Medical Research

The application period for the 2024-25 Premier’s Awards for Health and Medical Research has been extended.

Victoria is home to a world-class health and medical research community. The Victorian Government is committed to supporting our brightest minds as they continue making life-changing scientific breakthroughs and improving health outcomes for people here and around the world.

Health and medical research strategy

Victoria’s medical research community is solving global health challenges and advancing the Victorian economy.

Our sector

Driving innovation and scientific discovery to create jobs and support economic growth.

Sector support

Investing in our research community to support vital breakthroughs in treatment and care.

Case studies

Case study
GenV

The groundbreaking project mapping the health of an entire generation of young Victorians.

Case study
Navi Technologies

An innovative new device delivering lifesaving medications to newborns.

Case study
COVID-19 NAbTest

The new finger prick test that quickly measures a person’s immunity to COVID-19.

Page last updated: 20 March 2025