Researchers
Engaging Medical Technology Innovation
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As a researcher you may have identified an opportunity for novel medical technologies, or want to join the growing number of researchers developing them in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Collaborate
There are a number of networks and forums for you to participate in, to understand the MedTech sector in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
To get an initial understanding of the sector, you can start by contacting one of the research groups at the heart of MedTech innovation, see our showcase page for these.
Learn
Medtech-iQ provides a window into MedTech activity across New Zealand, so please review our News and Events pages. We also recommend:
- The Good Clinical Podcast, starting with the experience of Dr Maddie White, on the role of translational scientists in creating real world impact.
- Caffeine Daily provides a great overview of local innovation and start ups generally.
- Sign up for the MedTech Bites newsletter below that provides updates monthly, on activity in our MedTech Sector.
- Join us at HealthTech Week, which runs in June every year in Auckland. Keep an eye on our Events page for details and registration.
Grow
If you have a MedTech opportunity that you would like to take from research and grow into a business, Te Tītoki Mataora | MedTech Research Translator provides funding, upskilling, networking, and other support services. These are available to research partners, which include most NZ Universities. This programme encourages clinician/researcher collaboration for the development, testing and translation of ideas into MedTech businesses. You can find out more here.