MBIE - Science + Innovation: News and Events

Mastering molecular chess to mine nature's medicine chest

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:01:19 +1200

with Distinguished Professor Margaret Brimble, University of Auckland. 2012 Rutherford Medal recipient.

Mastering molecular chess to mine nature’s medicine chest

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:49:14 +1200

with Distinguished Professor Margaret Brimble, University of Auckland. 2012 Rutherford Medal recipient.

Mastering molecular chess to mine nature’s medicine chest

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:34:14 +1200

with Distinguished Professor Margaret Brimble, University of Auckland. 2012 Rutherford Medal recipient.

New initiatives will strengthen science and innovation links with China

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:37:50 +1200

Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce, who is currently accompanying the Prime Minister on an official visit to China, has announced two key initiatives that will strengthen science and innovation links between China and New Zealand.

Showcase of industry collaboration for pastoral research

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 09:38:19 +1300

Work from the second phase of the Pastoral 21 programme was showcased today at the Lincoln University Research Diary Farm.

$21m of new funding to benefit research partnerships

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 10:39:24 +1300

The Government will invest $21 million over a maximum of seven years to support research that will benefit two of New Zealand’s primary industries.

Electrospinning technology developed with the help of MBIE funding wins NZ Engineering Excellence Award

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 08:01:06 +1300

Auckland company Revolution Fibres won the Manufacturing and Mechanical Category of the 2012 New Zealand Engineering Excellence (NZEE) Award last week for its new Komodo machinery.

2013 NZ Hi-Tech Awards - Steve Wozniak joins panel of international judges and entries are now open!

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:51:04 +1300

Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple, has been named as one of the international judges for the 2013 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, which open for entry today.

Te Pūnaha seminar: The Use of Social and Market Intelligence to Enhance Impacts from Investment in Future Food Technologies

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 10:21:48 +1300

Join us to hear Dr Karen Cronin speak about the importance of social and market intelligence for maximising the impact of future food technologies for New Zealand.

AnimfxNZ 2012

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:29:12 +1300

AnimfxNZ is an annual conference and business matching event for New Zealand gaming, animation and visual effects professionals.

Te Pūnaha seminar: Capturing the commercial value of research in universities and creating market-ready graduates

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 11:01:31 +1300

At this Te Pūnaha seminar, Professor Kenneth Husted and Will Charles will speak about how New Zealand can capture the value of the research being done within its universities.

2012 TIN100 - New Zealand's $8 billion technology sector continues to grow

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 09:41:12 +1300

The eighth TIN100 Report, released in Auckland yesterday, has found that New Zealand’s technology sector is continuing to grow export revenue, invest in R&D and employ more staff despite challenging global conditions.

Interview with US economist Dr Julia Lane - Is science good for the economy?

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 16:54:29 +1300

Dr Julia Lane is a world renowned expert on how to measure the economic value of science – and why we should measure it. Although she has spent most of her career in the US, where she is a major player in the science system, Dr Lane is originally from Palmerston North.

2012 NZ IceFest

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 11:41:13 +1200

A cool and educational festival for the whole family.

Australia New Zealand Obesity Society Conference (ANZOS) 2012: For our children's children

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 15:55:13 +1300

For Our Children’s Children is self-explanatory. Obesity is increasing in our population and fears are growing that we are creating a generation of children that will die before their parents. ANZOS 2012 is bringing together over 270 people from different perspectives to discuss the issues.

Kiwi entrepreneurs given a chance to catapult their business

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 09:59:18 +1200

MBIE is welcoming today's launch of the Catapult Programme, an initiative that will see budding Kiwi entrepreneurs given the opportunity to fast track their ideas into United States markets.

Seminar: How to plan for scientific discoveries

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 11:43:52 +1200

The Royal Society of New Zealand and MBIE Science + Innovation Group are pleased to announce a presentation by Sir Richard Friend, Distinguished Speaker of the Royal Society.

Chemeca 2012

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:56:50 +1300

The influence of chemical engineers has been felt throughout Australian and New Zealand Industries for a long time. Chemical engineers have played a unique role with their big picture perspective and systems-thinking approach, and without them, the dairy, meat, pulp and paper, mineral, metals, energy and water sectors would not be the mainstay of the Australian and New Zealand economies that they are today.

Chemeca 2012 will showcase both the breadth and the focus of the profession through invited plenary lectures and keynote addresses, and presentations of peer reviewed papers by delegates.

KiwiNet Commercialisation Forum

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:57:43 +1200

The forum brings together research commercialisation staff to build and share networks, knowledge and capability.

Te Pūnaha seminar: Measuring the Value of Science

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 15:31:00 +1200

Join us to hear well-renowned international economist Dr Julia Lane speak about the importance of measuring the economic value of science.

Festival for the Future 2012

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 10:06:04 +1200

Festival for the Future is about ideas, innovation and action. It's a cross-disciplinary event that re-frames 21st century issues as opportunities - with an action-packed programme that supports participants to develop skills, spark & grow world-changing ideas.

