VISTECH

Bridging Victorian-Israeli Research & Development Collaborations

The Victoria-Israel Science and Technology R&D Fund (VISTECH) was established in 2005 to promote, facilitate and support jointly approved science and technology research and development (R&D) projects.

With a sophisticated research base to draw on in each state, Australian companies based in the state of Victoria and Israeli companies are well suited to form productive partnerships in areas such as Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Water, Environment, Synchrotron and Information Communications & Technology (ICT).

VISTECH is involved in four broad complementary activities:

• promoting and marketing the benefits of joint market oriented Victorian-Israeli R&D collaboration
• matching companies in one state seeking a partner in the other
• facilitating the identification of specific projects or collaborations between Victorian and Israeli companies that could lead to R&D cooperation
• supporting projects by contributing up to 50% of the joint eligible R&D costs - up to a maximum of US$500,000.

About VISTECH

Details the origins and principles of VISTECH, the Victoria - Israel Science and Technology R&D Fund.

Who Should Apply?

Outlines what type of companies should apply for funding.

Key Points & Project Criteria

Explains the eligibility criteria for funding and the application process.

Partnership Facilitation

Information regarding how interested companies (both Victorian and Israeli) may get assistance in identifying potential partners and forming collaborations that are eligible for VISTECH funding.

Funding

Details the funding arrangements through VISTECH.

Forms

All the necessary forms for application, including handbook and explanatory notes.

VISTECH Partnering Form

Victorian and Israeli companies should use this form to be matched with a corresponding company.

Funded Projects

Lists all currently funded VISTECH projects.

Case Studies

Highlights the success of several companies funded by VISTECH.

Contact Us

Provides contact information for Victoria-Israel Science and Technology Fund.