MRFF resources
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant recipients
This monthly report on MRFF grant recipients (awarded or announced) is correct as at 31 May 2023.
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Medical Research Future Fund Research Administration Officer Webinar – 30 March 2023
In this video, we provide Research Administration Officers with information about consumer involvement in the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). We also talk about MRFF assessment criteria and the MRFF Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Strategy.
Medical Research Future Fund Research Administration Officer webinar presentation – 30 March 2023
This document is the presentation from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Research Administration Officer (RAO) webinar on 30 March 2023.
Financial assistance to support the Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities 2020–2022
A report on Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) activities and funding when the Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities 2020–2022 were in force.
Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Chairs Committee terms of reference
The terms of reference outlines the panel's purpose, restrictions on member applications for Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) funding, logistical arrangements, declaration of interest requirements and remuneration.
Medical Research Future Fund Report on the Coronavirus Research Response
This reports provides insight into the research, researchers and institutions funded under the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Coronavirus Research Response.
MRFF Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission International Review of the Roadmap and Implementation Plan
This report summarises the outcomes of the Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission International Review Panel meeting on 17 November 2022. The panel met to inform the strategic direction of the Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission’s Roadmap and Implementation Plan.
MRFF Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan National Consultation Report
This report summarises the national consultation on the Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan conducted between 28 October 2022 and 1 December 2022.
MRFF Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission Implementation Plan
This plan supports the implementation of the Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission Roadmap and establishes a strategy to address the mission’s goals. The Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission is a Medical Research Future Fund initiative.
MRFF Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission Roadmap
This Roadmap outlines the aim, vision, goals and priorities for investment for the Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission. The Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission is a Medical Research Future Fund initiative.
Appendix A – MRFF Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission projects funded as of April 2023
This is Appendix A to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission Implementation Plan. It identifies Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission projects funded as at April 2023.
Data about the Medical Research Future Fund - 2021 Early to Mid-Career Researchers Grant Opportunity Outcomes
This document reports on the outcomes of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) 2021 Early to Mid-Career Researchers grant opportunity.
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Medical Research Future Fund Webinar – Assessing MRFF grants: Insights from assessors (15 March 2023)
In this video, Dr Masha Somi and Professor Caroline Homer AO host a Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Webinar about the MRFF grant assessment process.
Medical Research Future Fund Webinar – Assessing MRFF grants: Insights from assessors (15 March 2023) – presentation
This document is the presentation from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Webinar – Assessing MRFF grants: Insights from Assessors on 15 March 2023.
Responses to Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) RAO webinar (4 August 2022) questions
This document responds to questions about the MRFF raised by Research Administration Officers (RAOs) and stakeholders in 2022. We collected questions from a pre-MRFF RAO webinar survey, the MRFF RAO webinar on 4 August 2022 and stakeholder engagement in 2022.
Appendix A – MRFF Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission projects funded as of March 2023
Appendix A to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission Implementation Plan identifies Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission projects funded as at March 2023.
Principles for consumer involvement in research funded by the Medical Research Future Fund
This document outlines the principles for consumer involvement in Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) funded research. It also includes guidance on their implementation.
Appendix A – MRFF Cardiovascular Health Mission projects funded as of March 2023
This is Appendix A to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Cardiovascular Health Mission Implementation Plan. It identifies Cardiovascular Health Mission projects funded as at March 2023.
Performance indicators towards the impact of the Medical Research Future Fund
This document explains the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) performance indicators and their contribution to measuring the impact of the MRFF.
Medical Research Future Fund 2022 Frontier Health and Medical Research Grant Opportunity – Frequently Asked Questions
This document provides information on the Medical Research Future Fund’s (MRFF) 2022 Frontier Health and Medical Research grant opportunity.
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Medical Research Future Fund Webinar – 15 November 2022
In this video, Dr Masha Somi and Mr Lachlan Lo provide information about the Medical Research Future Fund and how to effectively manage intellectual property.
Medical Research Future Fund webinar presentation – 15 November 2022
This document is the presentation from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) webinar on 15 November 2022.
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Medical Research Future Fund Webinar – 16 November 2021
In this video, the panel discusses the Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy and related Priorities, Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) initiatives and grant opportunities.
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Medical Research Future Fund – Associate Professor Jeanie Cheong case study
An expert in understanding newborn babies' brains, Associate Professor Cheong describes her work to understand and protect newborn babies from risks at birth.
