RFAs: Women’s Cardiovascular Health Senior Researcher Grant (Australia)

The Women’s Cardiovascular Health – Senior Researcher 2026 Grant, administered by NSW Health, supports female and gender-diverse researchers in addressing cardiovascular health conditions that affect women and girls. This initiative promotes gender equity, research excellence, and leadership development in New South Wales (NSW). Applications close on 5 November 2026, at 5:00 pm. This grant aims to enhance gender equity in cardiovascular research by supporting women and gender-diverse researchers. It seeks to fill knowledge gaps in cardiovascular conditions that disproportionately affect women and girls, and to foster research excellence. The grant encourages collaborative efforts, leadership, and the integration of innovative research within the NSW health system. It also aims to bridge the gap between research, policy, and practice to maximize research impact and translation. The grant supports research into cardiovascular conditions such as coronary heart disease, stroke, heart failure, and other related diseases. Projects can span basic science, biomedical research, clinical medicine, data science, and population health research. This grant is vital for advancing women’s health research and addressing the unique cardiovascular challenges faced by women and girls. It supports the development of new treatments and aims to improve health outcomes by integrating research findings into the healthcare system in NSW. What is the maximum funding available per project? The maximum grant amount is up to $750,000. Who can apply for this grant? Female or gender-diverse researchers based in NSW who meet specific eligibility criteria. What types of projects are funded? Projects focused on cardiovascular conditions affecting women and girls, covering a broad range of research types. What is the application deadline? Applications must be submitted by 5 November 2026, at 5:00 pm. How do I submit my application? Applications should be submitted through the SmartyGrants platform. Eligible applicants are encouraged to carefully review the official grant guidelines and follow the specified application process. For further assistance, contact the Research Grants Team at NSW Health.