ICT
New Thinking
A new look at virtual real estate
New Science
Shining a light on diabetes
Smart thinking by IRL about how to apply cutting-edge knowledge of laser light scattering to high-value industries is leading to the development of new devices for the medical industry.
New wireless network established
New Value
Eyes on the road
Science is more practical than simply applied mathematics and arcane formulae, as Coastline Markers Ltd discovered when they called in IRL to solve a particularly sticky problem – finding a new way to make reflective catseyes adhere to the road.
Predicting success with NIWA supercomputer
The sound of science
Kiwi passports put to the test
The company we keep
A personification of the industry-first ethos IRL has cultivated over the past few years, Paul Harris has had a significant impact on several New Zealand industries.
Cup of tea could power an export winner
Superconductor generator could power NZ exports
A unique emergency generator, founded on local RS&T, could offer a major export opportunity for New Zealand manufacturers. Using high-temperature superconductors, the generator will power around 2500 homes – and still be transportable by plane, helicopter or truck. It’s under development in a joint venture involving Crown Research Institute, IRL.