NZ-Korea International Medical Symposium

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 10:19:03 +1200

New Medicines and Medical Applications.

Comvita Science Symposium 2012: Engaging Science

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 09:00:31 +1200

This year is the fourth annual science symposium where you can hear from industry leaders as they share new findings and latest publications. Share innovative ways of making the science of natural products consumer-friendly.

Morgo 2012

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 17:21:52 +1200

This year is the 10th Annual Morgo conference for entrepreneurs. Morgo's main aim is for entrepreneurs to recharge their batteries and encourage each other on growing their companies and networking.

ABIC 2012: International Conference for Agricultural Biotechnology

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:48:09 +1300

It’s the right time in history to focus on agricultural biotechnology which is why interest in ABIC 2012 is running high. We’ve already confirmed a strong line-up of keynote speakers from some of the world’s leading research, investment and commercial companies in the fields of biotechnology, energy, health, nutrition and food. That includes Du Pont Agricultural Biotechnology, energy crop producer Ceres, Monsanto and investment firm Burrill & Company.

Marsden Fund Council vacancies

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 15:36:25 +1200

Eminent scientists are sought to fill three positions on the Marsden Fund Council.

Business Growth Agenda: Building Innovation report released

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 10:54:59 +1200

The Building Innovation report states the Government's commitment to making New Zealand into an innovative nation where scientific development and innovation underpin a prosperous and sustainable economy and society.

Collaboration marks 2012 science investment round

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 16:24:30 +1200

A high level of collaboration to get more value from research has marked this year’s science investment round.

Wanted: 10 bright entrepreneurs to attend the MIT, EDP in Boston

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 17:03:14 +1200

Are you aspiring to being a high-performing, world class entrepreneur? Here's your chance of a lifetime.

ATI to be named after Sir Paul Callaghan

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 16:49:31 +1200

Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce today announced that the Government's new Advanced Technology Institute will be named after Sir Paul Callaghan.

Government launches first Business Growth Agenda progress report

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 13:53:36 +1200

Finance Minister Bill English and Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce today launched Building Export Markets progress report at Wedgelock Equipment (an excavator attachment exporter) in Upper Hutt.

Te Pūnaha seminar: The Dos and Don'ts of Technology Transfer with Dr John Baker

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 14:09:22 +1200

The Dos and Don't of Technology Transfer with Dr John Baker

ExportNZ Canterbury Global Connections Conference

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 09:34:19 +1200

The ExportNZ Canterbury Global Connections Conference is happening on 30 August at the Westpac Hub in Christchurch.

New Crown Research Chair announced

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 16:48:55 +1200

Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce has announced that Landcare Research's Deputy Chair Peter Schuyt has taken over as Chair following the retirement of Jo Brosnahan.

Te Pūnaha seminar: The Commercialisation of hard tissue implant technology

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 09:49:29 +1200

The Commercialisation of hard tissue implant technology with Kathryn McGrath.

MBIE’s Science and Innovation Group congratulates the winners of the Sir Paul Callaghan Awards for Young Science Orators

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 12:08:08 +1200

New ATI to get innovation to market faster

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 13:52:55 +1200

Prime Minister John Key and Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce today announced the structure for a new Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) that will become a high-tech HQ for innovative New Zealand businesses.

Sir Paul Callaghan Young Science Orator Awards and Eureka! Symposium

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:08:37 +1200

New Zealand's 12 best young science orators will come together at Victoria University to capture an audience with their passion and belief in the power of science to deliver lasting economic and social benefit for New Zealand.

Innovate + Grow interactive e-book

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 11:22:25 +1200

A comprehensive guide to R&D is now available free as an e-book.

2012 Postgraduate Internships open

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:49:55 +1200

MSI & Marlborough Research delegation head to US

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 12:05:04 +1200

Marlborough Research Centre partners with Ministry of Science and Innovation on trade mission to America.

Te Pūnaha seminar: Agricultural Productivity and Environmental Sustainability with Dr Brian Bell

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 14:05:15 +1200

Agricultural Productivity and Environmental Sustainability: Are we going to throw the baby out with the bath water? with Dr Brian Bell

2012 Transit of Venus Forum - Lifting our Horizon

Wed, 30 May 2012 16:27:14 +1200

Appointments to new Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:47:57 +1200

The Acting Chief Executive of the new Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, David Smol, has appointed the acting senior leadership team who will lead the Ministry from 1 July.

Scientific Merit Review Summit - Global Research Council

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 16:54:34 +1200

In May 2012 MSI officials attended the inaugural Global Research Council meeting in Washington DC, hosted by the US National Science Foundation.

2012 Transit of Venus Forum - Lifting our Horizon. MSI is proud to bring you Live Streaming of the event!

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 09:43:15 +1200

Congratulations to the winners of the 2012 New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards

Wed, 16 May 2012 13:44:50 +1200

A company that creates wall-climbing robots for high risk environments is the winner of the Ministry of Science and Innovation (MSI) Best Hi-Tech Start-Up category at the 2012 New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards.

