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Collaboration is key
In the last five years, UNSW has conducted research with more than 2,700 partner organisations. We recognise that big problems can’t be tackled alone, and we value the experience, perspective, and diversity that collaboration brings.
Partnership with a university involves a unique set of challenges and opportunities. We know that our org chart is complicated, and our processes can be slow. It’s sometimes hard for our own people to find who to contact, let alone our partners. But we’re introducing changes – like our suite of standard contracts with – and we want to work with you.
For our part, we’ll open the door to world-class research infrastructure, explore avenues for government , design programs to skill your employees, introduce you to the next wave of , and connect you with the expertise that can elevate and futureproof your business.
Check out our to see how we've helped bring partner innovations to life and to discuss your project.
Learn about the partnership process
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In Australasia for startups & spinouts three years in a row
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New startups since 2018
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Patent applications in 2024
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Industry-research collaboration in Australasia in 2023 & 2024
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Services & solutions for industry
Collaborate with our leading researchers or outsource your challenge to us and we'll find a commercially-responsive solution. We offer flexible partnership models that can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your project and business.
We have a proven track record of securing grants and will help identify and pursue funding options for your project. These may include the Australian Economic Accelerator, ARC Linkage and CRC-P grants, which are only available to partners of a research organisation.
UNSW has invested more than $450M into research equipment. Our partners access state-of-the-art instruments, technical experts and custom-built facilities for analytical, testing, development and high-performance computing services.
[Investment Portfolio & startups
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We support the development of startups and spinouts through mentorship, standardised agreements, investment and industry connections. For investors and venture builders, we offer curated access to startups based on UNSW technology.
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Find a home for your organisation within our innovation precincts. We have space for like-minded businesses with complementary research interests. Co-locating at UNSW gives you direct access to researchers, facilities, and a thriving community of innovators.
[Expert advice & consulting
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Our team at Unisearch manage the end-to-end process of selection, vetting, briefing, and reporting, to make it easier, and more reliable, for you to source academic and industry experts.
Engage a PhD researcher for a 3-month internship or explore in-depth challenges through an industry-engaged research degree. We can connect you to a candidate or you can nominate a talented professional from your organisation to study at UNSW.
[Lifelong learning
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UNSW designs bespoke lifelong learning and continuous skill-building programs that will boost your organisational performance and meet the evolving needs of the future workforce. We run courses on business, engineering, design and health topics.
We understand that small businesses have unique needs. UNSW offers a range of services designed to help SMEs leverage our capabilities in a way that suits their budget and timeframe. We can also unlock grant options like NSW Tech Vouchers.
Why partner with UNSW
- End-to-end service model
From bright ideas to market-ready products, we offer , , project management, and technical services to support you wherever you are on your research, development or commercialisation journey.\ - Broad and deep research capability
Bring a fresh perspective to your project with our multidisciplinary approach. We combine world-leading expertise in applied science, engineering and medicine, with strengths in policy, law, business, design and social sciences. - Simplified engagement
We know that partnering with universities can be hard work. We aim to provide a clear front door for businesses to connect, a concierge function to help navigate the complexity, and transparency when it comes to process and deliverables.
- Support for organisations of all sizes
Whether you're a large corporation, government department, small business or community organisation, UNSW has tailored processes and to help you grow. - Support for businesses in global markets
Through our Torch Innovation Precinct, we provide targeted support to partners from the Greater China region. We also have a dedicated team of business development managers (BDMs) with a global focus and an in-country BDM in Japan. - Thriving innovation ecosystem
Join a vibrant community of industry leaders, , and academic experts.
Tell us about your project
Case studies
Fire-retardant coating to combat bushfires
- Prof. Guan Heng Yeoh
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Prof. Cyrille Andre Boyer
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Climate risk & response
- Extreme weather
AI-powered property valuation tool for city planning
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Prof. Chris Pettit
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AI & data science
- Affordable housing
- Sustainable cities & construction
Advanced material for durable dental fillings
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Prof. Gangadhara Prusty
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Materials & manufacturing
- Medtech
Performance analysis of new PV technologies
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Prof. Ziv Hameiri
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Materials & manufacturing
- Solar & renewable energy