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New Zealand and US Launch $5M Antarctic Science Partnership to Tackle Climate Change
3 weeks ago | 146 viewsNew Zealand and the United States are expanding their long-standing Antarctic science collaboration through three new joint research projects funded with up to $5 million over five years, focusing on climate and ecosystem changes. These projects aim to map Antarctic groundwater flows, monitor ecosystem changes using advanced aerial and satellite technology, and investigate the rapid decline of sea ice in the Ross Sea, contributing to the global Antarctica InSync initiative. Supported by a recent Memorandum of Cooperation and upcoming field research in 2026/27, this partnership enhances environmental understanding and innovation while strengthening New Zealand’s role in international Antarctic science.
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5 months ago | 847 viewsThe Government of New Zealand is investing $24 million in research programs with Singapore to advance AI tools for healthy aging and biotechnology for sustainable food production, aiming for practical applications and economic growth. The AI program focuses on enhancing health outcomes for older adults through AI-assisted assessments and cognitive health monitoring, while the biotechnology program aims to develop scalable food solutions like algae-based foods and bio-fermented functional foods. These collaborations will deepen research ties, build capabilities in AI and biotechnology, and address global challenges with New Zealand science leading the way.
Tags: Shane Reti AI biotechnology Singapore science innovation technology New Zealanders Catalyst Fund artificial intelligenceNew Zealand Invests $5.6 Million with NASA in Earth Observation Research Projects
6 months ago | 1166 viewsScience, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti and Space Minister Judith Collins have today announced that in partnership with the US, the Government is investing $5. 6 million to support five new joint NZ-NASA research projects in the field of Earth observation. Researchers from New Zealand and NASA will work in partnership to tackle challenges such as disaster resilience and environmental management over the next three years.
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