Organisations

College of Sciences, Massey University   (sciences.massey.ac.nz)  

The college comprises eight research focused institutes, including food, nutrition and human health; fundamental sciences; technology and engineering; information and mathematical sciences; information sciences and technology; molecular biosciences; natural resources; and veterinary sciences.

Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences   (www.gns.cri.nz)  

A government-owned research company offering the best in independent scientific and technical advice.

Nationally Significant Databases & Collections Providers' Group   (natsigdc.landcareresearch.co.nz)  

NatSigDCs receive funding from New Zealand's Foundation for Research Science and Technology to ensure important databases and collections are maintained and available to users.

Co-Lab International   (colab.rsnz.org)  

Connecting New Zealand with world science and technology. Are you a New Zealand scientist or technologist looking for collaboration opportunities overseas? Visit this site for funding programmes and opportunities.

Meteorological Society of New Zealand   (www.metsoc.rsnz.org)  

An independent group of weather enthusiasts with the aim of encouraging an interest in the atmosphere, weather and climate, particularly as related to the New Zealand region.

New Zealand Association of Scientists   (nzas.rsnz.org)  

An independent association of scientists who work and lobby to promote science in New Zealand, as well as to increase public awareness of science, debate and influence government science policy, and improve working conditions for scientists.

New Zealand Freshwater Sciences Society   (freshwater.rsnz.org)  

A group of New Zealand freshwater scientists who aim to act as a liaison between all those interested in fresh and brackish water research in New Zealand, and to encourage and promote these interests.

New Zealand Geophysical Society   (www.nzgs.rsnz.org)  

The Society aims to encourage the advancement of geophysical sciences, serving as a facilitator of communication and co-operation among members and investigating matters of interest to New Zealand geophysicists.

RSNZ Wellington   (sci-wtn.rsnz.org)  

The Royal Society of New Zealand aims to publicise science and technology and provide interesting and topical talks for its members and the public.

Society of Soil Science   (www.nzsss.rsnz.org)  

The site provides information on the Society's news, publications, awards and members.

Royal Astronomical Society of New Zealand   (www.rasnz.org.nz)  

Promotion and extension of knowledge of astronomy and related branches of science.

HotScience   (www.hotscience.co.nz)  

Your online science portal, featuring science videos that can be downloaded or viewed online, competitions and the latest news from the world of science.

Toi te Taiao: New Zealand's Bioethics Council   (www.bioethics.org.nz)  

Aiming to enhance New Zealand's understanding of the cultural, ethical and spiritual aspects of biotechnology and ensure that the use of biotechnology has regard for New Zealanders' values.

Nexus Research Group   (www.nexusresearchgroup.com)  

Assists gifted and motivated students in Taranaki.

Ministry of Research, Science and Technology   (www.morst.govt.nz)  

The role of MORST in the New Zealand Innovation System is to provide science and technology policy advice and related services to the Government.

Geological Society of NZ   (www.gsnz.org.nz)  

A site with information and links, including a question and answer page, relating to geology.

Australian Institute of Mining & Metallurgy   (www.ausimm.co.nz)  

The New Zealand branch of the AusIMM has about 180 members, including experts in the areas of geology, mining and resource management.

Thoughts from Downunder   (www.itsme.co.nz)  

Providing information about science.

Knowledge Engineering & Discovery Research Institute   (www.kedri.info)  

Housed at AUT Technology Park, the institute was established in 2002 to help the knowledge economy of New Zealand in the development of intelligent information systems that enable knowledge engineering and discovery in all areas of science and technology.

Hydrographic Society   (www.hydrographicsociety.org.nz)  

An independent organisation with members from industry, government and academia. They aim to promote the science of surveying over water and related disciplines, and to foster recognised standards of education and training for those engaged in hydrographic work.

Science Alive   (www.sciencealive.co.nz)  

A registered charitable trust in Christchurch, offering a range of exhibits and programmes that are fun and educational.

NZ Institute of Medical Laboratory Science   (www.nzimls.org.nz)  

Organisation that represents medical laboratory scientists.

Queenstown Molecular Biology Meeting   (www.qmb.org.nz)  

Annual molecular biology conference held in Queenstown, with over a dozen international keynote speakers and attracting over 200 scientists from many research areas.

Museums Aotearoa   (www.museums-aotearoa.org.nz)  

The professional organisation for museums and museum workers in Aotearoa New Zealand.

AgScience   (www.agscience.org.nz)  

Institute of agricultural and horticultural science, fostering development and communications between science professionals in these areas.