The Government has released this year’s Budget, with a number of funding increases in the science and innovation sector. This […]
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The high public cost of muzzling scientists – Shaun Hendy
Ahead of the launch of his new book Silencing Science, Prof Shaun Hendy has written an opinion article for the […]
Continue readingBusiness R&D spend rises – Expert reaction
New Zealand businesses increased their research and development spending by more than 15 per cent in the last year, according […]
Continue readingThe art of science advice – RNZ
Radio New Zealand science journalist Veronika Meduna recently quizzed New Zealand’s chief science advisor, Sir Peter Gluckman, and Australia’s newly-appointed […]
Continue readingWhy do governments support research? – Sir Peter Gluckman
Sir Peter Gluckman, the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor, discuses the history and future of government research funding in latest […]
Continue readingNational science strategy – In the News
The National Statement of Science Investment, launched yesterday, has been widely covered by New Zealand media. The document lays out […]
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The Government has laid out its strategy for science over the next decade in a new National Statement of Science […]
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Is GM food safe to eat? Are humans responsible for climate change? Should we use animals in research? The views […]
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A panel discussion at the inaugural Science Advice to Governments conference in Auckland, 28-29 August, 2014. Science advice in the context of […]
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How much money should New Zealand spend on science and who should get it? The Government has tackled this question […]
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