Terms of reference
Terms of reference for the Science System Advisory Group, published 7 February 2024.
Terms of reference for the Science System Advisory Group, published 7 February 2024.
The Government is investing in an AI Platform to strengthen New Zealand's research capability and commercialisation in AI to build an enduring competitive advantage.
The New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology was announced as the fourth Public Research Organisation, and will be a cornerstone of the Government’s goal to grow a high-tech, high-value economy.
Informed by advice from the Prime Minister’s Science, Innovation and Technology Advisory Council, the Plan directs sustained investment toward opportunities with the greatest potential to drive economic growth and long-term prosperity and identifies research areas where New Zealand can lead, building on existing strengths that provide a competitive edge.
Diversity is vital for our science system to realise its full potential. A focus on diversity ensures we capture the very best ideas and talent to support the highest quality research.
We understand that Māori success is New Zealand’s success and that unlocking the science and innovation potential of Māori knowledge, people and resources will benefit New Zealand.
New Zealand’s gene technology rules are being updated to match scientific and technological advancements.
Our people are the greatest asset in meeting the challenges of the future. MBIE aims to deliver better support and more opportunities for the science, innovation and technology workforce.
Our Science Board is the statutory body responsible for making independent investment decisions for the Endeavour Fund and National Science Challenges.
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