New Zealand plans to overhaul its science sector by merging research institutes and shutting down Callaghan Innovation.

New Zealand's government plans a major overhaul of its science sector, merging seven Crown Research Institutes into three groups focused on bio-economy, earth sciences, and health/forensic sciences, with a fourth group dedicated to advanced technology. Callaghan Innovation will be shut down, and its key functions moved elsewhere. The restructuring aims to enhance economic performance and efficiency, with an annual investment of $1.2 billion in the sector. Critics argue the changes may prioritize revenue over public good research.

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