Launch your research-driven venture into market with ON Accelerate
ON Accelerate 11 applications are now open – it’s time to uncover Australia’s next cohort of most promising research teams.
ON Accelerate is a free commercialisation acceleration program for entrepreneurial researchers who are ready to translate their great idea into research-driven impact. Whether they’re preparing to spin out, have recently secured funding, or are looking to build momentum ahead of an AEA or other grant application, ON Accelerate is here to support research-driven commercialisation.
Program overview
ON Accelerate is a three-month, free commercialisation acceleration program for entrepreneurial researchers who are ready to translate their great idea into a research-driven company.
Tailored to the translation of publicly funded research, this program focuses on business models, market validation, storytelling and capital raising. This includes access to venture capital partners and networks to help secure capital for business development.
All IP remains the property of the team or their sponsoring institute. Participants are required to sign non-disclosure agreements for IP protection.
Key Dates for ON Accelerate Applications:
Applicant information sessions:
Tuesday 11 Aug 2026, 01:00 pm – 02:00 pm AEST
Thursday 27 Aug 2026, 01:00 pm – 02:00 pm AEST
- Finalise and submit by: 5pm AEST on Monday, 31 August 2026
- Endorsement letters due: Sunday, 6 September 2026
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