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Closing Soon: Applications for Linkage Projects 2025 Round 2
16 Jul 2025
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Applications for Linkage Projects for funding applied for in 2025 Round 2 will close in the Research Management System (RMS) at 5:00pm (AEST) on Wednesday 23 July 2025.
New ARC Training Centre is set to become a global leader in sustainable infrastructure
15 Jul 2025
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RMIT launches the ARC Training Centre for Whole Life Design of Carbon Neutral Infrastructure to reduce infrastructure carbon emissions.
Update on the future of ARC funded research
14 Jul 2025
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The ARC outlines changes to the National Competitive Grants Program to better support researchers at all career stages.
Forging a new way forward for Aboriginal music traditions
11 Jul 2025
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Dr Dylan Crismani is a Lecturer of Music and the Co-Director of the Centre for Aboriginal Studies and Music at the Adelaide Conservatorium of Music. He is also leading an ARC-funded project which supports Arabana and Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) peoples in their efforts to revitalise their musical traditions.
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