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Cawthron’s purpose is to add value to New Zealand’s environment business and community through the provision of research based advice, products and services.
Cawthron provides high quality research, advice and analytical services to support the development of New Zealand’s seafood industry and sustainable management of the coastal and freshwater environment.
Cawthron is a unique organisation in the New Zealand science and research community. Established in 1919, it:
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Is New Zealand's largest, independent, community-owned research centre, with over 180 scientific and technical staff based in Nelson and Marlborough |
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Undertakes research and development at its aquaculture facility; focused on wealth creation through aquaculture with a strong focus on shellfish |
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Is recognised as a New Zealand and world leader in the protection and restoration of coastal and freshwater ecosystems |
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Provides practical science and technology solutions to enable the sustainable management and development of New Zealand's natural resources |
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Undertakes key research to protect New Zealand from invasive organisms which threaten native species and ecosystems |
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Provides high quality analytical services to underpin the integrity of New Zealand products for domestic and international consumption |
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