Strategic Research Partnership Requests Diabetes Australia receives multiple requests from external parties requesting support for research funding applications. This includes both cash and in-kind contributions. To find out more and to apply for support from Diabetes Australia, please download the application form below. Request to Support an External Research Proposal In addition to the Diabetes Australia Research Program, Diabetes Australia works with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and the Royal Australian College of Physicians (RACP) as research partners.