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Medical Research Future Fund – Professor Helen Christensen AO
Professor Helen Christensen AO (Director and Chief Scientist, Black Dog Institute) explains how the Medical Research Future Fund enables a national response to mental health issues.
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Medical Research Future Fund – Professor Michelle Haber AM
Professor Michelle Haber AM (Executive Director, Children’s Cancer Institute) outlines how the Medical Research Future Fund helps push toward the goal of zero childhood cancer.
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Medical Research Future Fund Webinar 21 July 2021
In this video, Dr Masha Somi provides information about the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
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Medical Research Future Fund Webinar – 12 April 2022
In this video, Dr Masha Somi is joined by Ms Sue MacLeman to provide an update on the Medical Research Future Fund and MTPConnect.
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Medical Research Future Fund – Professor Ian Frazer AC
Professor Ian Frazer AC (Chair of the Australian Medical Research Advisory Board) talks about the Medical Research Future Fund and how it is contributing to Australia's health.
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Medical Research Future Fund Research Administration Officer Webinar – 4 August 2022
In this video, the Health and Medical Research Office provides research administration officers with an overview of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant process. This includes the different phases of the MRFF grant lifecycle – from grant opportunity development to post-award management.
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Medical Research Future Fund – Professor Kathryn North case study
Professor North tells us how genomics is helping many children, who only 5 or 10 years ago would have been admitted to hospital for invasive tests, sometimes without answers.
Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities 2022–2024
The Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities 2022-2024 are the fourth and current set of Priorities for the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
Refresh of the Medical Research Future Fund Assessment Criteria – October 2022
This document explains changes to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) assessment criteria and what they mean for MRFF applicants.
Projected Funding for MRFF Initiatives from 2022-23 to 2031-32
An outline of funding from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) between 2022-23 and 2031-32 under the MRFF 2nd 10-year Investment Plan.
Medical Research Future Fund 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32)
The Australian Government has announced the $6.3 billion Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) 2nd 10-year Investment Plan. It continues our support for lifesaving research, job creation, local industry and growing Australia's reputation as a world leader in medical research.
Medical Research Future Fund – Research administration officer webinar 4 August 2022 – presentation
This document is the presentation from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Research Administration Officer Webinar on 4 August 2022.
Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission Review
This document reports on the 2021-22 review of the Medical Research Future Fund’s (MRFF) Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission.
Medical Research Future Fund webinar presentation – 12 April 2022
This document is the presentation from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) webinar on 12 April 2022.
Medical Research Future Fund Grant Variation Policy
This document outlines the Department of Health’s policy position on varying a Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant agreement.
The brilliant women leading MRFF projects
To celebrate our first gender data report on MRFF funding, we present some of the brilliant female Chief Investigators leading MRFF projects.
MRFF Funding Theme – Researchers
An overview of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Researchers theme, under the MRFF 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32).
Biotechnology in Australia – Strategic Plan for Health and Medicine
Read the Australian Government's long-term plan for biotechnology in health and medicine.
MRFF Funding Theme – Patients
An overview of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Patients theme, under the MRFF 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32).
Appendix B: MRFF Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Strategy
Appendix B to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32).
Budget 2022–23: Funding for medical research
A Budget 2022–23 fact sheet.
Alignment with the MRFF Strategy and Priorities
An overview of how Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) initiatives align with the MRFF Strategy and Priorities under the MRFF 2nd 10-year Investment Plan.
MRFF Funding Theme – Research Translation
An overview of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Research Translation theme, under the MRFF 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32).
Overview and context – MRFF Funding Themes and Initiatives
An introduction to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32).
MRFF Funding Theme – Research Missions
An overview of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Research Missions theme, under the MRFF 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32).
Appendix C: Explanatory Notes
Appendix C to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32).
MRFF – Funding Overview
An overview of funding under the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32).
Appendix A: Alignment of the 21 MRFF Initiatives with the new draft Priorities
Appendix A to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) 2nd 10-year Investment Plan (2022-23 to 2031-32).
Budget 2022–23: Update to the 10 Year Investment Plan for the Medical Research Future Fund
A Budget 2022–23 fact sheet.
Medical Research Future Fund grant opportunity gender data report – 22 March 2022
An overview of gender data for applicants and grantees of competitive Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunities.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Policy Statement – Participation by Department of Health employees in research activities funded by the MRFF
This policy ensures Department of Health staff understand their obligations when participating in activities funded by the MRFF.
MRFF Roll of Honour members explain why they assess our grants
This document features interviews with the people who participated in Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant assessment committees between 2015 and June 2021.
