ESR is New Zealand's public research organisation dedicated to enhancing the health, wellbeing and safety of our communities. We use world-leading science to monitor disease, test food and products, safeguard our water, support the justice system and more. By joining forces with experts and iwi, we’re tackling critical issues to achieve a better Aotearoa for all.
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Public health impacts of silt and dust deemed low, report finds
22 July 2024
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Innovative hospital genomic surveillance system detects early outbreak of serious gut infection
21 May 2024
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Symposium to highlight success of world-leading Kiwi microplastic research
13 May 2024
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Genomics research to boost Aotearoa New Zealand’s defences against highly pathogenic bird flu
11 March 2024
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Meningococcal disease numbers down in 2023
02 February 2024
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Our mahi for the benefit of Aotearoa
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Live dashboards
To help the public track potential risks in their local areas, see latest testing numbers and keep on top of outbreaks.
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ESR experts
The largest group of forensic, social, radiation, environmental and infectious disease scientists in New Zealand.
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Iwi-led projects
Increasing Māori collaboration and partnership and demonstrating ESR’s commitment to Māori.