ACOLA Submission: ACOLA’s response to the Policy Review of the National Competitive Grants Program

Download submission (PDF 544KB) The Australian Research Council have released the Discussion Paper: A New Plan for ARC-Funded Research. The paper, which proposes significant reforms to the ARC’s National Competitive Grants Program, has been developed in response to extensive consultations with stakeholders undertaken in 2024. Launched in 2024, the Policy Review is examining the fundamental settings…

ACOLA Submission: ACOLA AETRP response to Strategic Examination of R&D Review

Download submission (PDF 544KB) Australia’s research and development (R&D) system is at a critical juncture. As global challenges intensify and technological advancements accelerate, the need for a robust, well-coordinated and adequately funded R&D system has never been more pressing. The Australian Government is undertaking a strategic examination of our research and development (R&D) system to…

ACOLA Submission: Strategic Examination of R&D Review Discussion Paper

Download submission (PDF 544KB) Australia’s research and development (R&D) system is at a critical juncture. As global challenges intensify and technological advancements accelerate, the need for a robust, well-coordinated and adequately funded R&D system has never been more pressing. The Australian Government is undertaking a strategic examination of our research and development (R&D) system to…

2024 ACOLA Annual Report

2024 Annual Report This year, the Learned Academies have continued to come together through ACOLA to deliver unique value to government, industry, and society. With access to over 3,000 Fellows, representing some of Australia’s leading minds. We continue to provide independent, trusted, and evidence-based policy advice and solutions to complex global problems and emerging national…