Join us in tackling some of the most exciting and challenging science problems facing Aotearoa and the world. With excellent facilities and researchers who are genuinely world-class, we are driven in the pursuit of outstanding scientific research.
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Research Themes
Our research is grouped into themes, connecting knowledge to affect meaningful change
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Research Partnerships
We're proudly collaborative with our research and are always looking to develop new relationships.
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Analytical & Consultancy Services
Our world-class research equipment and facilities are available for commercial use.
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Mātauranga Māori
Across all of our research, is a commitment to bring together the perspectives of western Science and mātauranga Māori. We're proud to undertake research in genuine partnership with local iwi and hapu.
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ERI - Te Tumu Whakaora Taiao
A collaborative, systems-level approach to environmental research developing insights and expertise to improve and sustain the quality of the natural and physical environment, focusing on antarctic, coastal, marine, freshwater, and terrestrial ecosystems.