Welcome to Global Research & Collaboration Hub

ExpertGate brings together all Australian universities, industry, government, and global partners to drive joint research, secure funding, and deliver innovations that address Australia’s priorities and the world’s social needs.


Who We Are

The Australian Graduate Industry Research School (AGIRS) is the parent institution of ExpertGate – Australia’s Global Research & Innovation Hub. 

We work with all Australian universities, industry, government, and international partners in one collaborative hub, delivering research and innovation that address Australia’s priorities and global social needs. 

ExpertGate extends this mission worldwide. By tackling a key challenge for researchers and institutions — connecting the right partners, forming diverse teams, and navigating complex funding systems — ExpertGate creates a single platform where Australia’s research strengths link seamlessly with international opportunities. This approach strengthens Australia’s position as a global leader in innovation, while delivering outcomes across health, climate, technology, education, and beyond. 

As an NHMRC-approved administering institution, AGIRS operates with the highest standards of governance, ethics, and compliance. Our initiatives directly support Australia’s national research priorities, including health and medical research, defence, climate resilience, advanced manufacturing, digital technologies, and Indigenous-led initiatives. 

We are equally committed to social responsibility. By reinvesting 50% of our profits into education and inclusive research initiatives, AGIRS ensures that innovation delivers broad community benefit — a model that aligns with the Australian Government’s vision of research as a driver of national prosperity and global impact.

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Leadership & Advisory Board

Prof. Dr. Md. Mamun Habib

Prof. Dr. Md. Mamun Habib

Bangladesh

President & Strategic Advisor, Global Research Partnership at ExpertGate
Professor & Head at Management at Independent University | Visiting Scientist, UTA, USA | Adjunct Professor, UNIRAZAK, Malaysia
Dr. Nadine Campbell

Dr. Nadine Campbell

Australia

Chair & Strategic Advisor – Global Research Partnership
Academic Program Advisor, Human Resource Management, School of Business, Western Sydney University
Prof. Alan Win

Prof. Alan Win

New Zealand

Chair & Strategic Advisor- Research, Enterprise and Engagement at ExpertGate
Honorary Professor at The University of Sydney | Director of Middlebank Consulting Group
Mr. Saul Eslake

Mr. Saul Eslake

Australia

Strategic Advisor - Economic Development & Global Research Collaboration at ExpertGate
Economist | Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow at University of Tasmania
Mr. Bill Baker

Mr. Bill Baker

USA

Technology & Global Engagement Advisor at ExpertGate
Co-Founder & Initial Investor at NuQ | Father. Start-up Alchemist. Quantum Geek
Roger McIntosh

Roger McIntosh

Australia

Strategic Advisor For Global Investment & Research Collaboration
Founder-Optimal Alpha Investment Strategies | Sessional Lecturer, Monash University, Swinburne Univeristy
Prof.  Dr. Abdul Quaiyum Ansari

Prof. Dr. Abdul Quaiyum Ansari

India

Strategic Advisor – Global Research and Innovation at ExpertGate
Immediate Past Chair - IEEE Delhi Section; Chair - SIGHT036; Vice Chair - India Council - HTA; Chair - IEEE PES-HAC (New Initiatives)
Prof. Dr. Nawab Ali Khan

Prof. Dr. Nawab Ali Khan

India

Strategic Advisor for Research and Innovation
Professor at Department of Commerce, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh U.P.

Strategic Goals by 2035

Build Partnerships –Australia and Global

ExpertGate will help Australian universities collaborate with over 100 leading global universities, research institutes, and industry partners, supported by agreements with Australian Government agencies and international funding bodies.

Grow Research Capacity Worldwide

We will support 20,000 interdisciplinary research teams linking Australian academics with global peers, and establish hybrid research hubs in major Australian cities and key international locations.

Secure National and International Funding

We will help secure over AUD $5 billion in competitive funding through a real-time global grant alert and partner-matching system.

Advance Australia’s National Research Priorities

We will assist Australian universities in leading projects in health, defence, AI, climate resilience, advanced manufacturing, digital technologies, and Indigenous-led research, aligned with national priorities.

Lead in AI Research and Innovation

ExpertGate will position Australia as a leader in AI-driven research by creating dedicated AI research hubs, fostering cross-sector AI collaborations, and developing global partnerships in emerging technologies.

Develop Skills and Talent

We will deliver 10,000 training programs and host the annual Global Research Summit in Australia to strengthen the national research workforce.

100 Events – Australia–Global Innovation Forum

From 2025 to 2035, ExpertGate will host 100 annual table discussions uniting researchers, industry leaders, investors, and policymakers worldwide to share insights, spark innovations, and forge partnerships for impactful research, technology, and commercialisation.

Social Impact

ExpertGate will reinvest 50% of profits into research and education initiatives, focusing on regional, remote, and Indigenous communities, and provide scholarships for early-career researchers.

