The Government is establishing the New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology, a new public research organisation focused on accelerating economic growth through cutting-edge science and innovation.
The Catalyst Fund supports activities that initiate, develop and foster collaborations which take advantage of international science and innovation for New Zealand’s benefit.
Your proposal will be assessed using the guidance, criteria, and scoring tables below.
X-craft Enterprises Limited is receiving Smart Ideas funding for the following projects.
New funding supports 46 early-stage research initiatives with strong potential for national impact and economic growth.
Landcare Research New Zealand Limited is receiving Smart Ideas funding for the following projects.
The Cawthron Institute Trust Board is receiving Smart Ideas funding for the following projects.
The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited is receiving Smart Ideas funding for the following projects.
University of Waikato is receiving Smart Ideas funding for the following projects.
National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research Limited is receiving Smart Ideas funding for the following projects.
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