Scholars will undertake research of importance to the bilateral relationship between Australia and the United States in the areas of resources and energy, or other related fields of engineering, physics, mining, geology, and resource extraction. Other activities may include consulting on curriculum, participating in graduate/faculty seminars, and giving guest lectures.

The Distinguished Scholar in American Political Science, funded by Flinders University, is designed to facilitate research which focuses on public policy relating to issues facing both the United States and Australia. 

The Australian-American Fulbright Commission is pleased to offer the Fulbright Future Scholarships.

The Fulbright Future Scholarships support research projects that seek to advance cutting-edge applied science, kick start innovative business collaborations that foster the creation of new jobs, or further the development of impact-driven emergent technologies.

The Fulbright Postdoctoral Award supports research projects undertaken at any Australian institution. All applicants should demonstrate plans for some interaction with host institution faculty and students.

The Fulbright Scholar Awards support research projects undertaken at any Australian institution. Other activities may include consulting on curriculum, participating in graduate/faculty seminars and giving guest lectures. All applicants should demonstrate plans for interaction with the host institution faculty and students.

Commencing in 2025, the Fulbright Scholar Award will enable outstanding academics from the United States to undertake research with University of Wollongong academic teams on areas of mutual benefit to Australia and the United States.