NZ’s research priorities shift towards advanced tech – Expert Reaction
Tehnuka Ilanko
A new report to the Prime Minister recommends moving more of NZ’s science funding into advanced technology.
The recommendations, made by the PM’s Science, Innovation & Technology Advisory Council, will go into the investment plan that Research Funding NZ will use for funding decisions.
The Council also suggested centering funding around four “pillars” related to primary industries, technology, environment, and health & society.
The SMC asked experts to comment.
Dr James Hutchinson, CEO of...