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• ACRI
  Association of Crown Research Institutes is the national organisation for Crown Research Institutes. ACRI works on behalf of science research and innovation with government, business and the wider community. Site provides information about the association, a list of members, publications and media statements.
  
  
• Adventures of Pakura & friends
  Education resource. The story of water in Christchurch presented in 4 stories; accompanied by teachers notes.
  
  
• Antarctica and the Southern Oceans Group : ongoing research by the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
  The Group is concerned with a multidisciplinary synthesis of life, earth and physical sciences research applied to Antarctica and the oceans of the Southern Hemisphere. The site outlines the research theme and those involved, and lists publications.
  
  
• Antarctica New Zealand
  Antarctica New Zealand is responsible for developing, managing and administering New Zealand activities in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean, in particular the Ross Sea Dependency. In addition to information about the organisation, the site features sections on Antarctica, including science, international cooperation, Scott Base, scholarships and fellowships, and education. It includes online publications, and a bibliography of publications by authors supported by New Zealand in Antarctica.
  
  
• Appita
  Website of the technical association serving the Australian and New Zealand pulp and paper industry.
  
  
• Applied sciences, AUT
  Information for students on applied science courses in wide range of fields available at Auckland University of Technology. Includes details of the academic calendar and staff.
  
  
• ATSC(NZ)
  Association of Science Technology Centers of New Zealand is committed to the promotion of science and technology. Its members are organizations and individuals that develop programs or exhibitions that enhance the understanding of scientific principles and portray technological innovation.
  
  
• Auckland Utility Operators Group Inc
  About AUOG and its member companies with contact details. Includes interactive map of the region to find which utilities service each district and their corresponding contact details and services.
  
  
• Australasian science
  Australasian Science is aimed at the general public and is published 10 times per year. The site has subscription and advertising information. It provides access to covers, contents pages and selected articles of issues.
  
  
• Biotech regulatory wayfinder : an interactive guide to New Zealand's biotechnology legislation
  Describes New Zealand's regulatory framework, specific biotechnology regulations, and provides an interactive guide to regulatory requirements and processes.
  
  
• Brian Mason Scientific & Technical Trust
  Advances scientific and technical projects, teaching and research in Canterbury and Westland, New Zealand. Includes background, trustees, reports, application forms.
  
  
• CarboNZero programme
  The CarboNZero programme encourages individuals and organisations to minimise their impact on climate change by providing them with tools and resources to measure, manage and mitigate their carbon dioxide emissions. Provides information on greenhouse gas emissions and how to take action; climate change and carbon credits along with a newsletter and reports.
  
  
• Centre for Innovation, University of Otago
  Fosters and encourages links between business and University researchers.
  
  
• Centre for Integrated Research on Bio-Safety : INBI
  Gene Ecology is an emerging interdisciplinary field which combines the study of genetics and biochemistry with bioethics, the philosophy of science, and social studies of science and technology. Site describes the work of INBI at the University of Canterbury.
  
  
• Chimaera
  Site exploring the work of musicologist Jeni Little and Nigel Brookes his software, images, history, and science. Includes learning guides introducing new and traditional New Zealand and Pacific music.
  
  
• Coastal Dune Vegetation Network : CDVN
  Brings people together to share information on managing coastal dune ecosystems in a sustainable way, with an emphasis on using plants to restore the dunes' natural character, form and function. Includes the online newsletters Ensis link, Forest health news, Wood processing newsletter.
  
  
• College of Sciences
  The College at Massey University was established in 1998 amalgamating various science based faculties and currently comprises eight research-focused Institutes. Outline of the College, courses and programmes offered, degree structure, papers available etc. Features current items of news interest involving the College, staff directory and links to the eight Institutes.
  
  
• Deep green
  Provides information on conservation issues. Includes blog, events, videos.
  
  
• Division of Sciences, University of Otago
  Lists courses and research areas, links to areas of research, information for international students and on distance learning, New Zealand teachers' science helpline (teachers only), teachers' resources, details of the Hands on science workshop, international collaboration, seminars and on careers in science.
  
  
• Endpoint : newsletter of the Australasian Society for Ecotoxicology
  Newsletter of the Australasian Society for Ecotoxicology (ASE), covering news and issues relating to the field of ecotoxicology. Issues available in full-text.
  
