Challenger Pitch for Health

Two Streams, One National Showcase

• Proto Axiom Challenger Summit
  Open to all Australian and New Zealand researchers including those from start-ups and all Australian and New Zealand universities, institutes, and the public health system. $250K is available under this stream.
  See the application details below.
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• St Vincent’s Discovery & Innovation ‘Pitch for Health’ Grants
  Focused on teams from St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney, the Garvan Institute of Medical Research, and the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute. $250K is available under this stream.
  For more information, click here.

By combining these streams into a single national showcase, we aim to amplify visibility, foster collaboration, and streamline pathways to capital and commercialisation.

What to Expect

• The finalists will pitch live to a panel of investors, clinicians, and industry leaders.
• Expert panels and keynote speakers will explore trends in clinical translation, investment, and health-tech commercialisation.
• $500,000 in grants will be awarded across four categories.
• Networking opportunities.

Why It Matters

Challenger Pitch for Health is more than a competition. It’s a national platform for accelerating biomedical innovation. It champions the researcher-entrepreneur and fast-tracks bold ideas into clinical and commercial impact.

The event brings together over 250 investors, clinicians, and industry leaders to discover and support Australia’s and New Zealand's most promising biomedical founders. It’s a unique opportunity to position your research and brand at the centre of this innovation pipeline, expand your visibility among key decision-makers, and gain early access to emerging commercial opportunities.

How to Apply for the Proto Axiom Prizes.