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New biorefinery will create global impact using seaweed
17 October 2025The world’s first commercial seaweed nanocellulose biorefinery, opening in Paeroa today (October 17) will positively impact a range of industries while minimising waste. -
2025 Scion Annual Report out now
15 October 2025Presented to Parliament by our shareholding ministers, this marks Scion’s last report before merging into the New Zealand Institute for Bioeconomy Science. -
Science impact recognised at Rotorua Business Awards
13 October 2025Scion, now part of the NZ Institute of Bioeconomy Science, was honoured with the Outstanding Contribution to Rotorua award at the Tompkins Wake Business Awards, celebrating over 75 years of innovation. -
Bioeconomy Science Institute to lead Biodiscovery Platform
7 October 2025A new funding platform, led by the Bioeconomy Science Institute, will support the discovery and development of bio-based products from Aotearoa New Zealand’s unique flora and fauna. -
Research highlight: first of its kind tōtara model
29 September 2025To date there have been no growth or yield models available for any individual indigenous tree species in New Zealand. We recently published the first for tōtara. -
Wood fibre dice usher in sustainable future
25 September 2025The global plastics industry is set to benefit from world-leading wood fibre dice that will help position New Zealand as a leader in sustainable materials. -
Connect September issue out now
23 September 2025The September issue of Connect is out now, featuring the latest forestry news from the Bioeconomy Science Institute. -
World-first radiata pine genome unlocks new era in forestry science
18 September 2025The world-first publication of a reference genome for radiata pine represents a big step forward for forestry science and innovation. -
New look for New Zealand's bioeconomy research
2 September 2025The Bioeconomy Science Institute, Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest research organisation, launched its new look today. -
Research highlight: bark extracts and biorefineries
28 August 2025Researchers are looking to turn forestry waste like bark into high value biopharmaceutical and cosmetics products, with promising health benefits. -
Biofuel innovation set to make waves
14 AugustBiofuel technology that promises to help reduce the marine shipping industry’s carbon footprint is a step closer, with the launch of Biowave. -
Nelson Tasman storm damage rapidly detected
12 AugustAn AI tool using satellite imagery has been developed in the wake of the Nelson Tasman floods to deliver near real-time insights into forest damage. -
Staff among 2025 KiwiNet Awards finalists
7 August 2025Three staff members and two innovative plant cultivars from the Bioeconomy Science Institute are among this year’s KiwiNet Award finalists. -
Insects turn waste into value
24 JulyResearchers have $3 million in funding to investigate the potential of black soldier fly larvae to produce health-promoting ingredients for humans. -
Connect July issue out now
15 JulyJuly brings the first issue of the Connect e-newsletter since Scion became a group of the Bioeconomy Science Institute. -
Research highlight: NZ myrtles susceptibility
7 JulyMyrtle rust is a serious plant disease that impacts native species like pōhutukawa, rātā, maire tawake and ramarama