The Australian Research Council (ARC) has awarded more than $34 million in funding for over 25 new projects under the Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities (LIEF) scheme, supporting major research collaborations across universities and industry.
The LIEF program funds infrastructure and facilities that would be difficult for any single institution to provide independently, enabling shared access to advanced equipment in Australia and overseas.
ARC chief executive officer Professor Ute Roessner said the scheme plays a vital role in enabling world-class research.
“This investment gives researchers access to specialised equipment and large-scale infrastructure that no single institution could reasonably deliver alone. By pooling resources, they create opportunities for progress that would not otherwise be possible,” Professor Roessner said.
She said the selected projects would strengthen capability in priority areas including sustainable manufacturing, quantum technology and advanced diagnostic tools.
“These new projects will enhance Australia’s research capability in areas of national priority … They will help ensure Australia remains a leader in collaborative, world-class research,” she said.
A full list of funded projects is available in the Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Announcement Kit.
