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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry
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The New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC) represents members involved in the profession of chemistry.
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · 2d
Scholarships are worth $44,000 per year (3 years), plus fees and a conference travel budget. For more details see www.ag-emissions.nz/.../capabil....
Applications close on 31 October 2025.
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · 2d
Applications are open for the Ag Emissions Centre’s PhD scholarships for study in 2026. These scholarships welcome students from diverse academic backgrounds. No agricultural background required, but a passion for climate change action and science to reduce emissions is a must.
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Royal Society of Chemistry @rsc.org · 13d
Antimicrobial resistance is an escalating global challenge. Join our next Chemistry World webinar to hear how lipids contribute to antibiotic resistance mechanisms and gain practical insights to help with your own research and workflows.

Register now ▶️ https://rsc.li/3IBBwwe

#Lipidomics #ChemSky
Join us on 23 October for a Chemistry World webinar - Lipidomics for antibiotic resistance (AMR) mechanisms
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · 16d
Dr Emma Davison is seeking a motivated and talented PhD candidate to join her team at Auckland University of Technology (AUT) working on the Development of Modified Antisense Oligonucleotides Targeting Cancer. This is a fully funded position. nzic.org.nz/vacancies #nzchem
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The website for members of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC); the association of professional chemists and chemistry educators in New Zealand
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · 17d
Professors Michèle Prinsep and Chris Battershill at the University of Waikato are seeking an MSc student and a PhD student to join their team investigating Marine allelochemicals as novel, sustainable, environmentally safe and selective herbicides. nzic.org.nz/vacancies
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The website for members of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC); the association of professional chemists and chemistry educators in New Zealand
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Pacifichem @pacifichem.bsky.social · Aug 13
The deadline for the Early Career Travel Grant application is almost here!

