Science Media Centre

They also carry out scientific research into cancer, the Auckland Cancer Society Research Centre (ACSRC) was founded by the Auckland Cancer Society in 1956, primarily to seek new drugs for cancer treatment. Since 1998 the Centre has been jointly managed by the Auckland Cancer Society and the University of Auckland in order to broaden its scientific and academic base. This Centre is regarded internationally as one of the world’s leading anti-cancer drug development laboratories.
Contact
John Loof – Chief Executive
Phone: +64-9-308-0160 Email: jloof@akcansoc.org.nz

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The Bioengineering Institute specialises in the application of mathematical and engineering sciences to biology- human physiology in particular. Hosted by Auckland University.
Contact
Peter Nielsen
Phone: +64-9-373-7599-x85360 Email: p.nielsen@auckland.ac.nz

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BRANZ

Funds research to help strengthen the building and construction industry, to ultimately enhance the economic status of NZ.
Contact
Tui MacDonald – Marketing and Communications
Phone: +64-4-238-1323 Email: tui.macdonald@branz.co.nz

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The Cancer Society of New Zealand is the leading organisation dedicated to reducing the incidence of cancer and ensuring the best cancer care for everyone in New Zealand. The Cancer Society consists of a national office, located in Wellington, and six regional divisions.

Contact
Lynne St Clair-Chapman – National Communications Manager
Phone: +64-4-494-7195 Email: lynne@cancer.org.nz

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The Carter Observatory will provide education and learning experiences in astronomy for the public, for students and for amateur astronomers that are both authoritative and stimulating; and which excite the young to seek further involvement with science and technology
Contact
Sarah Rusholme
Phone: +64-4-831-1131 Email: sarah.rusholme@wcc.govt.nz

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Cawthron Institute conducts research into New Zealand’s seafood industry and sustainable management of the coastal and freshwater environment to provide advice and analytical services.
Contact
Gillian Wratt – Chief Executive
Phone: +64-3-548-2319 Email: gillian.wratt@cawthron.org.nz

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DairyNZ undertakes research in key areas of dairy farming to give advice on farming innovations and on-farm productivity.
Contact
Tim Mackle – Chief Executive Officer
Phone: +64-7-858-3753 Email: tim.mackle@dairynz.co.nz

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The Donald Beasley Institute promotes and carrys out applied research in the area of intellectual disability in order to advance eduaction, understanding and well-being for people affected by intellectual disabilities.
Contact
Dr Brigit Mirfin-Veitch – Director
Phone: +64-3-479-2162 Email: bmirfin-veitch@donaldbeasley.org.nz

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FertResearch funds a great deal of scientific research which aims to generate new knowledge and innovation in fertiliser use.
Contact
Dr Hilton Furness – Technical Director
Phone: +64-9-415-1357 Email: hilton.furness@fertresearch.org.nz

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GeoNet, a collaboration between the Earthquake Commission and GNS Science, provides real-time monitoring and data collection for rapid response and research into earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides and tsunami hazards.
Contact

Phone: +64-4-570-1444 Email: info@geonet.org.nz

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The Health Research Council of New Zealand (HRC) is the Crown agency responsible for the management of the Government’s investment in public good health research.
Contact
Kristine Scherp – Manager Communications
Phone: +64-9-303-5202 Email: kscherp@hrc.govt.nz

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HERA is a non-profit research organisation that exists for resource support for the metals-based industries, with the aim of increasing technical competence and improving New Zealand’s metal industry capability and competitiveness.
Contact
Dr Wolfgang Scholz – Director
Phone: +64-9-262-4848 Email: info@hera.org.nz

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The Malaghan Institute of Medical Research is an independent biomedical research facility focussed on finding cures for asthma, cancer, arthritis, multiple sclerosis and infectious disease. The Insititute is hosted by Victoria University.
Contact
Tanya Fulcher – Fundraising and Communications Manager
Phone: +64-4-499-6914-x811 Email: tfulcher@malaghan.org.nz

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Meat and Wool NZ funds agricultural research with the aim of educating the farming industry about ways to increase farm and industry profitability.
Contact
Jan Keir-Smith – Communications Projects Officer
Phone: +64-4-474-0697 Email: research@meatandwoolnz.com

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LASRA serves the leather and footwear manufacturing idustries by producing research on leather production, processes and product development, waste treatment and looking at raw stock improvement.
Contact

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NZPBRA researches, develops and trials new plant technology. NZPBRA also develops and promotes forage and arable sector research programmes.
Contact
Ann Harper – Executive Director
Phone: +64-3-341-6059 Email: ann.harper@seedindustrynz.co.nz

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RMI is a professional and trade organisation representing companies engaged in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of prescription medicines. Their aim is to ensure that New Zealanders have access to the best range of research based medicines.
Contact
Ken Shirley – Chief Executive Officer
Phone: +64-4-499-4277 Email: kshirley@rmianz.co.nz

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Liggins is a medical research institute that was established by the University of Auckland. At the institute scientists’ research is concerned with genetic heritage and environmental implications on human growth and development, namely: reproductive biology, pregnancy and birth; fetal and neonatal physiology and medicine; paediatric endocrinology, child development and puberty; brain development, degeneration and repair and the development of learning and behaviour.
Contact
Professor Peter Gluckman – Director
Phone: +64-9-373-7599-x86691 Email: pd.gluckman@auckland.ac.nz

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Transport Engineering Research are an independent company who give advice and information to both government and industry on road transport with the aim of ‘improving the efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability of the transport sector’.
Contact
Peter Baas – Managing Director
Phone: +64-9-262-2556 Email: p.baas@ternz.co.nz

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