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 with a mission to enhance the capacity of Aotearoa-New Zealand to use physical sciences and engineering for economic growth and prosperity.
Featured projects
Launching a space lab into orbit
Dr Sarah Kessans, a lecturer in the University of Canterbury’s School of Product Design, is passionate about growing stuff in space, ultimately food, fuel and pharmaceuticals to benefit society.
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.
Patent-searching workshop series
Do you want to know if your research is truly unique? Learn how to enhance your patent-searching skills, plus discover useful technical knowledge, improve your grant applications and identify potential collaborators and competitors at SfTI’s patent-searching workshop series
Māori capability training
Increase your understanding of Māori culture and build your confidence for engaging with Māori. The Wellington Uni-Professional has three courses available.