NZBio Waikato University Workshop

Chris & Dr James R. Barker from the University of Waikato Management School

An NZBio workshop in collaboration with researchers from the University of Waikato Management School

The aim was to discuss challenges in engaging with citizens and community groups on biotech issues

Attended by around 40 people the workshop was part of an ongoing FRST funded research pogramme to develop "insights on the social and cultural sustainability of biotechnology in New Zealand"

Dr James R. Barker & Dr Karen Cronin of the ESR Integrative Research for Sustainability Group

Janine Cowling, NZBio Coordinator for the Waikato region

ESR Facilitator Jinny Baker at the 'Values & Beliefs' discussion table

Dr Alison Henderson at the 'Stakeholder Relationships' discussion table

Dr Jarrod Haar at the 'Cultural Engagement' discussion table

Venue was Hamilton's WEL Energy Trust Academy of Performing Art