Usability Enhancements improve portal User Experience

Thu, 10 May 2012 13:19:27 +1200

Request for research proposals - sustainable land management and climate change

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:35:05 +1200

The Government is investing about $7.1 million (excluding GST) in research related to understanding and adapting to climate change.

World Class New Zealanders Inspire Canterbury

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:05:51 +1200

Inspire Canterbury 2012 features a series of powerful presentations from World Class New Zealanders who have made an impact in business internationally.

MSI is proud to support the Idealog Guide to R&D

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:27:59 +1200

Te Pūnaha seminar: Expansion & Export in the Food & Beverage Sector with Tim Morris

Wed, 02 May 2012 13:09:46 +1200

Join us to hear Tim Morris, Managing Director of Coriolis Research, speak about New Zealand's emerging high potential food & beverage export industries.

Partnerships funding

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:29:24 +1200

The Ministry of Science and Innovation's Partnerships has issued a request for proposals for its recently-improved Partnerships funding programme.

New Agency Acting Chief Executive Announced

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:30:34 +1200

The State Services Commissioner, Iain Rennie, has announced that David Smol will undertake the responsibilities of Acting Chief Executive Designate of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment confirmed

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:46:43 +1200

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment to be created

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:24:05 +1300

Govt backs emerging Kiwi researchers

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:25:24 +1200

Asia Pacific Science Policy Studies (SPS) research conference

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 15:53:54 +1200

What is the relationship between science and policy decision-making? How do nations make decisions to invest in science and technology – and how are citizens involved?

Te Pūnaha seminar: Systems for innovation with David Albury

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:43:35 +1300

At this Te Punaha seminar, David Albury will discuss how government agencies can focus on taking a much more systematic approach to cultivating innovation. He will talk about the strengths and weaknesses of innovation funds, programmes, and labs.

MSI pays tribute to Professor Sir Paul Callaghan

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 15:04:21 +1300

Finalists Announced for 2012 NZ Hi-Tech Awards

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:44:10 +1300

Christchurch Startup Weekend

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:47:45 +1300

Startup Weekend is an intense 54 hour event which focuses on building a web or mobile application which could form the basis of a credible business over the course of a weekend.

Better by Design - CEO Summit 2012

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:12:57 +1300

The Better by Design CEO Summit 2012 - Design your future - will be held on the 27th and 28th of March 2012 at the Villa Maria Estate, Mangere, Auckland.

International Business Awards 2012 winners announced

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 15:54:57 +1300

Helping to save the billion-dollar kiwifruit industry

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:40:30 +1300

Victoria University researcher Dr David Ackerley is working to combat the PSA disease that has ravaged New Zealand’s $1 billion kiwifruit industry.

International agbiotech leaders confirmed for Kiwi event

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:04:47 +1300

The Ministry of Science and Innovation is a key sponsor of the world’s top international agricultural biotechnology conference, being held in New Zealand this year – the Agricultural Biotechnology International Conference (ABIC) 2012.

Te Pūnaha seminar: Commercialisation strategies for innovating companies

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:09:42 +1300

For a start-up company deciding whether and when to partner with an established firm to access the product development and marketing necessary to get to market, can influence the success of the innovation.

New Marsden Fund Council chair appointed

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 17:10:56 +1300

Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce today announced the appointment of Canterbury University Professor Juliet Gerrard as the new Chair of the Marsden Fund Council.

New Marsden Fund Council chair appointed

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:23:59 +1300

Te Pūnaha seminar: The Danish story of harnessing innovation

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:55:03 +1300

Entries open for 2012 NZ Hi-Tech Awards

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:23:41 +1300

Entries are open for the 2012 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, so get in quick and encourage your networks to apply.

MSI congratulates the finalists in the 2012 NZ International Business Awards

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:10:31 +1300

Three vacancies on the Marsden Fund Council

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:22:22 +1300

MSI is advertising three vacancies on the Marsden Fund Council.

Identity Conference 2012 - Managing digital identity in a networked world

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:16:39 +1300

The Identity Conference will highlight the latest trends, perspectives, solutions and experiences in the wider field of identity. It will also cover strategic, implementation and policy issues related to establishing user-centric identity information management in a variety of public and private sector relationships.

Visit from the President of the European Research Council

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:12:57 +1300

The President of the European Research Council, Professor Helga Nowotny, is visiting New Zealand.

Global ambition: achieving business growth in New Zealand and beyond

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:12:57 +1300

The Medical Technology Association of New Zealand (MTANZ) and the New Zealand Health IT Cluster are facilitating the 3rd Medical Technology Conference to bring together key business executives, healthcare stakeholders, policy makers and appropriate government officials to address the major themes for these New Zealand high-technology manufacturing sectors.