Te Kāuru—Ferrier Research Institute (Ferrier) is a world-class team of experts in chemistry and biology. We address challenges that are global or specific to Aotearoa New Zealand.
Opportunities associated with these challenges are tackled through the development of clever and creative people, products, and processes. Ferrier is comprised of more than 50 professional scientists, over 20 graduate students (PhDs, MScs), together with support staff.
Our expertise
Learn more about the expertise and capabilities that underpin our world-leading research.
Find out moreMaster of Drug Discovery and Development
Extend your knowledge of chemistry and learn how to identify and create new antibiotics, antivirals, vaccines, and other drugs to support human and animal health.
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Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) Development Platform
We host the New Zealand RNA Development Platform. Its aim is to ensure New Zealand has well-connected and world-class research capability to strengthen the use and commercialisation of RNA technology.
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