Science New Zealand on Advanced Technologies Institute

Science New Zealand comments on establishment of an Advanced Technologies Institute

Anthony Scott, chief executive of Science New Zealand, says that the Government has set a portfolio of roles for the Advanced Technologies Institute within an overarching goal.

“The direction is clear and consistent. The Government is placing science at the heart of New Zealand’s future.

“ATI, with the Crown Research Institutes, research associations and science researchers at universities and in the private sector, is integral to that purpose.

“Each has a unique and complementary role in enhancing New Zealand’s potential and ensuring we maximise gains for New Zealand from science investment. This richness includes capabilities in different areas of science, sectoral relationships, skills and expertise in development, tech transfer and commercialisation, and in educating and training new talent.

“CRIs are committed to deepening the collaborative relationships which are essential to that goal. This is about optimal utilisation of the nation’s capabilities and infrastructure.

“It gives further impetus to our drive to have alignment around the core idea of benefiting New Zealand from the various areas of strength. A collegial, multi-pronged approach has been a strongly positive feature of recent years.

“Crown Research Institutes offer their support to the government and to the ATI establishment board in ensuring operation by 1 December this year, and the success of ATI.”

ENDS

Notes to Editor
Science New Zealand promotes the value of science and technology for New Zealand. Its Board comprises the CEOs of the Crown Research Institutes which collectively employ 4,400 staff, with annual revenues of $690 million. Two-thirds of the nation’s publically-funded science researchers, outside health and IT, work at CRIs.

The Crown Research Institutes undertake science research for government and private sector markets in New Zealand and abroad. They also provide the essential underlying capability in people, facilities and knowledge for the long term future of science and innovation in New Zealand.

The Crown Research Institutes are: AgResearch, ESR, GNS Science, IRL, Landcare Research, NIWA, Plant & Food Research, and Scion.

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