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Working with Research Providers: A practical guide for New Zealand Agritech and AgBio companies (2006)
An Advanced Skills Action Plan (ASAP) outlines a series of actions and initiatives to improve New Zealand’s ability to attract, develop and retain top-performing people in research, science and technology (RS&T). 36-page colour document published in 2008.
An Advanced Skills Action Plan discussion document, published in November 2007. Feedback is sought by 18th January 2008.
Analysis of submissions made in response to the Advanced Skills Action plan discussion document. Consultation was open between October 2007 and January 2008. Also available: An Advanced Skills Action Plan (2008)
Reviews what CRIs have achieved and how they have evolved over the 10 years of their existence. Also considers some of the challenges facing CRIs in the future. (2002)
A MoRST position on why the New Zealand government invests in certain outcome areas. A rationale for government interest in these areas. Underpins the priority Picking up the Pace actions. (2005)
Reports on our progress towards the goals we set out in the Statement of Intent.
This business case is to assist New Zealand research providers determine whether to invest in the Australian Synchrotron. (2006)
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Cover note and six Picking up the Pace background papers. (2005)
Identifies a relatively small set of high level indicators which can be used to monitor the science and technology (S&T) system, in particular progress towards achieving the goals of RS&T: 2010. (1998)
An ongoing primary sector export focus, driven by an enhanced innovation system, will be crucial to achieving a step change in our economic growth. (2006)
An exploration the national benefits arising from publicly funded RS&T. (2005)
Analyses of New Zealand publications and citations in scientific journals to determine world share, citation impact and degree of collaboration.
An overview of global trends in biotechnology, focusing on developments in biotechnology for health, primary production, industrial, environmental and defence applications. (2005)
The biennial New Zealand Biotechnology Industry Growth Report is a comprehensive analysis of New Zealand's biotechnology industry.
MoRST commissioned this study to ensure we develop a good understanding of the key factors and drivers of interactions within New Zealand’s biotechnology regulatory system. (2005)
This paper describes the Government’s current biotechnology research investments. It has been prepared by the Ministry of Research, Science and Technology (MoRST), in consultation with an Advisory Group. (April 2006)
The Biotechnology Research Roadmap is a strategy document that helps guide biotechnology research in New Zealand. (2007)
April 2004 Update
The Government’s policies and procedures for its research, science and technology investments (1999).
Response by Rosemary du Plessis to the briefing by Professor Steven Rose, presented at “Unfolding the Mind: prospects and perils in neuroscience”, a national symposium organised by the Navigator Network held in Auckland New Zealand on 9 March 2007.
The BIM is a 3-yearly briefing provided to the Minister of RS&T after a general election. It introduces the Minister to the RS&T portfolio and discusses some of the policy priorities for the coming three years. (2008)
A detailed description of new initiatives for research, science and technology announced in the Government’s Budget.
A discussion document prepared as part of the Foresight Project. It explains the project and how different industries and sectors were able to take part. (1998)
This paper reports an analysis of Business Expenditure on R&D (BERD) for New Zealand and selected other countries for comparison. 30 pages, published in 2008.
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These guidelines are for use by departments or ministries, when negotiating the purchase of research from providers.
Cabinet Paper and Cabinet Minute recommending changes to the level of negotiated investment funding (2008).
Annual emissions inventory and reduction plan for the Ministry of Research, Science and Technology. Compiled as part of the Carbon Neutral Public Service programme. (2008)
MoRST has commissioned a series of case studies to inform our Science Roadmaps. These were undertaken by independent consultants. (2007)
144 page report: How patterns of beliefs and attitudes to science pose challenges for effective communication. (2002)
Adapted by the RSNZ from the UK Biotechnology and Biological Science Research Council publication "Communicating with the Public".
From 'dialogue' to 'engagement'? Learning beyond cases. (35-page report published in May 2005)
The Cross-Departmental Research Pool (CDRP) supports policy-related research in government departments. Resources include Request for Proposals and Guidelines for Applicants 2006/07, Briefing Presentation 2006, and a list of 2005/06 projects.
Evaluation of the Crown Research Institute Capability Fund. Prepared for MoRST by Taylor Baines and Associates, Christchurch. (56 pages, published in June 2008)
This research report explores the benefits of cultural activity in society and the changing global and New Zealand cultural contexts. Prepared for MoRST in partnership with the Ministry for Culture and Heritage by the University of Otago. 79 pages, 2008.
