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Cawthron provides research based solutions to enable the sustainable management and development of New Zealand's coastal and freshwater systems and resources for the benefit of the region and the nation.

Cawthron’s funding comes from the Foundation for Research, Science & Technology and a range of commercial clients to which it provides consulting and analytical services. Cawthron employs over 180 scientific and technical staff based in Nelson and Marlborough.

Scientists working with Hauraki Iwi to confirm Hauraki Gulf safe from deadly toxin
Traps will next month be lowered into the waters of the Hauraki Gulf in a renewed bid to find out more about the prevalence and impact of the toxin responsible for killing dogs on Auckland beaches last summer.

Researchers gather to discuss future of research into toxin killing dogs on Auckland beaches
The country’s largest independent research organisation, Cawthron Institute, has called scientists and researchers from all over New Zealand together to develop strategies for on-going research into the discovery of the deadly tetrodotoxin in Auckland.

Cawthron to play a key role in three research projects critical to the future of water management in this country
Cawthron Institute will work with NIWA to investigate areas critical to the future of water management in New Zealand after a successful bid for a share of 22 million dollars in government funding in the latest round of grants from the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology.

Toxic Sea Slugs Information
Further information regarding Cawthron scientist's discovery of tetrodotoxin contained in sea slugs - including frequently asked questions.