Applications for the 2026 PRF Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Grant are now open.

The Physiotherapy Research Foundation (PRF) is delighted to launch the PRF Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Grant.

The purpose of this Grant is to assist Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander early-career physiotherapy researchers to undertake research that will contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The overarching principle of this grant is that research is led by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Applicants are required to complete an expression of interest (EOI) form, followed by a full application for those who are shortlisted. There is one $20,000 grant on offer in this round.

Applications are considered predominantly on the basis of scientific merit, significance and positive impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s health and wellbeing, as well as team track record.

The Applicant must:

• be the Chief Investigator of the project
• hold current unconditional registration as a physiotherapist with AHPRA
• be an Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander person
• currently reside in Australia
• be a financial member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) and maintain APA membership at the time of application and for the duration of the grant
• be an early career researcher.

The applicant must not have received:

• a PRF Seeding, Project or Tagged Grant previously as a Chief Investigator or
• any research grant of more than $20,000 as a named lead investigator (e.g., CIA) including at the time of awarding this grant.

Downloads:

• Download the EOI form (Word)
• Download the EOI guidelines (PDF)
• Download the PRF Grant budget exemplar (PDF)
• Download the 2026 PRF grant writing tips document (PDF).

The completed EOI form and any relevant documents are to be sent via email to prf@australian.physio.

Submissions will be evaluated as they are received. Receipt of your application will be acknowledged by return email.