About SfTI
He hiringa hangarau, he oranga tangata
Innovation in technology for the benefit of people
The Science for Technological Innovation National Science Challenge (SfTI) is a 10-year (2014-2024) science investment tackling Aotearoa-New Zealand’s high-tech challenges to grow our economy and prosperity through physical sciences and engineering.
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Researchers
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Organisations
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Spearhead projects
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Seed projects
Featured projects
Tiny sponges, huge potential impact for drinking water
Taking on Micro-pollutants: Have you ever worried about chemicals you might be ingesting on a daily basis?
Catapulting brand Aotearoa-NZ to the world stage with mātauranga Māori and tech
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Real time toxin monitoring could save billions for the global aquaculture industry
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Organ-on-a-chip technology to tackle a rare disorder
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Professional development events for SfTI researchers
Regional Researchers Workshops
This year we would like to invite SfTI researchers to host their own regional Researchers Workshop.
Wellington Uni-Professional: Māori capability training
Increase your understanding of Māori culture and build your confidence for engaging with Māori.