BioTechNZ News: The final countdown!

06 March 2024

In this issue Insights from our Executive Director  This year feels like it’s going to be a fast game, but a good game for the biotech sector! I am incredibly positive about the reception from the new Government and its associated agencies regarding gene technologies regulations and their updating.    However, I don’t think we will … Continue reading "Christmas is coming!"

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Discover Wellington with our double feature!

30 January 2024

Discover the heartbeat of Wellington’s biotech scene at our two exclusive events.  Ahead of our Life Sciences Summit 2024 we’re welcoming delegates to our Only in Wellington Touchdown Event. Immerse yourself in the spirit of Wellington – no slides, no thank you speeches, just captivating narratives that echo the city’s vibrancy. Join BioTechNZ and Creative … Continue reading "Christmas is coming!"

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Holiday greetings!

Holiday greetings!

18 December 2023

2023 has been an interesting year for everyone, however, just like the biotech sector has done since the beginning of time, we just keep going and keep delivering.

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BIOTECHNZ MANIFESTO 2023

18 October 2023

BioTechNZ supports the NZTech manifesto, which outlines specific areas the Government should focus on to enable and grow Aotearoa as a Digital Nation. These actions are aligned with the Digital Tech ITP.

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Life sciences summit

Life Sciences Summit 2024: True science, real change

06 September 2023

Our inaugural Summit was a huge success, and we can’t wait to reconnect at Aotearoa New Zealand’s 2024 Life Science Summit - True science, real change.

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Christmas is coming!

We’re on the final countdown to Christmas, just 18 days until 25 December, so what is left on your to-do-list? 
07 December 2022
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Life sciences summit crucial for NZ’s economic future

The inaugural March 22-23 event, run by BioTechNZ , will unite Aotearoa’s life sciences and biotech communities across all sectors including agriculture, environment, industrial as well as human health, BioTechNZ executive director Dr Zahra Champion says. 
23 November 2022
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Biotech superheroes! 

Earlier this month, I was delighted to attend Bridgewest’s Impact Innovation Conference. While I was there, I wondered why it seems so difficult to grow the biotech sector? Considering we have all the ingredients in New Zealand for a strong biotech sector, it shouldn’t be so hard!
10 November 2022
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New Zealand biotech companies stand out

This month was another great month for our biotech companies. BioTechNZ ran a very successful workshop in Wellington last week - Accelerating Crop Bioprotectant Development from New Zealand - with 50+ people in attendance. As well, the BioTechNZ Executive Council has been out and about talking to Government ministers about the role of biotech in New Zealand (traditional to modern biotech). 
05 August 2022
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Advanced Manufacturing Draft Industry Transformation Plan

NZTech thanks the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) for the opportunity to make a submission on the Advanced Manufacturing Draft Industry Transformation Plan (ITP) and provide feedback on the proposed industry development initiatives.
12 July 2022
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Rebuild your networking muscles: biotech events ahead

After more than two years of making connections via Zoom, members are eager to reconnect face-to-face and move around New Zealand and internationally. The border opening will greatly accelerate the change.
06 July 2022