Independent Research Organisations

Outside of the University and CRI systems, many independent organisations also contribute to research in New Zealand. Here is a sampling – IRANZ, the Independent Research Association of New Zealand, lists more on its site.

New Zealand Brain Research Institute

Originally focussing on Parkinson’s disease, the New Zealand Brain Research Institute has grown to include studies and clinics for other conditions, including Huntington’s and multiple sclerosis, and the normal functioning of the brain.

Contact
Dr Toni Pitcher – Research & Operations Manager
Email: enquiries@nzbri.org

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BRANZ

To thrive as a society, New Zealanders need a built environment that is safe, healthy and performs well. At its heart, BRANZ is a team of scientists, engineers and professionals passionately committed to ensuring the built environment is the best it can be. We use independent research, systems knowledge and our broad networks to identify practical solutions that improve Aotearoa New Zealand’s building system performance.

Contact
Steph McDonald – Senior Communications Advisor
Mobile: 027 405 9354
Email: media@branz.co.nz

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Cawthron Institute

Based in Nelson, Cawthron Institute is New Zealand’s largest independent science organisation, offering a broad spectrum of services to help protect the environment and support sustainable development of primary industries, with expertise in aquaculture research, marine and freshwater resource management, food safety and quality, algal technologies, biosecurity, and analytical testing.

Contact
Natalie Bird – Senior Communications Advisor
Mobile: +64 27 290 7704
Email: natalie.bird@cawthron.org.nz

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Dragonfly Data Science

Dragonfly Data Science is a growing science consultancy offering tailored data science, machine learning, statistical analysis, and reproducible reporting to clients in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally.

Contact
Phone: +64 (0)4 385 9285
Email: hello@dragonfly.co.nz

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Lincoln Agritech Ltd

Lincoln Agritech is an independent, multidisciplinary R&D company owned by Lincoln University. It has capability in: groundwater research to manage water quality and quantity; precision agriculture for sustainable primary production; new materials science; biotechnologies; smart sensor and measurement technologies utilising microwave sensing and machine vision; green tech; and software for designing pressurised irrigation systems.

Contact
Ashley Campbell – Marketing & Communications Manager
Mobile: +64 27 260 5426, Phone: +64 3 325 3705
Email: ashley.campbell@lincolnagritech.co.nz

Anya Hornsey – Group Manager Business Development & Marketing
Mobile: +64 27 205 8404, Phone: +64 3 325 3745
Email: anya.hornsey@lincolnagritech.co.nz

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Malaghan Institute of Medical Research

The Malaghan Institute of Medical Research is Aotearoa New Zealand’s world-class independent biomedical research institute with a focus on breakthrough discoveries in immunology and immunotherapy. More than 120 staff are working on research programmes across cancer, allergy and inflammation, infectious disease, and immune health.

Contact
Gail Marshall – Head of Communications
Mobile: +64 21 360 432
Email: gmarshall@malaghan.org.nz

Hamish Cameron – Senior Science Communicator
Mobile: +64 21 242 2835
Email: hcameron@malaghan.org.nz

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Mātai

Mātai, based in Gisborne-Tairāwhiti, is focused on medical imaging using new and advanced software, post-processing, and artificial intelligence. Areas of research interest include mild Traumatic Brain Injury/concussion, methamphetamine addiction, prostate cancer diagnosis, and cardiovascular disease.


Contact
Jeanette Lepper – Head of Communications
Mobile: +64 27 379 0170
Email: j.lepper@matai.org.nz

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Medical Research Institute of NZ

The Medical Research Institute of New Zealand (MRINZ), based in Wellington, investigates the causes of important public health problems, and uses this knowledge to improve the prevention and treatment of diseases, and to provide a base for specialist training in medical research. It has research programmes in numerous fields including asthma, cardiothoracic surgery, intensive care, medicinal cannabis, oxygen therapy, and stroke.

Contact
Nicola Marshall – Communications Advisor
Email: Nicola.Marshall@mrinz.ac.nz

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Motu Research

Motu Research is an independent, public-good focused economic and policy research institute. Areas of research include climate change, environmental regulation, emissions trading, water quality, housing, productivity, labour and population, infrastructure, and evaluation of national wellbeing.

Contact
Emma Williams – Media relations
Email: emma.williams@motu.org.nz

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Xerra Earth Observation Institute

Based in Alexandra, Xerra Earth Observation Institute is an independent Regional Research Institute conducting world-class research in the areas of Earth observation and remote sensing. Xerra is working closely with its peers, industry, and government to unlock the benefits from satellites passing overhead to monitor our land and sea in ways that have previously not been possible.

Contact
Phone: +64 3 448 8262
Email: info@xerra.nz

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