New Zealand Astrobiology Network Information

Our goals are to foster partnerships with research agencies and institutions to develop a wider understanding of New Zealand’s capacity to contribute to Astrobiology research and education; To create a hub for international researchers looking to pursue collaborations in Astrobiology science activities in New Zealand; To provide educational and scientific research activities in Astrobiology within New Zealand; To develop networks and virtual centres through which the scientific and cultural of Astrobiology within New Zealand and the life within it will be discussed and celebrated, including: (i) the “New Zealand Astrobiology Network” or equivalent; and (ii) the “Virtual Astrobiology Centre” or equivalent; To facilitate opportunities for people to reconnect with their whakapapa, from recent human history to life’s origins, and reassess their relationship with the natural world by better understanding their place in the universe through modalities unique to New Zealand, including that of Maori and Pasifika peoples; (h) develop operational protocols for Astrobiology exploration on Earth and, one day, elsewhere, using the unique New Zealand landscape (including Antarctica and young volcanic islands – all territories of New Zealand) as backdrop; (i) promoting and assisting with the obtaining of funds for developing educational materials, resources and research activities in Astrobiology; and (j) undertaking any other activities, as determined by the Trustees, that align with the above charitable purposes and involve, or are directly related to, Astrobiology.