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Latest Publication available from ScionOECD Co-operative Research Programme sponsored workshop proceedings
The proceedings of the OECD Co-operative Research Programme sponsored workshop held during the IUFRO International Forest Biosecurity Conference, 16-20 March 2009, Rotorua, New Zealand, are now available from Scion.
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Upcoming EventsScion at NZBIO 2010
Scion is delighted to be once again at NZBIO, 22-24 March 2010.
Dr Elspeth MacRae will be presenting in a session entitled “Capturing Economic Value from Innovative Plant Technologies”.
In a satellite Biofuels session, Dr Trevor Stuthridge will talk on the opportunities and technologies for converting biomass to biofuels and biomaterials. Scion will also showcase some of its latest research throughout the event in the conference exhibition area.
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Latest newsSqueaky-clean shoes for Scientists
Scientists arriving next week for the 5th International Phytophthora working party meeting know the importance of "squeaky-clean shoes" in controlling the spread of this class of micro-organisms whose name means “destroyer of plants”. Over 100 science delegates from 14 different countries will be attending the meeting from 7-12 March, hosted by Crown Research Institute, Scion, Landcare Research and Auckland Regional Council.
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Featured reportHighlights of the Financial Year 2008/2009
Scion's success in the last year has come from strengthened research and commercial partnerships that contribute to New Zealand's growth.