6 posts tagged “research”
An NZBio hosted workshop in collaboration with researchers from the University of Waikato Management School
The aim was to discuss challenges in engaging with citizens and community groups on biotech issues
Attended by around 40 people the workshop was part of an ongoing FRST funded research pogramme to develop "insights on the social and cultural sustainability of biotechnology in New Zealand"
The research site at Onepu (near Kawerau) was established last year by Dr. agr. Michael Quintern of Scion. It contains 18 plots that are being used to trial combinations of different biosolids toward optimisation of the vermicomposting process around primary sector 'waste-streams'
Big thanks to the Aorangi Awanui Trust for supporting this mahi, and especially to Tama, Krystal & Charlie who showed us around their spectacular maunga in te rohepotae o Mokai-Patea. Kia ora Stephen for bringing it together
We took heaps of photos - these are just a few to give you an idea of how choice it was doing bush research. Will upload a selection of more informative photos from the fungi survey in a seperate post
A brief photo essay sampling various shots taken to identify types of forest fungi on a landblock bordering the slopes of Pirongia maunga. It was such a perfect day that we just kept climbing to check the awesome views from the top
A local korero gives Pirongia maunga as the place where Tuhoe-potiki met his end after falling off the side of one of the many precipices found in this rugged bush country
The kaupapa was about bringing together Maori who work in the R&D sector across our region (the Bay of Plenty - Central North Island) to network and korero in a convivial environment
Invitations were panui'd out. 21 people turned up. Freos put on a fantastic feed. A great night was had by all
Who knows might become an annual event?
"Dear Mark, Katie, and Chris
Just a quick note to thank you all for the wonderful evening. It was not only a very educational occasion where both the delegation and I learnt a lot but also a fun night. As promised, please find attached a photo of the dinner.
Probably the most important massages the delegation received on the night were:
- Maori has unique and special knowledge and skills in the area of traditional medicine and other uses of endemic materials.
- When collaborating with NZ researchers, it is vital for Japanese scientists/companies to ensure that they (NZ scientists) are linked to local Iwis concerned (i.e., they have proper consultation process with the Iwis). If not, Japanese scientists/companies should contact the right Maori group to establish such connections. Groups like your company are willing to help them to identify who the right Maori groups/individuals are.
- As in Japanese society, Maori community values trust based on personal-relationships. To build trust, it is advisable for Japanese scientists/companies to seek face-to-face meetings, wherever possible.
- Once agreement/consensus is reached between the proper Maori groups and Japanese scientists/companies, the former will defend the agreement against any criticisms arisen within the Maori community.
Again, many thanks for sharing your insights and knowledge with the delegation. I hope that we will see each other again before long.
Naku noa, na
Seishi Gomibuchi
NZ/Japan Science & Technology Coordinator
Ministry of Research, Science & Technology"
"Hi Mark,
Dr Sumida has been in touch with MoRST to say thanks and also… 'The dinner with Maori leaders was a great experience for us. We enjoyed the conversation with them.'
Amanda Tomlinson
Senior Adviser, International Linkages
Ministry of Research, Science & Technology"
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