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Also called 'Research and Development in New Zealand: A Decade in Review', this report tracks research and development trends in New Zealand over the decade 1994 to 2004. (2006)
Note: The Statement of Intent is now used in place of the Departmental Forecast Report.
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Business and Economic Research Limited (BERL) investigated long-term seismic isolation technology and wood drying technology to show the economic impact from R&D of general scientific interest. (2004)
The Energy Research Roadmap is a strategy document that helps guide energy research in New Zealand. (2006)
Evaluation of the Envirolink programme completed in 2007. Envirolink is a regional council driven funding scheme, with funds administered by the the Foundation for Research, Science & Technology (FRST).
The Environment Research Roadmap is a strategy document that helps guide environmental research in New Zealand. (2007)
This evaluation concentrated on the outcomes delivered by the Environmental Research Output Class. (2004)
Research carried out for MoRST by Lincoln University Agribusioness & Economics Research Unit. (2006)
Report commissioned by MoRST from Deloitte. Published in July 2007.
Final Research Report by the New Zealand Council for Educational Research. (2003)
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Summarises the strategic approach to planning and investment in public research, science and technology (1999).
The Agenda sets the direction for public investment in research, science and technology (RS&T) for the next decade. 72-page colour document published in July 2008.
Briefing prepared by Professor Steven Rose for the Navigator Network. Presented at “Unfolding the Mind: prospects and perils in neuroscience”, a national symposium organised by the Navigator Network held in Auckland New Zealand on 9 March 2007.
An overview of global trends in biotechnology, focusing on developments in biotechnology for health, primary production, industrial, environmental and defence applications. (2005)
This overview of DNA forensics draws on a presentation titled “Forensic Science at ESR” given at MoRST by Dr Jill Vintiner from Environmental Science and Research Ltd (ESR) in February 2008. Published in September 2008.
Challenges and Opportunities for the Research Sector: One in a series of Futurewatch reports presenting emerging areas of science and their relevance to New Zealand. (April 2007)
This overview draws extensively on Stanford University’s Delta Scan – The future of science and technology, 2005-2055; “Promising applications of synthetic biology". Published in September 2008.
Current trends in new gene sequencing and related technologies, based on observations received from MoRST’s scanning network. 8 pages, published in 2009. No hard copies available.
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The case studies involved interviews with selected researchers and other people, such as research collaborators, commercial partners, people who use the research results or who have an interest in the research of relevance to the case study. (2007)
The Agenda sets the direction for public investment in research, science and technology (RS&T) for the next decade. 72-page colour document published in July 2008.
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Developing dialogue between stakeholders in the New Zealand biotechnology debate. A a pilot project testing approaches to 'dialogue' between scientists and the community. (2004)
Terms of Reference for He Waka Tāngata, the social science forum set up by MoRST in 2007.
An overview of New Zealand research capability focused on health delivery. PDF, 60 pages, published in March 2009.
Review of the Business and Financial Systems of the Health Research Council of New Zealand. The HRC is the Crown agency responsible for the management of the Government's investment in health research. (2007)
Science for Life report: An evaluation of New Zealand's health research investment system based on international benchmarks. Completed by the Australian Expert Group in Industry Studies (AEGIS) at the University of Western Sydney. (2004)
This report provides a basic overview of human resources in science and technology (HRST) in New Zealand. (1998)
MoRST commissioned this report to explore the issues and offer a range of recommendations to progress the government/humanities relationship into the future. (2005)
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The Government’s strategic direction for RS&T 2003-2005.
Terms of Reference of the Identity and access Management Action Group for Education & Research (IMAGER). The group was set up in 2008 to help research and education centres with the identity and security challenges of collaborating online.
The strategic direction for MoRST for the period 2000 – 2003.
