eResearch Services & Applications

eResearch is real-time data sharing in research, science and technology using web-based tools. eResearch enables researchers to work effectively together irrespective of their geographical location. eResearch means researchers can:
  • Share and analyse data and information in real-time
  • Create new research collaborations
  • Use re-use data and information in novel ways
  • Keep accurate archives of research information to share later
  • Share equipment and infrastructure
  • Participate in solving complex global problems through international collaborations

MoRST is supporting eResearch initiatives in areas such as:

  • grid computing and grid middleware - example
  • collaboration tools - example
  • high performance computing and supercomputers - example
  • data and publication repositories - example
  • ultra high speed broadband networks - example
  • safe data transit methods - example

For more information on New Zealand eResearch initiatives, please email talk2us@morst.govt.nz


Page updated 29 Jul 2010