Fascinating and important research happening at New Zealand’s largest independent science organisation will be on show as part of Cawthron Institute’s fifth annual open day. This is an opportunity to meet world-leading scientists and hear about cutting-edge science on your doorstep.
Scientists from Cawthron’s freshwater, ecotoxicology, coastal science, aquaculture, food technology and biosecurity teams will be on hand to share and explain their work. There will also be a range of displays including hi-tech buoys, examples of natural toxins, didymo (also known as rock snot), and cyanobacteria or blue-green algae.
The Halifax Street site is of historical importance to Cawthron as it has been home to research for the institute since its establishment 94 years ago. On the very site of the new EnviroTech wing, tobacco research was being undertaken in the 1920’s.
Cawthron Institute CEO, Professor Charles Eason, says it’s an exciting time at Cawthron and they’re looking forward to sharing our research with the community.
“These open days are a fantastic way to connect with our community and allow people to see some of the world-leading science happening in their own backyard,” he says.
Cawthron Annual Open Day, Sunday 26th July, 10am – 2pm, 98 Halifax Street east. Entry is free.
For further information visit the Friends of Cawthron on Facebook or the Cawthron website.
