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A simpler approach to funding science in New Zealand

14 October 2025

The Government has announced the next major milestone in reforming New Zealand’s science, innovation, and technology funding system. The changes will deliver a simpler, strategy-driven approach that aligns public investment with national research priorities.

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New Zealand and Australia to accelerate space science and technology

28 September 2025

Three collaborative projects to strengthen trans-Tasman space science, build capability, and unlock new commercial opportunities.

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Government backs NZ–US digital twin collaboration

18 September 2025

Government invests up to $4.5 million in a NZ–US partnership to develop AI-powered digital twins for health and bioeconomy innovation.

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New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology launches major AI investment

18 September 2025

The New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology (NZIAT) is launching its second major initiative to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) research and commercialisation.

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Endeavour Fund backs 19 Research Programmes to deliver benefits for New Zealand

04 September 2025

$183.82 million investment will support ambitious research to boost New Zealand’s economy, environment and society.

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Four research projects partnering with China funded

14 August 2025

Four innovative research projects have been awarded funding through the 10th round of the New Zealand-China Strategic Research Alliance. Each project will receive $300,000 over the next 3 years, focusing on environmental science and food science, areas of shared strategic importance to both countries.

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Biotech and AI Collaboration Launched with Singapore

24 July 2025

$24 million investment to support 7 projects focused on future food and healthy ageing through cutting-edge science and collaboration.

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New Zealand and NASA Launch Earth Observation Partnership

23 June 2025

Innovative collaboration to enhance resilience and sustainability.

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Endeavour Fund 2025: Announcing Smart Ideas research projects

23 June 2025

New funding supports 46 early-stage research initiatives with strong potential for national impact and economic growth.

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Government Launches He Ara Whakahihiko Capability Fund

29 May 2025

New He Ara Whakahihiko Capability Fund will streamline investment in science and technology partnerships with the Māori economy to unlock commercial potential.

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