Accelerate 9

Meet the ON Accelerate 9 Cohort

The journey began in November 2024 with Bootcamp, where Australia’s brightest deep tech innovators took their first steps toward commercialisation.

Following a highly competitive selection process, 11 standout teams advanced to Immersion Week and participated in the ON Core event in February 2025.

Over a period of three months, they have undergone an intensive program combining in-person and online learning, guided by industry experts and mentors.

On Thursday, 5 June 2025, we celebrated the growth and achievements of these pioneering research-driven startups as they take the stage at the ON Accelerate 9 Showcase in Melbourne -presenting their ventures to investors, industry leaders and the broader innovation ecosystem.

Find out more about the teams

These teams are working on breakthrough science and technology aligned that with the Australian Government’s National Science Priorities, including:

• • Transitioning to a net zero future,
  • Supporting healthy and thriving communities,
  • Protecting and restoring Australia’s environment, and
  • Building a secure and resilient nation.

These priorities guide the science and research collaborations Australia needs to address its most pressing challenges and create lasting impact.

Watch the ON Accelerate 9 Showcase opening video and full recording

This video opened the ON Accelerate 9 Showcase, setting the tone for a night celebrating science-driven innovation and entrepreneurial research. It highlights the mission of the ON Innovation Program; turning bold research into real-world impact.

Filmed live at Metropolis Events in Melbourne, these presentations mark the culmination of an intensive journey. Where researchers become founders, and big ideas find their next step. Discover the future, one pitch at a time. Catch up on the FULL Showcase event recording.