  
• Ensis link
  Ensis Link publishes news on latest science, research and development from both sides of the Tasman for growers, manufacturers and downstream users of wood and wood fibre. Issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Ethics Committee on Assisted Reproductive Technology
  ECART processes specific applications for assisted reproductive treatment and research and monitors procedures. Site provides access to minutes of meetings; guidelines and application documents.
  
  
• Evolution for teaching
  Resource for use by New Zealand secondary teachers, in the science fields of evolution and geological time.
  
  
• Faculty of Science = Te Wahanga Putaiao
  The Science Faculty at Victoria University of Wellington consists of 6 schools: Biological Sciences, Chemical and Physical Sciences, Design, Earth Sciences, Mathematical and Computing Sciences and Psychology. The web site provides information on staff, teaching programmes, research and scholarships.
  
  
• Faculty of Science
  University of Auckland's Faculty of Science comprises: School of Biological Sciences, Leigh Marine Laboratory, School of Geography and Environmental Science, and the following departments: Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Optometry and Vision Science, Pharmacology, Physics, Physiology, Psychology, Sport & Exercise Science, and Statistics. Information about staff, programmes and degrees.
  
  
• findNZarticles
  Searchable indexes to a range of New Zealand newspapers and journals. Collaborative project by New Zealand libraries.
  
  
• Forest health news / Forest Research
  Newsletter of the Ensis Forest Biosecurity and Protection Unit and the Forest Health Reference Laboratory. Issues available in full-text.
  
  
• GS1 New Zealand : the global language of business
  GS1 New Zealand is the local affiliate of GS1, a global organisation that develops international standards for the identification of goods and services. Site includes information about products, services, industry sector initiatives, and membership.
  
  
• Hot science : your online science channel
  Online science videos.
  
  
• Human Performance Centre
  The University of Otago Human Performance Centre (HPC) was set up within the School of Physical Education in the Division of Sciences to generate and disseminate knowledge about human performance through research and consultancy. It includes the recently developed Aquatic and Controlled Environment Centre and also operates a Sports Medicine Clinic. The site lists staff, resources, facilities, clients, events and achievements, and research activities.
  
  
• IBM NZ Business Partner Awards
  Information about awards in the IT industry for innovation and customer service.
  
  
• Ice Wilkins Centre for Molecular Biodiscovery : a New Zealand centre of research excellence in the biological and biomedical sciences
  Information about MWC, situated at the University of Auckland. Includes information on resources and projects and publications, with full text of some publications.
  
  
• International Antarctic Centre, Christchurch New Zealand
  The International Antarctic Centre in Christchurch aims to recreate the atmosphere of Antarctica and provide visitors with an interactive, fun and exciting experience of the "Great White South", many educational programmes and resources available.
  
  
• International Global Change Institute (IGCI) = Te Wanaga o nga Rere Ketanga-a-Taio : the University of Waikato, New Zealand
  The International Global Change Institute is an independent unit within the University of Waikato, with a focus on the human dimensions of global environmental change. In addition to information about the Institute, the web site provides information about staff expertise, projects, modelling, training, and the higher degrees programme. It also includes a publications list, and links to relevant sites.
  
  
• Joule
  Set up to promote science and technology in New Zealand. Provides information, resources and contacts to assist users with developing their ideas, events, exhibitions or promotional concepts. Users must register, at no charge, to see site.
  
  
• Journal of the Royal Society of New Zealand
  Publishes research papers on the science of New Zealand and the Pacific region, including Antarctica,. The web site provides abstracts for issues 1994-present. Information for authors, a guide for referees, and access to subscription information.
  
  
• Leather & Shoe Research Association of New Zealand : LASRA
  Information about LASRA, a research organisation serving member companies with analytical and physical testing services.
  
  
• Met.net.nz / Rosie Weather
  Information and links to websites dealing with a wide range of topics including meteorology, climatology, climate change, general scientific information, New Zealand, religion, philosophy and lifestyle.
  
  
• Ministry of Research, Science & Technology
  Overview of the Ministry; information about research and innovation in New Zealand; global innovation; public funding available for research, science and technology in New Zealand; and career options. Online publications.
  
