GNS Science responds to Government’s science system reform announcement
Government has announced plans to reform the science, innovation and technology system, changing the shape of Crown Research Institutes, including GNS Science (GNS).
The changes aim to build a more dynamic science, innovation and technology system that is responsive to New Zealand’s changing needs and opportunities.
The reform programme includes the creation of a new earth sciences-focused Public Research Organisation (PRO) by combining GNS with the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA).
GNS and NIWA have a strong history of collaboration and we expect the changes announced today will further cement that relationship, strengthening delivery of science and innovation to foster economic and environmental resilience.
Government’s focus on growing an even stronger science sector is exciting. Strengthening the sector now will future-proof the role of science in the decades to come, and we are looking forward to the opportunity to help shape the new organisation.
Our first priority is to help GNS staff understand what this means for them. We will support our staff and continue to work with our clients, partners and stakeholders to deliver our critical science that keeps people safe and helps New Zealand’s communities and economies thrive.
More information is available on the MBIE website - mbie.govt.nz/science-reforms(external link).
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Attribute to Chelydra Percy, Chief Executive GNS Science.
For more information contact the GNS Science media team.
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