Describes the funding levels and type of current New Zealand research that relates to the different recommendations of the Royal Commission on Genetic Modification. (2003)
MoRST’s International Linkages Strategy, some examples of how MoRST is encouraging international science and technology linkages, and contact details. (2005)
A review of national and international initiatives - Working Paper produced by the Cross Case Study Learning Group. (30-page report published in 2003)
MoRST commissioned an independent assessment of the science capabilities at Industrial Research Limited (IRL) following a request from the IRL Board to the Minister of Research, Science and Technology. (April 2006)
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The Role of Inventory Analysis in New Zealand: 'Life Cycle Thinking’ refers to the development and analysis of product systems (which includes both products and services) by looking at the inputs and outputs of materials over its life. (2008)
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A handbook for business owners, financial advisors and R&D leaders. Produced by Auckland Plus in association with the Ministry of Research, Science and Technology. It explains how the R&D tax credit can work for you and your business. 24 pages (2008)
This review addresses the extent and nature of current support for researchers in New Zealand, the sort of support people percieve is necessary, and the gaps/overlaps in what is currently provided. Published by MoRST in November 2007.
MoRST instituted an outcome and process evaluation of the Marsden Fund. The outcome evaluation found that the Marsden Fund is meeting all its objectives. (2005)
This document outlines the broad outcomes that government is seeking from its investment in RS&T over time, in the form of six investment objectives. Published in July 2008.
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The Nanoscience and Nanotechnologies Roadmap is a strategy document that helps guide research in these areas in New Zealand. (2007)
A summary of the case study into collaboration between social scientists and biophysical scientists in the emerging science areas of nanotechnology and biotechnology. Commissioned by MoRST and prepared by Taylor Baines & Associates. (2007)
Benefit to New Zealand - An exploration the national benefits arising from publicly funded RS&T. (2005)
An evaluation of the National Measurement Standards Output Class, supplied by Opus International Consultants, with an Annex containing MoRST's responses to the report's recommendations. (2002)
An assessment of New Zealand's future national observatory needs. (2005)
The Navigator Network identifies emerging science trends and innovations, particularly in biotechnology and nanotechnology. These are the reports from the scanning network. (2006, 2007)
The evaluation is focused on measuring the impact NERF has had in the five years since it was first introduced and on identifying any barriers to its growth and impact. (2006)
Paper on future directions in neuroscience, and 5 commentaries prepared in response. The briefing was presented at “Unfolding the Mind: prospects and perils in neuroscience”, a national symposium held in Auckland New Zealand 9 March 2007.
Booklet about the conference including information on participating organisations, participants and contact details. Colour, 30 pages, PDF, published in 2008.
An introduction to the New Zealand Research, Science and Technology system. (2007)
Sets out a vision and direction for the development of biotechnology in New Zealand. Its theme is "a foundation for development with care". Our work is concentrated in three main areas. (2003)
This colourful booklet gives an overview of animal and plant biotechnologies, agritechnologies, medical science, foods and health, processing natural ingredients and environment protection and remediation. (2003)
"New Zealand, First to see the light - A new dawn for a truly sustainable century" presentation - 2 MB PDF, published in 2007.
Consultation document for the New Zealand Research Agenda. Consultation closed in January 2008.
Summary of submissions received in response to consultation on the New Zealand Research Agenda discussion document, 2007/08. Published in July 2008.
One of two international reviews analysing the balance of research areas and funding of biotechnology impacts research in New Zealand as it relates to international developments. (2003)
One of two international reviews analysing the balance of research areas and funding of biotechnology impacts research in New Zealand as it relates to international developments. (2003)
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This report reviews the strengths and weaknesses of New Zealand’s innovation system and recommends steps the government could take to increase the impact of innovation on the country’s future prosperity and social well-being. (2007)
This paper outlines the participation and integration of women in science in New Zealand. (2005)
Strategy summary: an 8-page brochure on the Ministry's strategy for 2007-2010. Included in the Statement of Intent 2007-2010 (2007).
Strategy summary: an 8-page brochure on the Ministry's strategy for 2008-2011. (2008).
A report by Kōwhai Consulting Ltd. Details what research is being conducted by, or relevant to, Māori. (2004)
Principles guiding the activity of the Oxygen Group. (2008)
Goals, roles, membership guidelines and processes of the Oygen Group. (2005)
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Background papers and summaries, reports, stakeholder views, discussion documents and a presentation. (2005)
This document provides an outline of the Picking up the Pace project. (2005)
List of 73 MoRST reports published before 1999. Hard copies are available on request to talk2us@morst.govt.nz.
