Key dates & how to apply
INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2027 ARTHRITIS AUSTRALIA NATIONAL RESEARCH PROGRAM GRANT.
Find below a general guide on how to apply for our research grants, please refer to the FAQs if you have any questions.
Arthritis Australia is excited to launch two new ideas grants in 2027.
The Arthritis Australia Accelerator Triple A Innovation Grant and
The Arthritis Australia Joint Impact – Lived Experience Priority Research Grant
All abstract applicants can proceed to a full grant application.
| Activity | Applications open | Applications close at 5 pm AEST |
| Abstract applications for the Arthritis Australia Accelerator Triple A Innovation and Joint Impact Idea Grants | 16/04/2026 | 22/05/2026 |
| Full applications for the Arthritis Australia Accelerator Triple A Innovation and Joint Impact Idea Grants | 16/04/2026 | 21/08/2026 |
Expression of Interest (EOI)
The Expression of Interest (EOI) stage for the 2027 National Research Program Project Grants and Grants-in-Aid has now closed.
Applicants with successful EOIs will be notified by 1 July 2026 and invited to submit a full grant application. We thank all applicants for their interest in the Arthritis Australia National Research Program.
Activity | Applications open | Applications close |
EOI applications open for Project Grants and Grants-in-Aid. | 16/04/2026 | 22/05/2026 |
Successful applicants from EOI phase notified and invited to submit a full grant application for a Project Grant or Grant-in-Aid | 01/07/2026 | 21/08/2026 |
Applications open for: – Scholarships and fellowships | 16/04/2026 | 21/08/2026 at 5pm AEST |
Discover the wide range of grants available to you.
You can view the list of current research grants on offer here
Read the Grant Program Guidelines and review the FAQs.
Before applying, read Grant Program Guidelines and the FAQs.
The Arthritis Australia Accelerator Triple A Innovation Grant
The Arthritis Australia Joint Impact – Lived Experience and Translational Research Grant
If you would like more information on the new Arthritis Australia Ideas Grants you can view a recording of the webinar we held in April.
Applications for Scholarships, Fellowships, and the ARA Research Fund/ Private Practice Grant
To apply for scholarships, fellowships and the ARA Research Fund / Private Practice Grant, please download the relevant form below. Please complete the application form and submit it as an attachment to Arthritis Australia via researchgrants@arthritisaustralia.com.au.
Late or incomplete applications forms will not be accepted.
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