New Zealand Association of Scientists


The New Zealand Association of Scientists is a professional body for scientists in New Zealand. It was founded in 1941 as the New Zealand Association of Scientific Workers, and renamed in 1954. It differs from the Royal Society of New Zealand in being an independent non-profit incorporated society and registered charity, rather than being constituted by an Act of Parliament. While not being entirely non-political, the Association focuses on policy and social responsibility aspects of science.

History

1941 – Formed as the New Zealand Association of Scientific Workers
1942 – Registered as an incorporated society in New Zealand
1954 – Name changed to the New Zealand Association of Scientists

Journal

The Association publishes a peer reviewed journal the New Zealand Science Review which is a "a forum for the exchange of views on science and science policy issues."

Awards

The Association awards several annual awards to celebrate long-term fundamental science that has had significant value for New Zealand: