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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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BioTechNZ: "It's time to reconsider gene modification's role"

14 June 2023

BioTechNZ Executive Director Zahra Champion told Mike Hosking that past anti-GMO conversations caused industry to steer clear of the topic, out of fear of what consumers will say.

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life sciences crucial for the future of NZ’s post-covid economy

Life sciences crucial for the future of NZ’s post-covid economy

13 March 2023

Biotech and life sciences sector are contributing to solving the Aotearoa’s and the world's problems, in such a fast changing world.

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Take a moment to breathe

08 March 2023

In this issue Insights from the Executive Director  Life Sciences Summit News and events Insights from the Executive Director It’s been a very tough month for many of our BioTechNZ members and communities impacted by the recent devastating weather events in Aotearoa. My thoughts go out to everyone who has been affected and I acknowledge … Continue reading "BioTechNZ news and highlights plus NZ’s Life Science Summit 2023 – save the date!"

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Jumping into 2023!

09 February 2023

In this issue Insights from the Executive Director  BioTechNZ – our focus for 2023 Connect at our events  Insights from the Executive Director Do you set New Year’s resolutions? Regardless, if you want to improve your fitness, save more or learn a new language, the key is effective goal setting. Taking time to think about … Continue reading "BioTechNZ news and highlights plus NZ’s Life Science Summit 2023 – save the date!"

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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
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The modern biotechnology toolbox

I have been talking to media over the last month as there is a lot of interest around the outdated gene regulations in New Zealand, with the common theme “should New Zealand start having the discussion?”
03 June 2022
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BioTechNZ builds on New Zealand’s biotechnology strengths

Sector’s long-term potential bodes well for future biotech listings. Zahra Champion’s view of biotechnology goes well beyond medicine. For her, biotech includes agriculture, the environment, industrial applications and marine. As Executive Director of BioTech New Zealand, Dr Champion is helping to build a vibrant ecosystem for biotech companies in NZ. An ecosystem that better connects … Continue reading "BioTechNZ builds on New Zealand’s biotechnology strengths"
11 May 2022