Visit the #Pacifichem2025 website to see if you are eligible: pacifichem.org/attend/early...
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Aug 11
A reminder that the Auckland Branch Chemistry Careers Evening is taking place tomorrow - this is an excellent opportunity to meet with industry representatives and find out where your chemistry qualification can lead you!
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jul 29
The NZIC Auckland Branch is holding a Chemistry Careers Evening. Tues 12th August 5-7 pm. Attendees will hear from a range of companies employing chemists and have a chance to chat with their representatives. Pizza will be provided but please register
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Chemistry Careers Evening Registration
Date: Tuesday 12th August. 5-7 pm Location: AUT, WG Building, 55 Wellesley St East Contact us at [email protected]
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Aug 4
The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that more than 10 million people developed Tuberculosis in 2024. Emily Mason and Farah Lamiable-Oulaidi discuss the challenges of treating TB in Chemistry in New Zealand (online) www.cinz.nz/posts/tuberc...
Tuberculosis: A 21st century problem
Tuberculosis is still prevalent in low-income countries, where it is closely linked to the broader challenges of poverty and limited access to healthcare. Why is it so resistant and hard to treat?
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Aug 3
Anya Weth gives an overview of how the innate immune system recognises foreign pathogens, and how vaccines can utilise these markers to elicit an adaptive (memory) immune response in CiNZ (Online). www.cinz.nz/posts/spot-t...
Spot the difference: how the immune system recognises foreign structures
A brief overview of how the innate immune system recognises foreign pathogens, and how vaccines can utilise these markers to elicit an adaptive (memory) immune response.
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Aug 3
The immune system is one of the most effective surveillance systems, with the remarkable ability to distinguish between chemical structures derived from the self and from foreign entities (pathogens).
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jul 31
First discovered in 1889, pterins are one of the major compounds in natural pigments. Beyond their vivid hues, these compounds are leading to medicinal breakthroughs and new therapeutic strategies.
Jessica Siesicki gives an overview in CiNZ (online). www.cinz.nz/posts/pterin...
Pterin compounds: from butterflies to biochemistry
First discovered in 1889, pterins are one of the major compounds in natural pigments. Beyond their vivid hues, these compounds are leading to medicinal breakthroughs and new therapeutic strategies.
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jul 29
The NZIC Auckland Branch is holding a Chemistry Careers Evening. Tues 12th August 5-7 pm. Attendees will hear from a range of companies employing chemists and have a chance to chat with their representatives. Pizza will be provided but please register
docs.google.com/forms/d/13lf...
Chemistry Careers Evening Registration
Date: Tuesday 12th August. 5-7 pm Location: AUT, WG Building, 55 Wellesley St East Contact us at [email protected]
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jul 28
In the latest issue of Chemistry in New Zealand (online) Joanne Harvey gives a global and NZ perspective on Azo dyes - the vibrant synthetic colourants that enjoy widespread application in processed food and drinks, textiles, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. www.cinz.nz/posts/azo-fo...
Azo food dyes - a global and NZ perspective
Azo dyes, with vibrant and tunable colours, are prevalent in processed food and drink – what should we know about their chemistry and health implications?
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jul 24
The awards available are:
-Easterfield Award
-Maurice Wilkins Centre Prize for Chemical Science
-Resene Prize for Industrial and Applied Chemistry
-ACES NZIC Early Career Award
-Denis Hogan Chemical Education Award sponsored by sciPad
-The Brian Halton Award sponsored by JEOL
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jul 24
There is one week left to submit nominations for the 2025 NZIC Prizes. Please consider nominating the outstanding chemists you know. Self nominations are welcome! nzic.org.nz/awards
2024 Prize Winners receiving their awards
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jul 16
Attention NZ Secondary Chemistry Teachers! Applications are still open for grants from the Chemical Education Trust for equipment for student experimental use. Apply for a grant for your school here: nzic.org.nz/cetfunds-form
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The website for members of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC); the association of professional chemists and chemistry educators in New Zealand
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jul 15
Nominations/Applications are open for the 2025 NZIC Prizes and will close on 31 July. Please consider nominating outstanding NZ chemists for the 6 prestigious prizes available this year (self-nominations are welcome) nzic.org.nz/awards .
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jul 14
The Save Science Coalition is organising an event at Parliament at 6pm on 23 July. This is an opportunity to meet with Opposition MPs and help shape their policies for the future of the New Zealand science system. Register your interest here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Save Science Coalition July 23 event registration
Please fill out this form if you are interested in attending the Save Science Coalition July 23 event at Parliament. We will contact you to confirm attendance. As room is limited, we will waitlist a...
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jun 30
It's wintry out there but the NZIC Canterbury Branch extends a warm welcome to members to join them for a mid-Winter gathering on the UC Campus.
ER 5th Floor Tearoom
Wed 2 July
4.30pm
There will be Christmas treats, mulled wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and a chance to catch up.
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jun 5
Do you know a NZ university student who has recently published an outstanding paper in the field of chemistry? We are currently welcoming nominations for the JEOL Brian Halton Prize!
nzic.org.nz/awards#halton
New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC)
The website for members of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC); the association of professional chemists and chemistry educators in New Zealand
nzic.org.nz
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jun 3
Nominations are currently open for the ACES-NZIC Early Career Award! This award recognises an NZIC Member in an early stage of their independent research career (in academia or industry) who has made an outstanding contribution to the development of chemistry in New Zealand. nzic.org.nz/awards#early
New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC)
The website for members of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC); the association of professional chemists and chemistry educators in New Zealand
nzic.org.nz
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · Jun 3
Do you know someone who has made an important contribution to Chemical Education in New Zealand? Nominations are currently open for the SciPAD Denis Hogan Award which recognises excellence in teaching chemistry. nzic.org.nz/awards#hogan
New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC)
The website for members of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC); the association of professional chemists and chemistry educators in New Zealand
nzic.org.nz
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · May 28
We are accepting nominations (including self nominations) for the 2025 Resene Prize for Industrial and Applied Chemistry. This prize is awarded to an NZIC member for meritorious achievement in the field of industrial or applied chemistry.
nzic.org.nz/awards#indus...
New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC)
The website for members of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC); the association of professional chemists and chemistry educators in New Zealand
nzic.org.nz
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · May 27
Nominations are open for the 2025 Maurice Wilkins Centre Prize in Chemical Science! This is the premier prize of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry and is awarded to an NZIC member based on the excellence and impact of their chemistry.
nzic.org.nz/awards#wilkins
New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC)
The website for members of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC); the association of professional chemists and chemistry educators in New Zealand
nzic.org.nz
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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry @nzic.bsky.social · May 26
The NZIC is welcoming nominations for the 2025 Easterfield Medal. This prestigious award is open to early career chemists in NZ whether or not they are a member of the NZIC, and includes a lecture tour of the UK hosted by the RSC.

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New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC)
The website for members of the New Zealand Institute of Chemistry (NZIC); the association of professional chemists and chemistry educators in New Zealand
nzic.org.nz
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