of aquaculture industry interests.
ACWA’s membership includes growers of a range of species including (but not limited to) abalone, bivalve shellfish, coral and live rock, marine and freshwater finfish, marron, prawns, yabbies, and seaweed and marine algae. Our interests spans from the Kimberley to Esperance and includes both marine and land-based aquaculture operators.

Innovation Cluster

AgriStart (the Agricultural-Innovation division of Innovation Cluster) specialises in supporting the Australian Agriculture sector with research, innovation, entrepreneurship, commercialisation and program management services to empower and grow a quality and impactful Agriculture industry. AgriStart is experienced in managing complex projects involving numerous stakeholders, focused on delivering quality outcomes of benefit to participants and the agricultural sector. We have a unique background working with students, government, industry and startups, focusing on agtech and regional innovation.

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