Ingham Institute For Applied Medical Research
About
The Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research is a medical research institute established in 2008 to conduct translational research addressing the specific health challenges of South Western Sydney. It focuses on applied research that moves beyond scientific discovery to directly transform health outcomes and healthcare delivery for its local community and broader populations. The institute supports groundbreaking medical research tackling major health issues affecting Australia and the world, with particular emphasis on health equity.
Tips for Applicants
Align research proposals with South Western Sydney's specific health challenges and demonstrate clear pathways to applied health outcomes. Emphasize community partnership, health equity focus, and practical implementation of research findings rather than theoretical discovery alone.
Giving Philosophy
The institute prioritizes applied medical research that solves real problems for real people in real time, with deep commitment to transforming health outcomes in South Western Sydney. It values inclusive, respectful, and impactful research that partners with communities and advances health equity, including meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and their healing traditions.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $2.1M | $17.3M | $82.0M | $65.0M |
| FY2022 | $2.0M | $12.1M | $80.2M | $64.8M |
| FY2021 | $1.3M | $10.7M | $85.8M | $71.3M |
| FY2020 | $1.3M | $10.1M | $83.1M | $70.2M |
| FY2019 | $1.2M | $10.3M | $85.1M | $74.0M |
| FY2018 | $1.3M | $7.2M | $81.3M | $72.7M |
| FY2017 | $1.0M | $9.1M | $80.7M | $72.4M |
| 7yr total | $10.1M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||