Work with Us

Find the right partners

We connect Australia’s leading universities and research institutes with international collaborators, aligning expertise to develop solutions that directly address social, economic, and environmental problems.

Build interdisciplinary teams

We bring together Australian researchers and global experts across disciplines, combining academic excellence with industry know-how to tackle complex challenges that demand diverse perspectives.

Secure competitive funding

We strengthen Australia’s position in competitive national and global funding systems, helping partners secure the investment needed to solve real-world problems at scale.

Collaborate globally

With Australia as a trusted hub, ExpertGate extends networks across borders, ensuring local discoveries contribute to global solutions for shared societal challenges.

Accelerate innovation

We drive the translation of Australian research into innovations that address urgent issues — from healthcare access to climate resilience — delivering tangible social benefits.

Advance National and Global Priorities

Our projects are aligned with Australia’s national research priorities and international agendas, ensuring innovation contributes directly to social progress and sustainable development.

Find Innovation Experts

Access our global network of academic and industry experts to support your project. From AI specialists and clinical researchers to policy analysts and engineers—we match you with the right talent to solve complex challenges

Co-Design Funded Research Projects

Collaborate with leading researchers and universities to co-design high-impact research projects. We help align your organisational needs with research outcomes—through NHMRC, MRFF, ARC, and international grants.

Apply for Grants with Expert Teams

ExpertGate provides end-to-end grant support, including project scoping, budgeting, compliance, ethics, and submissions. We strengthen your success in securing funding from NHMRC, MRFF, ARC, Horizon Europe, and other global schemes.

Organise Custom Training Programs

Upskill your team with customised training designed and delivered by subject-matter experts. We offer online and hybrid formats across areas like AI, sustainability, health innovation, education, and leadership development.

Industry and Government Partnerships

We connect research with practice. By strengthening collaborations between academia, business, and government, we ensure R&D projects deliver measurable outcomes with both commercial and public-good impact.

Talent Development

ExpertGate integrates students, graduates, and early-career researchers into live projects, equipping them with the practical experience, skills, and networks needed to thrive in the workforce.

Meet Our Top Experts

Reinvesting 50% of ExpertGate Profits

We are committed to making a positive impact beyond business success. That's why we pledge to reinvest 50% of our profits into educational initiatives that empower underprivileged communities. This investment will support: 

Education for All - Providing access to quality education, training, and resources for individuals in underserved communities, fostering future generations of experts.

Research Advancements -Funding groundbreaking research initiatives in diverse fields, driving innovation, and supporting academic and industry collaborations for global advancement.

Skill Development - Offering scholarships, training programs, and mentorship to equip individuals with the skills they need to excel in various industries, opening new opportunities for success.

How We Build Global Teams for Innovations

Find the Right Grants – We identify the most relevant Australian and international funding opportunities across sectors such as health, technology, artificial intelligence, and more, ensuring your project is strategically aligned for success. 

Build the Right Team – We bring together leading experts from universities and industry in Australia and around the world to form a high-performing, multidisciplinary team with the skills and experience needed to deliver outstanding results. 

Develop a Research Project Society Needs – We work closely with you to design a project that addresses urgent social, economic, and industry challenges, ensuring it has both national relevance and global impact. 

Submit Grant Applications & Full Research Journey – We guide you through the entire research journey—from preparing and submitting competitive grant applications to securing funding, delivering the project, and achieving measurable outcomes and tangible benefits for society. 

Sandeep Reddy

Professor | Public Health

Centre for Advancement of Translational AI in Medicine

Aizura Syafinaz Ahmad Adlan

Professor | Gynaecologist Consultant

Professor at University of Malaya

Fatimah Alakeel

Cybersecurity Specialist

Assistant Professor at King Saud University

Georgina Chambers

Professor | Director, National Perinatal Epidemiology

University of New South Wales

Ioannis Bournakis

Economist | Consultant

Associate Professor at SKEMA Business School, France

The Founding Story of ExpertGate

ExpertGate – Australia’s Global Research & Collaboration Hub was co-founded by Dr Mohammad Riyadh and Jannat Bahar, CA with a shared vision: to break barriers between research, industry, and society. 

Dr Riyadh, a global research leader, saw how world-class research often struggled to find the right partners, teams, and funding. Jannat, a Chartered Accountant with expertise in governance and finance, understood the systemic challenges that kept innovation from reaching its full potential. 

Together, they created ExpertGate — a gateway that unites Australian research with global innovation. Powered by the Australian Graduate Industry Research School (AGIRS), ExpertGate connects universities, industry, government, and international partners in one place to deliver projects with real-world impact. 

From the beginning, they committed to equity and inclusion, pledging to reinvest 50% of profits into education and socially responsible research initiatives, ensuring the benefits of innovation are shared widely.

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