Regional Research Institutes Performance Framework
We monitor the progress and performance of Regional Research Institutes (RRIs) against a Performance Framework.
We monitor the progress and performance of Regional Research Institutes (RRIs) against a Performance Framework.
The Endeavour Fund plays a unique role in the science system through investing in excellent science with the potential to positively impact New Zealand’s economy, environment and society. The 2026 investment round will be through contract extension rather than open contest.
The Partnerships Scheme supports high-quality research aimed at increasing the competitiveness and sustainability of New Zealand’s economy.
AgResearch receives $44.4 million per year for 2 science platforms – Agri-food production and Premium agri-foods.
The Commercialisation Partner Network (CPN) builds the capability to turn science findings into commercially viable products.
Funding commercialisation projects from publicly funded research.
The Government is investing in an infrastructure platform for 2 nationally significant longitudinal studies, the Christchurch Health and Development Study, and the Dunedin Multidisciplinary Study.
Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research receives $17.4 million per year of Strategic Science Investment Fund (SSIF) funding for 2 science platforms - Land-based ecosystems and Enhancing land use.
We use a range of funding and support programmes to invest the majority of our science and innovation funds. Each programme is supported with comprehensive documentation covering application and assessment details.
The Government is investing $49 million in an Antarctic Science Platform to help us understand Antarctica’s impact on the global climate, and how this might change in a warming world.
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