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BUDGET 2016: Science and research

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 26 May 201603 May 2017

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

Reflections on Science  |  Published: 09 May 201609 May 2016

Ahead of the launch of his new book Silencing Science, Prof Shaun Hendy has written an opinion article for the […]

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Business R&D spend rises – Expert reaction

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 07 April 201603 May 2017

New Zealand businesses increased their research and development spending by more than 15 per cent in the last year, according […]

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The art of science advice – RNZ

Reflections on Science  |  Published: 01 April 2016

Radio New Zealand science journalist Veronika Meduna recently quizzed New Zealand’s chief science advisor, Sir Peter Gluckman, and Australia’s newly-appointed […]

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Why do governments support research? – Sir Peter Gluckman

Reflections on Science  |  Published: 22 October 2015

Sir Peter Gluckman, the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor, discuses the history and future of government research funding in latest […]

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National science strategy – In the News

In the News  |  Published: 06 October 201506 October 2015

The National Statement of Science Investment, launched yesterday, has been widely covered by New Zealand media. The document lays out […]

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Science strategy launched – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 05 October 201528 March 2016

The Government has laid out its strategy for science over the next decade in a new National Statement of Science […]

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‘Opinion gap’ between science and public – experts respond

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 30 January 201528 March 2016

Is GM food safe to eat? Are humans responsible for climate change? Should we use animals in research? The views […]

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Audio: Science advice in the context of opposing views

Expert Q&A  |  Published: 02 September 201428 March 2016

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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National Statement of Science Investment

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 28 May 201428 March 2016

How much money should New Zealand spend on science and who should get it? The Government has tackled this question […]

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