  
• Modelling and Simulation Society of Australia and New Zealand
  MSSANZ aims to promote, develop and assist in the study of all areas of modelling and simulation. Includes news, and information about conferences, publications and awards.
  
  
• National Network of Technological Societies
  NNTS exists for the following purposes: to facilitate the presentation of the informed views of New Zealand's technological "community of expertise" on issues of the day; to develop expertise listings as a resource for those seeking informed comment on technological issues; for the sharing of best practice and cooperation amongst Chief Executives/Executive Officers of member organisations. In addition to information about NNTS, the public area of the site includes statements on various issues, a list of experts and links to members' web sites.
  
  
• Nationally Significant Databases & Collections Providers' Group
  Provides access to NatSigDC, science and research databases and collections maintained by Crown Research Institutes.
  
  
• Navigator network : scanning the horizon for new developments in science and technology
  Ministry of Research, Science and Technology initiative to identify science trends and innovations particularly in biotechnology and nanotechnology which may have social and envionmental implications for New Zealand. Gives access to reports and publications.
  
  
• New Zealand Association of Science Educators : NZASE
  Site includes information about the NZASE Certificate in Science scheme and teaching resources for the Certificate courses and information on ethics and safety in teaching science.
  
  
• New Zealand Association of Scientists
  Information about NZAS, and its work to promote science in New Zealand. Includes details about meetings, awards, and conferences. Access to press releases, and back issues of the New Zealand science review.
  
  
• New Zealand geographic
  Covers all aspects of New Zealand history and geography including its wildlife, natural heritage, people, science and culture. Also examines subjects relating to the islands of the South Pacific and Antarctica. Site features the covers of all issues from 58 and abridged versions of selected articles.
  
  
• New Zealand International Science Festival
  NZISF site has information about the bi-annual event held in Dunedin, N.Z. with the programme of the current festival and a Sci kids section of children's festival events as well as experiments children can do.
  
  
• New Zealand Marine Sciences Society
  Information about the NZMSS and its work to foster an understanding and appreciation of the marine environment. Includes details about membership, a chatroom, and upcoming events and conferences.
  
  
• New Zealand radiocarbon database
  Contains radiocarbon determinations and associated information for almost 3000 dates obtained from archaeological sites in New Zealand over the past 40 years. Included are radiocarbon results from 7 laboratories.
  
  
• New Zealand science monthly online
  The New Zealand Science Monthly Online is a general interest science magazine. Full text of all issues from vol. 1, no. 1 (Sept. 1990) to v. 11, no. 8 (Sept. 2000) is available, as well as a search function.
  
  
• New Zealand teachers' science helpline
  Service for New Zealand teachers, who can ask questions online and receive answers from experts at the University of Otago. Covers biochemistry, botany, chemistry, food science, geology, microbiology, pharmacology, physics, physiology, computer science, zoology, human nutrition, information science, mathematics and statistics, anatomy and structural biology, clothing and textile sciences.
  
  
• Nexus Research Group
  School-based research organisation in the Taranaki Region, facilitating discovery and original research in science and technology areas for children and adults. Access to projects, teachers' resources and publications.
  
  
• Online
  Access to databases of information about a range of New Zealand industries.
  
  
• Rafter Radiocarbon Laboratory
  Part of the National Isotope Centre of the Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences, the labratory is involved in areas of radiocarbon research including: archaeology, oceanography, environmental studies, groundwater research, geology and antiquities.
  
  
• Rafter Stable Isotope Laboratory
  Rafter Stable Isotope Laboratory is a division of Geological and Nuclear Sciences (GNS). Website provides information on the stable isotopes of carbon 13, nitrogen 15, oxygen 18, sulphur 34, deuterium, hydrogen and beryllium.
  
  
• Realise the Dream
  Realise the Dream showcases the work of intermediate and high school students who have achieved excellence in research and technological practice. Information for participants, and details about making nominations.
  
  
• Roadshow
  The National Science-Technology Roadshow Trust, assists teachers with planning a visit to one of their programmes, includes such resources for teachers as a shipwreck module and information about New Zealand scientists.
  
  
• Royal Society of New Zealand : promoting excellence in science and technology
  The RSNZ's site includes resources for students and teachers; online publications and publications available for purchase; full text of journals; details of funding and awards and other documentation that reflects the society's input into education, policy advice to government and wide involvement with NZ science and technology organisations.
  
