Science Organisations

New Zealand Geographical Society   (www.nzgs.co.nz)  

An organisation devoted to the growth of scientific and educational understanding of geography.

Science Kids   (www.sciencekids.co.nz)  

Science Kids is the home of all things science and technology for children in New Zealand and around the world. Take a look at some of the student work and enjoy the fun experiments, science facts, activities and games.

Science New Zealand   (www.sciencenewzealand.org)  

Fostering appreciation of the value of science and technology for New Zealand, representing the nine Crown Research Institutes.

ANZLIC : the Spatial Information Council   (www.anzlic.org.au)  

An intergovernmental organisation providing leadership in the collection, management and use of spatial information in Australia and New Zealand.

New Zealand Antarctic Society   (www.antarctic.org.nz)  

Formed in 1933, the Society has branches in New Zealand's main centres as well as an international membership. It brings together people interested in Antarctica, to share knowledge in the fields of science, exploration, discovery and mapping of Antarctica. They seek to protect the Antarctic environment and promote New Zealand's interests in Antarctica.

Kereru Awhina Project   (www.kereru.org.nz)  

A joint initiative between Warehouse Stationery and Kaipatiki Group intended on assisting the growth of kereru poulations New Zealand wide.

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.

Australian and New Zealand Society of Respiratory Science   (www.anzsrs.org.au)  

Leading respiratory science in Australasia by promoting education and training in respiratory science and excellence in respiratory measurement. The Society fosters the exchange of scientific and technical information between members.

Brian Mason Scientific & Technical Trust   (www.scitech-trust.org.nz)  

The Trust exists for the advancement of scientific and technical objectives in the Canterbury and Westland regions. They promote teaching, establish and support scientific and technical institutions, and encourage research.

The Entomological Society of New Zealand   (www.ento.org.nz)  

Formed in 1951 to provide a common meeting ground for everyone interested in advancement and science of entomology in New Zealand. The Society aims to stimulate interest, encourage amateurs and promote the profession of entomology by organizing meetings, publishing peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed literature, awarding research and travel grants, and other activities. Membership is open to all.

New Zealand Association of Clinical Research   (www.nzacres.org.nz)  

A non-profit scientific educational organisation, formed to foster and promote clinical research, and is the professional association for clinical researchers in New Zealand. They hold regular meetings to bring together members of the clinical research community, to discuss issues in the industry and to network amongst peers.

Australasian Quaternary Association   (www.aqua.org.au)  

Bringing together researchers studying various aspects of the Quaternary Period (about the last 2 million years) in the Australasian region. It encourages research, promotes scientific communication between Australia and New Zealand, and informs members of current research and publications.

Association of Science and Technology Centres of New Zealand   (www.astc.org.nz)  

The ASTC is committed to the promotion of science and technology. Its members are organisations and individuals that develop programs or exhibitions designed to enhance the understanding of scientific principles and portray technological innovation in ways that are stimulating and engaging.

Joule   (www.joule.org.nz)  

Joule is dedicated to promoting science and technology in New Zealand, and supporting you to do the same. The site is a hub of information, resources and contacts, with everything you need to know to get your idea, event, activity, exhibition, or promotional concept buzzing with energy. Get online and exchange ideas.

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.

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

Providing information about science.

Jet Black   (www.jetblack.co.nz/)  

Jetblack's aim is to set the New Zealand and Australian landspeed records and promote New Zealand engineering and manufacturing.

Australia & New Zealand Society for Animal Laboratory Science   (www.anzslas.org)  

ANZSLAS was formed in 1975 by a group of veterinarians and scientists interested in the promotion of excellence in laboratory animal management and medicine.

Association of Crown Research Institutes   (www.acri.cri.nz)  

Advocate for the Crown Research Institutes to the government and business community. The institutes are science research businesses owned by the New Zealand Government.

National Science-Technology Roadshow   (www.roadshow.org)  

This site has been developed to assist teachers with information about the National Science-Technology Trust and includes resources for teachers.

Human Genetics Society of Australasia   (www.hgsa.com.au)  

With members from throughout Australia and New Zealand, the HGSA brings together professionals with an interest in the field of human genetics.

Australian and New Zealand Society of Biomechanics   (www.anzsb.asn.au)  

A forum for those working in all disciplines within the field of biomechanics within Australia and New Zealand.