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Marsden Fund Changes Threaten Foundations Of Our Research Sector
Sunday, 15 December 2024, 10:25 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
We are deeply concerned the Minister has acted hastily to break the part of the research system that was considered to be the best-functioning, says Co-President Troy Baisden. More >>
New Zealand Association Of Scientists Awards Celebrate The Achievements Of Scientists And Our Science System
Monday, 25 November 2024, 5:47 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
It has been an extraordinarily difficult year for science and scientists in Aotearoa New Zealand, and it is important to remember that we have outstanding, world-leading work being done here which underpins our society, economy, and communities of learning. More >>
Royal Society Te Apārangi Governance Submissions Close - NZAS Submission
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 6:47 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
The proposed governance restructuring undermines the intent of the legislation establishing RSTA with electoral colleges for constituencies deserving representation at the level of governance. More >>
Royal Society Should Withdraw Governance Restructuring
Thursday, 24 October 2024, 9:22 am | New Zealand Association of Scientists
The Royal Society Te Apārangi is a public organisation with complex duties set out in its enabling legislation – “the advancement and promotion in New Zealand of science, technology, and the humanities”. More >>
GNS Science Cuts Risk New Zealand’s International Reputation
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:09 am | New Zealand Association of Scientists
“Now is not the time to undermine the experts in New Zealand and the international partnerships that help us understand the hazards we face." More >>
Budget 2024 Is Worse Than A Nothing Burger For Science
Thursday, 30 May 2024, 8:06 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
NZAS Co-Presidents Lucy Stewart and Troy Baisden have initial comments on the Budget released by the coalition government today, expressing their concerns about the ongoing collapse in funding for the research and university sector. More >>
A Call To Save Our Science (SOS) At Friday’s #SS4C
Saturday, 6 April 2024, 5:23 am | New Zealand Association of Scientists
“Many scientists will be marching in support of rangitahi and youth, yet also have a message. It’s an SOS - Save Our Science. Save the science facing cuts that is needed to address the climate change challenge.” More >>
New Zealand Association Of Scientists Awards Celebrate The Achievements Of Scientists And Our Science System
Tuesday, 14 November 2023, 5:33 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
The New Zealand Association of Scientists (NZAS) is pleased to announce its annual medal winners for 2023. The NZAS medals have a long history and are among the most prestigious awarded across all fields of research in New Zealand. The Marsden Medal ... More >>
NZAS Compiles Briefing For The Incoming Minister Of RSI
Thursday, 2 November 2023, 1:00 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
The New Zealand Association of Scientists (NZAS) is releasing a Briefing for the Incomimg Minister of Research, Science and Innovation (RSI). NZAS Co-President Troy Baisden says “Crucial decisions will be needed quickly to rebuild our RSI system ... More >>
NZAS Alarmed By Proposed Cuts At The University Of Otago
Thursday, 4 May 2023, 11:29 am | New Zealand Association of Scientists
New Zealand Association of Scientists Co-President Dr Lucy Stewart says, “Proposed cuts to staff at the University of Otago [1] , coming on top of recent reductions at our other universities, continue to sound alarm bells around the state of the ... More >>
Exciting Alignment Of NZ Research With EU Horizons Pillar II Missions
Wednesday, 21 December 2022, 6:52 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
New Zealand Association of Scientists co-President Prof Troy Baisden comments on the agreement just finalised between New Zealand and the European Union (EU) Horizons funding framework Pillar II, but no agreement for New Zealand access to Pillar I ... More >>
Mātauranga And Science
Tuesday, 27 July 2021, 5:08 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
Aotearoa New Zealand is rapidly advancing as a leader in Indigenous knowledge by recognising the potential for mātauranga and Western science to work together. The validity of mātauranga has been established by numerous recent publications, many ... More >>
Science And Gender
Friday, 16 July 2021, 11:51 am | New Zealand Association of Scientists
As an organisation, the New Zealand Association of Scientists (NZAS) recognises the importance of inclusiveness and kindness in science. Transgender, intersex, and gender diverse Kiwis experience significant discrimination within our society. This ... More >>
NZAS Alarmed By Cuts To Science At Waikato
Saturday, 27 March 2021, 1:56 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
New Zealand Association of Scientists Past President Associate Professor Craig Stevens says, “Proposed new cuts to science at the University of Waikato [1] , coming on top of voluntary staffing changes in late 2020, are an alarming example of the severity ... More >>
Massey University Cuts A Third Of Science
Wednesday, 7 October 2020, 6:45 am | New Zealand Association of Scientists
New Zealand Association of Scientists President and University of Waikato Professor Troy Baisden says, “The scope of the cuts to Massey University’s science capability is beyond alarming.” “Up to 40% of taught papers and about a third of academic ... More >>
Association of Scientists Announces New President and Agenda
Wednesday, 20 November 2019, 8:39 am | New Zealand Association of Scientists
The New Zealand Association of Scientists (NZAS) new President is Professor Troy Baisden, based at the University of Waikato. More >>
Science is, sometimes, political
Thursday, 2 February 2017, 2:43 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
The New Zealand Association of Scientists (NZAS) is deeply concerned by the impact of the new US administration. More >>
Director of GeoNet needs to be heard
Monday, 21 November 2016, 3:00 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
The New Zealand Association of Scientists (NZAS) is alarmed at reports[1] that the Acting Civil Defence Minister, Gerry Brownlee, is “furious with GeoNet comments” made by the service’s Director, Dr Ken Gledhill[2]. More >>
New Zealand Association of Scientists awards
Friday, 9 September 2016, 9:39 am | New Zealand Association of Scientists
New Zealand Association of Scientists awards celebrate long-term fundamental science that has had significant value for New Zealand More >>
The Government’s disregard for evidence is an own goal
Monday, 20 June 2016, 3:48 pm | New Zealand Association of Scientists
By casually dismissing research showing that 90 - day employment trials have not met policy goals , the Government is undermining its own big data initiative. More >>
