New Zealand and China have signed an arrangement that paves the way for establishing new scientific collaborations in biomedical research.
Health Research Council of New Zealand (HRC) Board Chair Dr Lester Levy and National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC)* Vice President Dr Liu Congqiang signed the arrangement on scientific cooperation between the two organisations at a special signing ceremony in Wellington today.
The arrangement aims to:
- establish new and/or strengthen existing collaborations in biomedical sciences between Chinese and New Zealand researchers from universities and research institutions
- foster breakthroughs in biomedical research that will advance the global development of science and technology
- promote mobility and career development of researchers within joint projects
This arrangement will extend opportunities for New Zealand’s scientists to engage with researchers and facilities in China in areas of key concern for New Zealand. It will particularly focus on ensuring New Zealand’s future leaders are connected to leaders, and future leaders, in China, and to grow successful research collaborations.
*NSFC manages the National Natural Science Fund, aimed at promoting and financing basic and applied research in China.