Canterbury DistinguishedProfessor David Schiel is one of New Ҷֱ's leading marine scientists and was awarded the Ҷֱ Research Medalfor his work.
Fields of research
Research underpins our teaching and is conducted across three main fields: Biotechnology, Biodiversity and Biosecurity.
Biotechnology
The application of biological understanding to provide products that benefit society and support sustainable economic development.
Biodiversity
Defining, sustaining and rehabilitating the diversity of life contained in New Ҷֱ’s natural and managed ecosystems.
Biosecurity
Protecting our native biota from threats imposed by invasive organisms and understanding the potential impacts of genetic technologies on our environment.