The University of Sydney has been awarded $6 million from the Australian Government's Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) program to advance two key projects in hydrogen storage and medicine discovery for mental health. The projects aim to drive innovation and collaboration between academia and industry partners. The hydrogen storage project, led by Professor Cameron Kepert from the School of Chemistry, will work with industry partners to develop advanced nanoporous materials for hydrogen storage, focusing on export and in-situ storage at an unprecedented scale. This initiative aims to enhance efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness using green manufacturing methods, positioning Australia at the forefront of the global hydrogen export market. On the other hand, the mental health medicine discovery project, led by Dr. Nicholas Everett from the School of Psychology, aims to revolutionize drug discovery for mental health by combining human cell-based technology with novel compounds to address substance abuse disorders. This project seeks to develop new therapeutics that promote neuroplasticity to restore cognitive function, ultimately advancing lead compounds to clinical trials. Both projects underscore the University's dedication to research partnerships that drive positive outcomes for industry, sustainability, and mental health. The funding received reflects recognition from business partners and the government, highlighting the University's expertise in these crucial areas of research and innovation.