  
• RSNZ Publishing
  The publishing unit of the Royal Society of New Zealand. The unit publishes scientific and technical research in refereed journals and conference papers, and educational material. The site includes its catalogue, the list of journals, and other series, as well as access to archives which includes journal abstracts.
  
  
• RSNZ Wellington Branch
  Wellington Branch of the Royal Society of New Zealand, which aims to publicise science and technology issues, includes the text of some of the public lectures.
  
  
• Rutherford journal : the New Zealand journal for the history and philosophy of science and technology
  Publishes articles from international scholars on the history and philosophy of science and technology. All issues available in full-text.
  
  
• School of Science & Technology
  University of Waikato's School of Science & Technology departments and staff, courses, degrees, study, research activities and scholarships. Also provides information for Māori students.
  
  
• Science & engineering
  Includes information on all departments, centres and research units in the University of Waikato, School of Science and Engineering. Gives information for students on courses, career qualifications and enrolments. Includes publications.
  
  
• Science Alive! : the New Zealand science centre
  A science centre run by the New Zealand Science and Technology Charitable Trust which provides interactive science exhibitions and educational programs for schools in the region. Provides details of exhibitions, events and science classes along with general information on science and technology subjects.
  
  
• Science kids
  Interactive site for children which includes science facts, experiments and games. Also the home of Science Alive's Gifted & Talented programme, a series of interactive classes for students which explore science and technology through online resources.
  
  
• Science learning hub
  Government initiative in collaboration with educators and the science sector to explore New Zealand's research, science and technology to provides resources to science teaching and learning in schools.
  
  
• Science Media Centre
  The Science Media Centre website is a source of independent expert comment about science and technology for journalists and scientists.
  
  
• Science New Zealand
  Information about Science New Zealand, which represents the nine crown Research Institutes in New Zealand and an overview of the research they carry out, includes articles and presentations.
  
  
• Science postcards : science exploration through stories
  A science resource intended to encourage the development of scientific exploration through children's literature. Uses picture books as a basis for science teaching with lesson plans and links to the science curriculum.
  
  
• Standards New Zealand = Paerewa Aotearoa
  Standards New Zealand is the trading arm of the Standards Council, a crown entity. Standards New Zealand is heavily involved in the development and application of national, regional and international standards. The site includes online shopping for standards, some of which are available in electronic (PDF) formats. Also included are news, membership information, downloadable product sheets, and online subscription to information on new or updated standards.
  
  
• Studyit : for NCEA students
  Supports students studying NCEA maths and science. Includes information about the skills and knowledge needed to achieve unit standards, revision guides and online message forums where students can post maths or science questions. Students can also email expert teachers with questions.
  
  
• Te Manawa : museum, gallery, science centre : life, art, mind
  Palmerston North's combined museum, gallery and science centre. Information about collections and exhibitions; exhibition calendar; educational services.
  
  
• Technology in the New Zealand curriculum = Hangarau i roto i te Marautanga
  Material produced by the Royal Society of New Zealand (RSNZ) under contract to the Ministry of Education, to assist teachers and schools in their delivery of the technology and hangarau curriculum statements. Part of the bilingual Te Kete Ipurangi (TKI), the Online Learning Centre site.
  
  
• Transactions and proceedings of the New Zealand Institute
  Site provides digitised copies of the Transactions and Proceedings of the Royal Society of New Zealand 1868-1961 (including under the Society's pre-1933 name of the New Zealand Institute).
  
  
• Transpower Neighbourhood Engineers Awards
  Prize for the most innovative collaboration between school students, teachers and volunteer engineers. Provides information about the awards, how to enter, the judging criteria and examples of projects undertaken by past winners.
  
  
• Waikato Radiocarbon Dating Laboratory
  A national radiocarbon facility which is part of the Department of Earth Sciences, School of Science and Technology, University of Waikato. The web site provides information about the laboratory, staff and research, dating options, prices, and silica vials. Radiocarbon WEB-info, which is part of the site, is a resource designed to provide online information concerning the radiocarbon dating method.
  
  
• Wood processing newsletter / Forest Research
  Wood Processing Newsletter covers research and development on wood processing and protection. Issues are available in full-text.