Focus Stories
Focus Stories showcase examples of biotechnology in action in New Zealand and include curriculum-linked unit plans, teaching ideas, video clips and animations.
Selectively breeding more cost-effective sheep (AgResearch).
Developing innovative wool fabrics and products (AgResearch).
Transgenic cows can be used to alter milk composition or to produce therapeutic proteins (AgResearch).
Making new food products from taewa (Riddet Institute).
Adding fish oil to food without making it taste or smell fishy (Riddet Institute).
Researchers are mimicking evolution in the lab (Victoria University).
Making innovative biodegradable products (Potatopak).
The latest DNA technology is used to help solve crimes in New Zealand (ESR).
Finding out how our genes interact with the food we eat (Nutrigenomics New Zealand).