The PAR explains how RS&T is contributing to the Government’s strategic goals and how its effectiveness can be enhanced. (2003)
These reports provide an evaluation of the Public Good Science Fund and each individual output area specified within this fund. (1998)
Report published annually presenting statistics about planned public sector funding of research-related activities.
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This report tracks research and development trends in New Zealand over the decade 1994 to 2004. (2006)
Collection of evaluations carried out between 2007 and 2012 on the effectiveness of the research and development (R&D) tax credit.
Fact sheet with details and an example of the 15% tax credit for New Zealand business conducting research and development, outlined in the Government's Budget 2007.
Questions and answers on the 15% tax credit for New Zealand business conducting research and development, outlined in the Government's Budget 2007.
This brochure gives an overview of the government business R&D assistance programmes. Includes an introduction to the R&D tax credit. 2 pages, colour. (2008)
This report discusses the role of public and private research and development in driving economic growth in New Zealand. (2004)
Research in this output class is aimed at increasing the competitiveness of New Zealand's manufacturing and service industries. (2003)
Resources include the Terms of Reference of the Research Infrastructure Advisory Group (RIAG), guidelines and templates for making proposals to RIAG, and the Research Infrastructure Policy Statement. (2006)
Charts and tables of data from across the research, science and technology sector to present a comprehensive picture of New Zealand’s RS&T system.
are a series of documents designed to guide New Zealand’s science and research activity. They are a type of strategy, providing broad context and high level directions on a particular area of science from a New Zealand perspective. (2006, 2007)
A suite of discussion papers that discuss the role of technology in transforming the New Zealand economy. (2000-2001)
This fact sheet provides consistent and accurate statistics on topics such as funding, human resources, innovation and the type of research being pursued in New Zealand. (2006)
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A report feeding into the wider review of the Bright Futures Scholarships. (2000)
This report explores the impact of attitudes about science on the potential supply of future scientists needed for New Zealand's ongoing research programmes.
The communicative properties of science and technology dialogue. Completed for MoRST by Associate Professor Juliet Roper, Professor Ted Zorn and Associate Professor C Kay Weaver of the Department of Management Communication, University of Waikato. (2004)
This useful guide to the research, science and technology system in New Zealand outlines roles and responsibilities of key participants across the science sector and how they interconnect, and outlines what government seeks from science. (2006)
This background paper provides a policy perspective on science and society issues. (2001)
Covers the period July 2002 to June 2003.
This report recommends ways of improving the contribution of social sciences to New Zealand’s social, economic, environmental and cultural goals. (2005)
Reports, papers and updates on stable funding. This work began in 2005 as a Picking up the Pace priority theme, 'A more stable funding environment'.
An annual review of our stakeholders’ perceptions of our progress, our strengths and where we need to improve. The most recent survey was completed in 2004.
The Statement of Intent (SoI) is the guiding document for the work of MoRST.
This project was an investigation of factors that encourage students to choose science as a study and career focus. (March 2006)
Challenges and Opportunities for the Research Sector: One in a series of Futurewatch reports presenting emerging areas of science and their relevance to New Zealand. (April 2007)
The strategic direction for MoRST for the period 2000 – 2003.
Strategy summary: an 8-page brochure on the Ministry's strategy for 2007-2010. Included in the Statement of Intent 2007-2010 (2007).
A report to MoRST on the New Zealand venture capital market from LECG Consulting. (November 2005)
Guidelines for making a submission to a Parliamentary Select Committee. Published by the Office of the Clerk of the House of Representatives (2007).
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Current trends in new gene sequencing and related technologies, based on observations received from MoRST’s scanning network. 8 pages, published in 2009. No hard copies available.
An evaluation of the Technology New Zealand Scheme (TechNZ) during the period 1995/96 - 1999/2000. (2001)
Transformational Research, Science and Technology (TRST) refers to areas of science where new effort or investment may be warranted. Six TRST areas have been identified - these papers explain the 6 TRST areas.
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A 2-page outline of Vision Mātauranga, including an explanation of the four research themes. (2006)
Unlocking the Innovation Potential of Māori knowledge, resources and people to assist New Zealanders to create a better future. (2007)
The annual Vote Statement is a review of Vote Research, Science & Technology (RS&T) by the Minister of RS&T. It sets out the Minister's vision and describes the Government’s Budget priorities for RS&T. Vote statements are no longer produced.