The Bioresource Processing Alliance (BPA) provides access to world-class science capabilities and technical facilities provided by the New Zealand research sector and universities.
We provide funding support for appropriate projects that utilise the expertise of our research partners.
Leveraging specialist skills and capabilities at our R&D partners, as well as others in the innovation ecosystem, we fund and support projects in a range of ways, including consultancy, research and development, pilot plant trials, and commercialisation.
Businesses and organisations can apply for project funding on a quarterly basis, with preference given to those who provide cash and in-kind co-funding. Our funding goes directly to supporting researchers to complete the project. In-kind co-funding can include things like raw materials, access to processing equipment, staff involvement and expertise.
We also offer undergraduate (internships) and graduate (Master’s) sponsorship to support our mission. Support for Master’s programmes includes a stipend, student fees and a contribution towards direct costs.