Latest from Biotechnology

Parkinson's treatment trial starts
Human trials of a locally developed Parkinson's disease treatment have begun in New Zealand after the first round yielded promising results.

Green economy could pay for NZ
Mandatory emissions standards for new vehicles and an electrical "smart grid" are among a raft of ways New Zealand could tap into a global green economy.

Genomics could affect court decisions
Genome sequencing is “revolutionising” medicine, but could also impact on how society deals with criminals with a genetic predisposition towards violence.

Taiwan venture uses local technology
Technology developed by New Zealand's LanzaTech will lie at the heart of a new Taiwanese joint venture.

China Business 2012: Clearing the path for cleantech
Securing even a small slice of China's cleantech future will be a boon for Kiwi companies writes Ellen Read

GE law probe a big surprise
Minister 'unaware' of questions on genetic engineering gains.

Success: Down to earth focus earns growing revenue
Research and development business specialises in NZ's key crop - grass.

Rebuilding Christchurch business: Canterbury Scientific
Canterbury Scientific Limited opened the doors to its new $1.2 million laboratory complex in Addington a few days before February's devastating earthquake.

Anthony Doesburg: Broking a marriage of business and academia
Events aim to encourage university researchers and companies to start talking to each other.