Medical Research Future Fund webinar presentation – 21 July 2021
This document is the presentation from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) webinar on 21 July 2021.
Medical Research Future Fund webinar presentation – 16 November 2021
This document is the presentation from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) webinar on 16 November 2021.
New MRFF funding empowers early to mid-career researchers to tackle significant health challenges
As part of the 2nd 10-year Investment Plan for the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) $384.2 million over 10 years from 2022-23 will be provided for early to mid-career researchers in the first 10 years of employment since completing postgraduate research training.
MRFF Health Early to Mid-Career Researchers Stakeholder Roundtable – 14 October 2021
These documents relate to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Health and Medical Early to Mid-Career Researcher Stakeholder Roundtable on 14 October 2021.
MRFF Health and Medical Research Early to Mid-Career Researchers Roundtable – 6 May 2021
These documents relate to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Health and Medical Research Early to Mid-Career Researchers Roundtable on 6 May 2021.
MRFF Indigenous Health Research Fund Roadmap
This Roadmap outlines the aim, vision, goals and priorities for investment for the Indigenous Health Research Fund (IHRF). The IHRF is a Medical Research Future Fund initiative. It supports research designed to improve the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
MRFF Indigenous Health Research Fund Roadmap and Implementation Plan National Consultation Report
This report summarises the national consultation on the Indigenous Health Research Fund Roadmap and Implementation Plan conducted between 14 December 2020 and 23 April 2021.
MRFF Resources – Indigenous Health Research Fund Implementation Plan
This plan supports the implementation of the Indigenous Health Research Fund (IHRF) Roadmap and establishes a strategy to address the IHRF’s goals. IHRF is a Medical Research Future Fund initiative. It supports research designed to improve the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
MRFF Indigenous Health Research Fund International Review of the Roadmap and Implementation Plan
This report summarises the outcomes of the Indigenous Health Research Fund International Review Panel meeting on 17 March 2021. The panel met to inform the strategic direction of the Indigenous Health Research Fund’s Roadmap and Implementation Plan.
Appendix A – MRFF Indigenous Health Research Fund projects funded as of October 2022
This is Appendix A to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Indigenous Health Research Fund Implementation Plan. It identifies Indigenous Health Research Fund projects funded as at October 2022.
Medical Research Future Fund Roll of Honour
This document acknowledges the people who have participated in Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant assessment committees between 1 July 2021 and 30 June 2022.
MRFF Grant Assessment Committees
This document provides information on Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant assessment committees (GACs).
Diversity and aims of the Australian Medical Research Advisory Board 2021-2026
This document provides information about Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB) members and their aims for the period 2021-2026.
Australian Medical Research Advisory Board – Terms of reference 2021–2026
These terms of reference set out the roles and responsibilities of the Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB) for the period 2021–2026. It also includes details on the MRFF Act 2015, logistical arrangements and membership.
Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy 2021-2026 and the Related Priorities – Consultation Report
Read the responses to public consultation submissions on the Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy 2021-2026 and the related Australian Medical Research and Innovation Priorities.
Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy 2021-2026
The Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy 2021-2026 sets out the vision, aim and strategic objectives of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
MRFF Stem Cell Therapies Mission Implementation Plan
This plan supports the implementation of the Stem Cell Therapies Mission Roadmap and establishes a strategy to address the mission’s goals. The Stem Cell Therapies Mission is a Medical Research Future Fund initiative, supporting stem cell research to deliver innovative, safe and effective treatment.
MRFF Stem Cell Therapies Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan National Consultation Report
This report summarises the national consultation on the Stem Cell Therapies Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan conducted between 14 December 2020 and 23 April 2021.
Appendix A – MRFF Stem Cell Therapies Mission projects funded as of March 2023
This is Appendix A to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Stem Cell Therapies Mission Implementation Plan. It identifies Stem Cell Therapies Mission projects funded as at March 2023.
MRFF Stem Cell Therapies Mission Roadmap
This Roadmap outlines the aim, vision, goals and priorities for investment for the Stem Cell Therapies Mission. The Stem Cell Therapies Mission is a Medical Research Future Fund initiative. It supports stem cell research to deliver innovative, safe and effective treatments.
MRFF Stem Cell Therapies Mission International Review of the Roadmap and Implementation Plan
This report summarises the outcomes of the Stem Cell Therapies Mission International Review Panel meeting on 20 November 2020. The panel met to inform the strategic direction of the Stem Cell Therapies Mission’s Roadmap and Implementation Plan.
