ARC Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities (LIEF) grant scheme

Australian Research Council’s (ARC) Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities (LIEF) scheme provides funding of between $150,000 per year and up to 75 per cent of the total direct cost of the eligible budget items, for large-scale infrastructure, equipment and facilities which can be shared between higher education organisations and also with industry.

LIEF grant applications are typically submitted to the ARC prior to April, however, preparations for an application should commence at least a year prior to their submission. Researchers should first discuss their needs with the Director, Research Infrastructure.

Applications for the next round of funding close on the 9^th April 2024. Click here for relevant dates.

Researchers are encouraged to check the LIEF Register that summarises the existing infrastructure, equipment and facilities which have been funded under the LIEF scheme.

Further information from the ARC is available:

• ARC LIEF website
• LIEF funding rules
• ARC grant calendar