Proof of Concept Funding
Tender ID: 574681
Tender Details
Tender Description
The GRDC Proof of Concept Funding program focuses on research activities that provide critical information to give confidence in the potential concept or innovation and facilitate the scoping of future research and development.
Proof of concept activities is a critical step in the development of any innovation. It is at this stage that the feasibility of an innovative concept is tested through experimentation or pilot projects. Proof of concept projects are usually time-sensitive, relatively low in capital ,and set the scene for future research and development, typically involving a significant increase in the financial resources as well as technical sophistication required to take the innovation all the way to adoption and impact.
Example eligible activities may include:
- in planta proof of concept studies in relevant models;
- controlled environment trials,
- in-silico modeling;
- pest management methods/technology in situ; and
- feasibility studies.
The Proof of Concept Funding will also seek to support cross-industry/discipline technology translation activities to encourage the application of existing research and development from adjacent industries, within the grains industry.
Strategic Alignment
GRDC welcomes proposals in all Focus Areas identified in the?GRDC’s Research, Development & Extension Plan 2023-28. The alignment with GRDC’s strategy will be considered as part of the evaluation criteria.
Activities must be supported by a plan for research and development activities to realise the concept and deliver the benefits to Australian grain growers.