MRFF Genomics Health Futures Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan National Consultation Report
This report summarises the national consultation on the Genomics Health Futures Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan conducted between 14 December 2020 and 23 April 2021.
Appendix A – MRFF Genomics Health Futures Mission projects funded as of July 2022
This is Appendix A to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Genomics Health Futures Mission Implementation Plan. It identifies Genomics Health Futures Mission projects funded as at July 2022.
MRFF Genomics Health Futures Mission Roadmap
This Roadmap outlines the aim, vision, goals and priorities for investment for the Genomics Health Futures Mission.
MRFF Genomics Health Futures Mission International Review of the Roadmap and Implementation Plan
This report summarises the outcomes of the Genomics Health Futures Mission International Review Panel meeting on 11 November 2020. The panel met to inform the strategic direction of the Genomics Health Futures Mission’s Roadmap and Implementation Plan.
MRFF Genomics Health Futures Mission Implementation Plan
This plan supports the implementation of the MRFF Genomics Health Futures Mission Roadmap and establishes a strategy to address the mission’s goals.
MRFF Cardiovascular Health Mission International Review of the Roadmap and Implementation Plan
This report summarises the outcomes of the Cardiovascular Health Mission International Review Panel meeting on 12 November 2020. The panel met to inform the strategic direction of the Cardiovascular Health Mission’s Roadmap and Implementation Plan.
MRFF Cardiovascular Health Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan National Consultation Report
This report summarises the national consultation on the Cardiovascular Health Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan conducted between 14 December 2020 and 23 April 2021.
MRFF Cardiovascular Health Mission Roadmap
This Roadmap outlines the aim, vision, goals and priorities for investment for the Cardiovascular Health Mission. The Cardiovascular Health Mission is a Medical Research Future Fund initiative. It supports research to improve cardiovascular health and stroke for all Australians.
MRFF Cardiovascular Health Mission Implementation Plan
This plan supports the implementation of the Cardiovascular Health Mission Roadmap and establishes a strategy to address the mission’s goals.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) - Indigenous Health Research Grants
This document provides information on Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Indigenous health research grants.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) – Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission Implementation Plan
This plan supports the implementation of the Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission Roadmap and establishes a strategy to address the Mission’s goals.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) – Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission International Review of the Roadmap and Implementation Plan
This report summarises the outcomes of the Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission International Review Panel meeting on 5 November 2020. The panel met to inform the strategic direction of the Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission’s Roadmap and Implementation Plan.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) – Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission Roadmap
This roadmap outlines the aim, vision, goals and priorities for investment for the Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) – Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan National Consultation Report
This report summarises the national consultation on the Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Health Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan conducted between 14 December 2020 and 23 April 2021.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) – Traumatic Brain Injury Mission Roadmap
This Roadmap outlines the aim, vision, goals and priorities for investment for the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Mission. The TBI Mission is a Medical Research Future Fund initiative. It supports research designed to improve the lives of Australians who experience TBI.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) – Traumatic Brain Injury Mission International Review of the Roadmap and Implementation Plan
This report summarises the outcomes of the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Mission International Review Panel meeting on 30 October 2020. The panel met to inform the strategic direction of the TBI Mission’s Roadmap and Implementation Plan.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) – Traumatic Brain Injury Mission Implementation Plan
This plan supports the implementation of the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Mission Roadmap and establishes a strategy to address the mission’s goals. The TBI Mission is a Medical Research Future Fund initiative. It supports research designed to improve the lives of Australians who experience TBI.
Appendix A – MRFF Traumatic Brain Injury Mission projects funded as of July 2022
This is Appendix A to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Mission Implementation Plan. It identifies TBI Mission projects funded as at July 2022.
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) – Traumatic Brain Injury Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan National Consultation Report
This report summarises the national consultation on the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan conducted between 14 December 2020 and 23 April 2021.
MRFF webinar 21 July 2021 – responses to questions
On 21 July 2021, Dr Masha Somi hosted a webinar on the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). This document responds to questions raised by the public during the webinar.
Medical Research Future Fund – Outcomes of Performance Audit by the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO)
This document describes the outcomes of the Australian National Audit (ANAO) audit of the administration of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF), and the Department of Health’s response.
Medical Research Future Fund grant reporting requirements
This document outlines updates to reporting requirements for Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grantees.
Proposed changes to the Medical Research Future Fund Act 2015
This document provides information on proposed changes to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Act 2015 that were intended to improve the effectiveness of, and streamline the administration of, the MRFF.
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