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.
Government invests up to $4.5 million in a NZ–US partnership to develop AI-powered digital twins for health and bioeconomy innovation.
Lincoln Agritech Limited is receiving Research Programmes funding for the following projects.
Auckland Museum Trust Board is receiving Research Programmes funding for the following projects.
Pūrangakura Limited is receiving Research Programmes funding for the following projects.
Auckland University of Technology is receiving Research Programmes funding for the following projects.
We received 169 applications for Smart Ideas funding in the 2025 round of the Endeavour Fund and 47 were approved for funding. We also continue to fund about 100 Smart Ideas awarded in previous years.
The Research Trust of Victoria University of Wellington is receiving Research Programmes funding for the following projects.
University of Waikato is receiving Research Programmes funding for the following projects.
University of Otago is receiving Research Programmes funding for the following projects.
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