UWA's Rising Stars is back!
Rising Stars – UWA's much-loved research competition – provides a rare opportunity for early career researchers to showcase their groundbreaking work to an audience ready to pledge their support.
As 2025 marks the competition’s 10th anniversary, UWA has partnered with collective giving initiative The Funding Network to revitalise the event in an exciting new live crowdfunding format.
Western Australia is home to some of the world’s brightest minds; by investing in early career researchers, we play a pivotal role in championing innovation and ensuring WA remains at the forefront of research excellence.
Join us at one of the year’s most dynamic events and pledge your support for your favourite project – and contribute directly to the next wave of UWA research superstars.
Rising Stars 2025 is proudly supported by UniSuper.
Pitching for your support
Rising Stars is UWA's innovative live crowdfunding event that spotlights bold research with real-world impact, connecting passionate early career researchers with supporters like you. Here's how it works:
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