Independent Research Association of New Zealand

IRANZ is an association of independent research organisations. IRANZ represents the collective interests of members by undertaking activities aimed at creating a positive operating environment for Independent Research Organisations in New Zealand.

IRANZ member organisations make vital contributions to a broad range of scientific fields, and offer an important complement to university-based and Crown Research Institute research. Our smaller sizes and greater flexibility provide an environment that is particularly conducive to innovation and end-user engagement.

IRANZ member organisations:

• Are ‘independent’ (non-government owned);
• Carry out high-quality scientific research, development or technology transfer;
• Have strong linkages with end-users;
• Work in a diverse range of settings and subject specialities;
• Derive a significant portion of their work from Government research contracts;
• Collaborate with universities, Crown Research Institutes and research departments of industrial organisations; and
• Having varying governance and ownership arrangements.

Find out more about IRANZ and our members by checking out our News page.