Through research funding, business assistance and advice on policy and legislation, it helps develop a business environment conducive to research and development, builds the capacity of scientific and medical research institutions to undertake world-class research, and fosters new business and commercial opportunities.
The Office for Science and Medical Research administers funding and award programs worth nearly A$200 million, including:
- BioFirst – the NSW Government’s biotechnology strategy
- Science Leveraging Fund
- Medical Research Support Program
- Spinal Cord Injury and Conditions Research Grants Program
- science awards and prizes.