This Investment Plan outlines the policy context for the He Ara Whakahihiko Capability Fund. Up to $8.6 million (excluding GST) is available to fund successful proposals in each investment round.
The Government is investing in an Infectious Disease research platform to ensure New Zealand has world class research capability to respond to serious infectious disease threats.
The Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) receives $12.2 million per year of Strategic Science Investment Fund (SSIF) funding for 2 science platforms – Human and environmental health and Forensic science.
AgResearch receives $44.4 million per year for 2 science platforms – Agri-food production and Premium agri-foods.
The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) receives $42.7 million per year for 3 science platforms - Marine environment, Freshwater environment, and Climate and weather hazards.
Ka arotakea tō marohitanga ki te aratohu, ngā paearu me ngā tūtohi tuku piro i raro nei.
Your proposal will be assessed using the guidance, criteria, and scoring tables below.
MBIE has announced the 3 successful proposals for the 2024 Catalyst: Strategic investment under the New Zealand–Japan Joint Research Programme.
X-craft Enterprises Limited is receiving Smart Ideas funding for the following projects.
New funding supports 46 early-stage research initiatives with strong potential for national impact and economic growth.
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