Industry News
Scion’s leadership in forestry science, bioplastics research and biotechnology has been celebrated by Scion and its peers at the Science New Zealand Awards.
12 December 2022
BIOTechNZ News
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
BIOTechNZ News
NZ must start recognising biotech for the future economy
New Zealand must start recognising biotech as a key technology for the future success of New Zealand’s technology, BiotechNZ executive director Dr Zahra Champion says.
29 June 2022
Media Release
Warning primary sector will miss out if gene editing not allowed
The food and fibre sector will lose out on export opportunities if it did not begin using gene editing technologies, Te Puna Whakaaronui says.
02 June 2022
BIOTechNZ News
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
Media Release
NZ needs genetic modification in the world of climate change
New Zealand needs to finally accept genetic modification (GM) products in a world of climate change and desperate global food needs, BiotechNZ executive director Dr Zahra Champion says.
26 April 2022
Media Release
Genetic modification review being called for, reigniting debate
Genetic modification (GM) was once such a highly charged issue it prompted thousand to protest against the practice.
20 April 2022
Media Release
Call for review of genetically modified tech regulation in NZ
technologies (GM), according to a groundbreaking report by the Productivity Commission.
20 April 2022
Media Release
The future of the GMO ban
New Zealand’s genetic engineering laws face a tough challenge from new technology, Justin Giovannetti writes in The Bulletin.
19 April 2022