2024 Foundation Research Grant recipients announced
The Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 round of Foundation Research Grants. The grants are awarded to New Zealand academics whose research involves Asia-related topics.
The Foundation offers Research Grants each year to support recipients’ travel expenses and fieldwork.
Research the Foundation supports provides insight on topics such as international relations, international law, trade/economics, technology, innovation, urban development, environment and climate change.
"Foundation Research Grants help support emerging and early career researchers to delve into topics that connect Asia and New Zealand," say the Foundation's Director Research and Engagement Dr Julia MacDonald.
“This year’s recipients are both looking to learn from Asia on issues that will have a direct impact on New Zealand society – our food security and health sector resilience.
“The Foundation is thrilled to support these researchers to carry out this important work”
The recipients
Dr Yuki Fukuda is a post-doctoral researcher interested in social adaptation and responses to climate change and environment.
Her He Raihi Aotearoa - NZ Rice project plays a pioneering role for organic rice production in New Zealand by learning from Japanese master growers.
Dr Yuki Fukuda
Yuki’s broader goals with this agricultural endeavour seek to contribute towards New Zealand’s food security, as well as explore how farming can support social equity and social cohesion initiatives.
Parag Bhatnagar leads intelligent automation initiatives at Health New Zealand and is committed to community service.
Parag Bhatnagar
Parag’s research project Automation as a Shield: Advancing New Zealand’s Public Health Resilience looks at Singapore’s intelligent automation strategies.
His research will connect him with Singaporean policy makers, health professionals and hospitals for a firsthand appreciation of how cutting-edge technologies can best serve the healthcare industry.
The Foundation's Research Programme publishes surveys, reports, and insights briefs relating to all aspects of New Zealand’s relationships with and interests in Asia. We also provide grants to emerging scholars with Asia-related research interests.
Foundation Research Grants support talented postgraduate students and emerging scholars to conduct research into contemporary issues in the Asia region.
