GNS Science is the New Zealand research institute that focuses on geological resources, environmental and industrial isotopes, and natural hazards.
Since 1865 they have demonstrated scientific excellence in a country that straddles two tectonic plates, where earthquakes were first associated with geological faulting, and whose first Nobel Laureate, Ernest Rutherford, saw that radioactive isotopes could be used for geological dating.
Today, GNS continues these investigations, from the atomic to the planetary scale. These activities are expressed through their Māori name, Te Pū Ao, which means “the foundation, origin, and source of the world”. GNS applies this science to create wealth, to protect the environment and to improve the safety of people.
Here are links to the GNS Science website and also to GeoNet
GNS Wairakei is where I am mostly based, utilising the knowledge and expertise of the friendly staff who are more than willing to show me about and take me on really cool expeditions.
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