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Research grants

Grants to support multidisciplinary research focused on Southeast Asia

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Applications for 2026 SSEAC Grants are now open!

SSEAC is passionate about supporting outstanding collaborative research in Southeast Asia. Our Incubator Grants will enable emerging and established researchers to grow their collaborative research in Southeast Asia, and address some of the Grand Challenges of significance to the region. 

 

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Become a SSEAC member

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To be eligible for a SSEAC grant

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Incubator Grants

SSEAC Incubator Grants will support early- and mid-career researchers at the University of Sydney to implement formative research to address challenges of significance to Southeast Asia through multidisciplinary collaboration. These grants will position researchers to develop and submit highly competitive applications for external funding. 

Grants valued at up to $25,000 each are available.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your research journey and contribute to impactful work in Southeast Asia, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Download SSEAC Grant Guidelines

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Download SSEAC Grant Application Form

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Key dates

  • Applications close: Monday, 2 March 2026, 5.00pm (AEDT)
  • Shortlisted applicants receive feedback: 10 March 2026
  • Shortlisted applicants submit revised submissions: 17 March 2026
  • Successful applicants notified: 23 March 2026
  • Project implementation: March to December 2026

Contact us

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Sydney Southeast Asia Centre

Phone: + 61 2 9114 0953
Email: sseac@sydney.edu.au

Level 7, Jane Foss Russell Building G02
University of Sydney
NSW 2006

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm