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.

Earlier this year, the Prime Minister announced the most significant changes to our science, innovation and technology system in more than 30 years.

Seven exceptional university students have earned New Zealand Space Scholarships and will intern at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Southern California.

Seven exceptional university students have earned New Zealand Space Scholarships and will intern at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Southern California.

The postal Deed of Understanding sets out the minimum obligations of the national mail carrier, New Zealand Post, for the sale and delivery of postal products.

Up to 30 PhD students each year will be supported through the new applied doctorates scheme, hosted by the University of Auckland, in partnership with Victoria University of Wellington, University of Otago and Massey University.

New Zealand’s gene technology rules are being updated to match scientific and technological advancements.

The Strategic Science Investment Fund (SSIF) supports strategic investment in research programmes and scientific infrastructure that have long-term beneficial impact on New Zealand’s health, economy, environment and society.

This page contains annual public statements from contract holders about their collections and databases.

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