Astronomy featured in one of the projects. Photo / NZME
Sixteen Māori research projects will receive funding in the latest round of the Te Pūnaha Hihiko: Vision Mātauranga Capability Fund.
The fund, administered by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, invests in projects designed to strengthen capability, capacity, skills and networks between Māori and the science and innovation system.
The 2023 round is the 11th round of funding, around $4 million is invested into projects every round.
Manager of contestable investments Alan Coulson said he was looking forward to seeing the progress and impact the funded projects make.
“By embracing mātauranga Māori alongside modern science, we grow our pool of knowledge, strengthen community connections, and make room for a wider range of ideas and experiences that enhance our research outcomes,” he said.
