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The Bioeconomy Science Institute brings together Plant & Food Research, AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research and Scion to drive innovation and commercial outcomes in New Zealand’s bioeconomy. The institute’s world-class science supports growth in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, aquaculture, and biotechnology; strengthens ecosystems against biosecurity and climate risks; and develops new bio-based technologies and products for a resilient, prosperous future.
Otago Innovation was formed in 2002 with the exclusive responsibility of commercialising Intellectual Property arising from research within the University of Otago. Otago Innovation is the bridge between the lab bench and the market, between University scientists and outside investors, helping to prepare novel technologies developed by Otago researchers for commercialisation.
Lincoln University has a long and proud history of transferring valuable new knowledge to a wide range of end-users, particularly those involved in the land-based industries.
Earth Sciences New Zealand unites GNS Science and NIWA to advance research and innovation across Aotearoa’s natural resources and environments. The organisation drives sustainable economic growth and wellbeing through world-leading science that enhances energy security, supports climate adaptation, builds resilience to natural hazards, and strengthens stewardship of the nation’s natural resources
Established in 1873, the University of Canterbury has a proud heritage of teaching and research excellence. Its research strengths across engineering, science, ICT, forestry and others generate a steady flow of ideas to feed innovation.
As Victoria University’s commercialisation company, Wellington UniVentures provides students and academics with the skills and resources they need to turn their cutting-edge research into potentially global businesses that have social, environmental and economic benefit – not just for the University, but for New Zealand as a whole.
Public Health and Forensic Science (PHF Science) is a public research organisation that provides expert and independent research and scientific services across a wide range of disciplines including crime scene investigation, workplace drug testing, radiation safety and emergency response, biosecurity and public health surveillance, drinking water surveillance and food science
Callaghan Innovation is a Crown Entity established in 2013. It creates and delivers products and services that enable businesses to invest more in research, science, engineering, technology and design, so that they can be more successful in the global market.
The Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand’s newest university, offering industry-relevant education for the changing world. Areas of study within AUT reflect emerging environments and industries, with qualifications and research focused in a range of different fields.
Established in 1964, Lincoln Agritech is a multidisciplinary research and development company owned by Lincoln University, that delivers leading-edge science and engineering knowledge and technologies into environmental, primary, processing and new materials applications.
As the commercialisation office of the University of Waikato, WaikatoLink had a strong record in translating research outcomes into commercial opportunities. WaikatoLink achieved success by managing and commercialising the University’s intellectual property
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.
The Malaghan Institute is New Zealand’s leading medical research institute focused on finding cures for cancer, asthma and allergy, multiple sclerosis and infectious disease. Our scientists believe that the key to fighting illness lies in harnessing the immune system, the body’s own natural defence against disease. In addition to our drive for making important health discoveries, we are also committed to the development of New Zealand scientists and clinicians.
Massey Ventures is a fully owned subsidiary of Massey University, and is the vehicle for managing the University’s commercial investments. Our exclusive responsibility for the commercialisation of intellectual property vested in the university spans every stage of the commercialisation process, from inspiration and encouragement within the university environment, to development and support that translates to material economic benefit.
The New Zealand Health Innovation Hub is a partnership between three of the biggest DHBs: Auckland, Canterbury and Counties Manukau. We are also supported by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. We work alongside DHB innovators to develop new products and services that have commercial potential; are based on intellectual property; and improve health outcomes.
We provide access to current information about the health landscape, market validation, potential investors and partners.