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Queen honours New Zealand scientists
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Science New Zealand congratulates the seven scientists and engineers recognised in the 2009 Queen’s Birthday Honours.
Each has contributed to a different aspect of knowledge and its application over many years, to the great benefit of New Zealand and wider afield.
Professor Alison Stewart of Lincoln University; Dr Jeff Tallon of Industrial Research Limited; and Professor Peter Thorne (University of Auckland) are appointed Companions of the New Zealand Order of Merit. Professor Michael Walker (Auckland) becomes an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit; Professor George Clark (Auckland) and Emeritus Professor David Elms (formerly of University of Canterbury) become Members of the New Zealand Order of Merit; and Mr John Lancashire, President of the New Zealand Institute of Agricultural & Horticultural Sciences, receives the Queen’s Service Medal.
Science New Zealand chief executive, Anthony Scott says:
“Their work, at Crown Research Institutes and universities, has benefited New Zealand immensely across agriculture, environment, science education, health and manufacturing. They are high achievers whose commitment to excellence in science and engineering research has led to new knowledge and its application.
“It is wonderful for New Zealand’s science and engineering community generally, as well as for the individuals, to see their work being appreciated in this very public way. It makes their work so much more visible to so many more people.
“Their stories are an inspiration, showing not only what has been done but also opening up new possibilities for young people to dream about and to pursue.
“I encourage students, parents and teachers to google the recipients, explore their work and think about what it means for themselves and their community.
“Not all of us can be top scientists any more than we can all be All Blacks; but we can all appreciate – and encourage - the talent, commitment and the triumphs that have helped make our country and world a better place.”
Each has contributed to a different aspect of knowledge and its application over many years, to the great benefit of New Zealand and wider afield.
Professor Alison Stewart of Lincoln University; Dr Jeff Tallon of Industrial Research Limited; and Professor Peter Thorne (University of Auckland) are appointed Companions of the New Zealand Order of Merit. Professor Michael Walker (Auckland) becomes an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit; Professor George Clark (Auckland) and Emeritus Professor David Elms (formerly of University of Canterbury) become Members of the New Zealand Order of Merit; and Mr John Lancashire, President of the New Zealand Institute of Agricultural & Horticultural Sciences, receives the Queen’s Service Medal.
Science New Zealand chief executive, Anthony Scott says:
“Their work, at Crown Research Institutes and universities, has benefited New Zealand immensely across agriculture, environment, science education, health and manufacturing. They are high achievers whose commitment to excellence in science and engineering research has led to new knowledge and its application.
“It is wonderful for New Zealand’s science and engineering community generally, as well as for the individuals, to see their work being appreciated in this very public way. It makes their work so much more visible to so many more people.
“Their stories are an inspiration, showing not only what has been done but also opening up new possibilities for young people to dream about and to pursue.
“I encourage students, parents and teachers to google the recipients, explore their work and think about what it means for themselves and their community.
“Not all of us can be top scientists any more than we can all be All Blacks; but we can all appreciate – and encourage - the talent, commitment and the triumphs that have helped make our country and world a better place.”
