BIODESIGN
INNOVATION SUMMIT
_ MAY 18TH I 08:00 - 16:00 I UWA
Join us for the inaugural Biodesign Innovation Summit. Bringing together leaders from healthcare, investment, research, government, and the startup ecosystem for a day of keynotes, panels, and honest conversation about what's working, what's next, and what Australia's role looks like on a global stage.
Designed as a full-day experience, the Summit will create space for meaningful connection throughout. Guests will be joining from across Australia and internationally for a day of shared learning, conversation, and celebration.
THE SUMMIT SPEAKERS
Leading experts, researchers and innovators in the global biodesign community.
More to be announced.
THE SUMMIT PROGRAM
08:00 - 09:00
Registration & Coffee
09:00 - 09:30
Welcome to Country & Opening Remarks
09:30 - 10:30
Keynote Speech followed by Fireside Chat
10:30 - 11:00
Morning Coffee Break & Networking
11:00 - 11:40
Global Needs-Driven Innovation: Hot Topics
11:40 - 12:40
Alumni Innovation Showcase
12:40 - 13:40
Networking Lunch
13:40 - 14:20
Building the Machine: What It Actually Takes to Grow a Health Innovation Ecosystem
14:20 - 15:10
Global Biodesign
15:10 - 15:15
Closing Reflections
15:15 - 16:00
Networking Sundowner
10TH ANNIVERSARY
GALA DINNER
_ MAY 18TH I 18:00 - 22:00 I FRASER’S
Set against the backdrop of Kings Park, this special evening will bring together a curated group of leaders, partners and alumni to celebrate a decade of innovation, collaboration and impact. Guests will be welcomed with a reception and drinks on arrival, followed by a seated three-course dinner, accompanied by a live jazz performance.
The evening will bring together national and international innovators, clinicians, academics and investors who have shaped, and are shaping, the future of healthcare globally.
Designed as both a celebration and a moment of connection, the Gala Dinner will offer a relaxed and elegant setting to engage with the Biodesign community, and our national and international guests.
ECOSYSTEM
EVENTS
_ MAY 19TH - MAY 21ST I VARIOUS TIMES & LOCATIONS
GLOBAL EXPERT
OFFICE HOURS
_ May 19TH I 08:30 - 11:00
Join us for a fast-paced 90-minute session designed to spark meaningful connections between startups, mentors and investors.
Startups will have the opportunity to pitch and engage in a series of short, focused 1:1 conversations, gaining feedback, exploring opportunities and building international relationships.
AUSMEDTECH
2026
_ May 19TH - 21ST
AusMedtech is Australia’s leading medtech conference, bringing together innovators, researchers, clinicians, investors and government partners to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of medtech.
The event will welcome the community at Crown Towers in Perth, Western Australia for three days of insights, collaboration and conversation that moves the sector forward.
OUR PARTNERS
With thanks to our partners
FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
Perth Biodesign acknowledges the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the Perth metropolitan area and surrounding lands in Western Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.
