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Curtin Accelerate

Accelerator

Perth · Pre-Seed–Seed

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Curtin Accelerate is a university-run accelerator supporting early-stage founders in developing their entrepreneurial capabilities and taking innovations to market. Over a 12-week program, participants access 40+ innovation and entrepreneurship experts and Curtin's Venture Studio, plus a $5,000 equity-free grant and up to $100,000 in AWS credits. Selected teams may be considered for a $50,000 SAFE Note investment through the Kickstart+ Program. The program is an ATO-recognised accelerator for early-stage innovation companies (ESIC), improving investor attractiveness. It culminates in a pitch night to Western Australia's business leadership community.

Invests inSector AgnosticAustraliaPerth

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Seed
HQ
Perth, WA, AU
Instruments
Equity · Grants
Tracked investments
15

Investments · 15 tracked

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AchieveAble

Maths tutoring experience using coaching, micro-practice, and multiplayer game-show challenges.

aisembl

Design-to-documentation platform streamlining material selection and project planning for homeowners, designers, and contractors.

Eikonic

Oral care company developing a menopause-focused Advanced Oral Crème using regenerative gold-calcium technology.

Gawawater

Whole-home water purification subscription service delivering safe drinking water to households across Africa.

Hyprfire

Cybersecurity company developing software to detect and mitigate malware transfer and denial-of-service attacks.

Minerva

VR imaging platform converting CT and MRI data into true-scale 3D anatomy for paediatric cardiac surgical planning.

NeuroAnalyse

Data analytics and guidance supporting healthy brain ageing and dementia risk reduction.

Next Generation Sensors

Portable electrochemical sensors for on-site detection of explosives and water pollutants.

Respiradigm

Digital health companion predicting infant asthma risk with clinical assessment and parent guidance.

Safe Call Up

Discreet safety-monitoring app for domestic violence survivors using timed check-ins and silent alerts.

Sonowest Healthcare

Integrated health service delivering telehealth primary care and clinical support to remote WA communities.

Sunfish Robotics

Solar ocean robot for long-duration, low-cost ocean data collection.

Suss Beauty

Waterless skincare brand creating powdered, refillable products to reduce environmental impact.

VetChip

Smart technology providing real-time analytics and health monitoring for animal owners and veterinarians.

Yalkarang Consulting

Noongar-led organisation offering culturally grounded learning experiences for workplaces and communities.

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Curtin Accelerate invest at?
Curtin Accelerate invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
What sectors does Curtin Accelerate focus on?
Curtin Accelerate focuses on Sector Agnostic.
Where is Curtin Accelerate located?
Curtin Accelerate is headquartered in Perth, AU.

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