WA Cystic Fibrosis Research Collaborative Program
The WA Cystic Fibrosis Research Collaborative Program is a partnership between the Western Australian Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund and Cystic Fibrosis WA (CFWA), in collaboration with Conquer Cystic Fibrosis (CCF).
This grant program is designed to promote innovative research and sustainable careers in CF research in WA, funding innovative solutions and projects to treat CF and deliver broader public health benefits.
The program is made possible with matched funding through the FHRI fund Co-funding Partnerships Program. With grants awarded totalling $2m in 2025. CFWA and CCF are excited to see the impact that this increase in grant funding will deliver for the CF community.
Program and Grant Information
Program Streams
The program is comprised of 4 streams.
- Postgraduate Top-Up Scholarships (Round 2 opens October 2025)
- Research Innovation Grants (applications now closed)
- Fellowships (applications now closed)
- Collaborative Grants (applications now closed)
Applications Open
There are no current applications open. Round 2 of Stream 1: Postgraduate Top-Up Scholarships, will open October 2025.
Application and Selection process
All applications will be assessed independently by the Australian Cystic Fibrosis Research Trust (ACFRT). The ACFRT is administrated by Cystic Fibrosis Australia (CFA) and supported by CF organisations from all states and territories. All grants awarded are the based on scientific, academic and community-based criteria.
Support the Program
Your support can provide vital funding for world-class CF research being undertaken in WA. With a wide range of research projects, there are many different ways to support this important work, and we welcome your involvement.
For more information and to learn how we can collaborate to support research, please register your interest here, or call 08 6224 4100.