Foundation for Research, Science and Technology
On 1 February 2011 the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology and the Ministry for Research, Science and Technology merged into the new Ministry of Science and Innovation (MSI).
MSI is the lead agency driving the science and innovation sector in New Zealand and assumes responsibility for the policy and investment functions of both agencies.
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Investing in new technology to stem greenhouse gas leakages - 2 Jun 10
Each year 1.3 trillion litres of fuel vapour escape when people fill their vehicle tanks at petrol stations – an environmental problem that a New Zealand firm will tackle with $961,000 in funding from the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology. Read more.
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Creating opportunities for economic growth - 26 Apr 10
A new research and development facility opened in Auckland today by Research, Science and Technology Minister Wayne Mapp highlights a vital element of the Government’s plan for economic growth. Read more. -
TechNZ Innovation Forum 2010 - 13 Jul 10
This 3-minute video features highlights from the inaugural TechNZ Innovation Forum, held in Auckland on 29 June. The video includes interviews with US angel investor Bill Payne, Yike Bike inventor Grant Ryan and Lanzatech founder Dr Sean Simpson among other entrepreneurs and R&D leaders.
The second video is the complete keynote address by Vinod Khosla, founder of Khosla Ventures. Read here for more information about the TechNZ Innovation Forum. View videos.