Together, Shaping the Future of Infectious Diseases  

Support the Future of Infectious Diseases Research

One ASID seed grant helped unlock almost $6 million in future research funding.

ASID Research Awards and Grants help infectious diseases researchers transform innovative ideas into real-world impact. It enables improved patient care, advances in clinical practice, and supports the next generation of research leaders across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. 

Every donation helps fund the critical early-stage research that can lead to nationally and internationally recognised breakthroughs. 

Donate today and help shape the future of infectious diseases research.

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From Seed Funding to National Impact

“Receiving the inaugural ASID Research Grant was a career-defining moment.” 

What began as a modest ASID seed grant helped generate almost $6 million in competitive research funding within three years and contributed to establishing a program delivering life- and limb-saving phage therapy for Australians with difficult-to-treat bacterial infections. 

“When donors support ASID research grants, they are not simply funding projects, they are investing in future breakthroughs, future leaders, and better health outcomes for our communities across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.” 

— Dr Ameneh Khatami, ASID Research Grant Recipient 2019

Supporting the Next Generation of Research Leaders

“Receiving the ASID research grant occurred at a turning point in my career.” 

ASID funding enabled Amanda’s team to pilot a clinical trial, generate feasibility data, and secure a subsequent MRFF clinical trial grant. The project has since expanded across nine hospitals, with international sites currently under exploration. 

“The pilot funding from ASID sets these ideas down a pathway of success, which eventually translates into better care for our patients.” 

— Dr Amanda Gwee, Research Grant Recipient 2020 

Turning Great Ideas into Research Momentum

“ASID members are full of wonderful ideas but sometimes a good idea isn’t quite ready and needs seed funding to mature and begin to move. The ASID Research Grant can be that catalyst.” 

Joshua’s research program, developed with collaborators in the STreptococcal Adaptive Platform (STRAP) trial, later contributed to securing a $5 million MRFF grant in 2025. 

Your support helps researchers take the first critical step toward larger-scale research impact. 

— Dr Joshua Osowicki, 2024 ASID Research Grant Recipient

Investing in People and Ideas

“Your support has a direct and lasting impact.” 

“These awards invest in people, enabling emerging researchers to pursue innovative ideas, build careers, and ultimately improve infectious diseases health outcomes.” 

Jason credits ASID support as helping strengthen his development as a clinician-researcher and leader in antimicrobial stewardship and antibiotic allergy research, contributing to future grants, collaborations, and expanded research programs. 

— Prof Jason Trubiano, Frank Fenner Award Recipient 2025 

FAQ’s

  • You can donate by selecting one of the donation options or nominating your preferred donation amount on our donation page. Then, complete the donation form with your details and submit your donation. 

  • Yes, donations to the Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases (ASID) are tax-deductible. ASID is a registered Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), so your donation is eligible for a tax deduction. ASID will issue a receipt of your donation. 

  • Your donation will directly support the ASID 2026 Research Awards and their administration. 

  • Yes, you can choose to donate a custom amount by selecting the "Custom Amount" option on our donation page. 

  • Yes, you will receive a receipt for your donation via email. This receipt can be used for tax deduction purposes. 

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  • If you have any further questions or need assistance, please contact us at admin@asid.net.au