Marine collagen in hoki skin has particular properties that Plant & Food Research scientists can exploit for electrospinning. Listen to this RNZ audio: Adding value to hoki skin to discover ...
The Kiwi Innovation Network (KiwiNet) is a network of public research organisations who collaborate to commercialise science to grow the New Zealand economy. Commercialising science can include ...
In this activity, students use their knowledge of potato plates to write a letter promoting their use. Purpose This activity will help students understand product lifecycles and compare the ...
This activity introduces students to size and scale. These concepts are important in forming the necessary cognitive framework for making sense of nanoscience. Size and scale are important in ...
Understanding the concept of innovation is a key step in developing students’ innovation literacy. In this activity, students identify key aspects of what’s involved in innovation and illustrate ...
In this unit, students will consider the performance properties of new stab and flame-resistant fabric and design protective wear for new market opportunities. Purpose To investigate the ...
Students develop their knowledge to design a disposable product as a sustainable alternative to an existing product. Purpose To understand why increasing use of non-degradable materials is not ...
Students investigate opportunities for new products using taewa and develop a prototype taewa product for a specific market. Purpose To understand the attributes and benefits of taewa and the ...
Professor Andy Buchanan from the University of Canterbury is a world-leading researcher in the use of timber in earthquake-resistant buildings. His research is leading new global interest in ...
Science Group Leader at Plant & Food Research Dr Ron Beatson has been researching hops since 1984. His new cultivars are transforming the New Zealand hop industry. Dr Beatson and Doug ...
Professor Phil Butler from MARS Imaging and the University of Canterbury has commercialised a colour CT scanner. His research is transforming the way X-ray is used in medicine and security and is ...
This interactive explains the first steps in the process of making traditional Gouda cheese. Find out more about the final steps in the cheese making process in this related interactive.
This interactive explains the final processes involved in making traditional Gouda cheese. Find out more about the initial steps in the cheese making process in this related interactive.
This interactive shows some processes for managing cheese quality in traditional Gouda cheese production.
