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Wool to Weta
Transforming New Zealand's Culture and Economy
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Wool to Weta by Paul Callaghan explores the dynamic intersection of science, technology, and intellectual property in shaping the future economic landscape of New Zealand. Through a series of thought-provoking essays and public lectures, Callaghan challenges the nation's over-reliance on traditional sectors such as tourism and...
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Victoria University physicist Paul Callaghan has given a series of public lectures around New Zealand, sponsored by the David and Genevieve Becroft Foundation and the Royal Society of New Zealand, entitled 'Beyond the Farm and the Theme Park'.
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Wool to Weta by Paul Callaghan explores the dynamic intersection of science, technology, and intellectual property in shaping the future economic landscape of New Zealand. Through a series of thought-provoking essays and public lectures, Callaghan challenges the nation's over-reliance on traditional sectors such as tourism and farming, arguing that such dependence may lead to an inevitable decline in OECD rankings.
In this compelling work, Callaghan delves into the potential of emerging industries by showcasing success stories from companies like Weta Workshop and Fisher & Paykel Healthcare. He presents a visionary discourse on sustainable wealth generation, advocating for a significant cultural shift towards science-based enterprises. The narrative is enriched with interviews from key New Zealanders who have made notable contributions through science-based businesses, innovative economic strategies, and philanthropic efforts.
The book poses critical questions about New Zealand's competitive advantage in the global market. It scrutinises the roles of tourism and agriculture, pondering whether new business developments are likely to emerge from these sectors or from innovative, science-driven industries. Callaghan also examines the role of government in fostering scientific and economic development, and how the culture of New Zealanders could adapt to support future economic prosperity.
Callaghan's arguments are presented with a strong and persuasive viewpoint, yet he incorporates a diversity of perspectives from his interviewees, ranging from economic thinkers and leaders to investors and educators. Together, these insights create a nuanced discussion that invites readers to contemplate the possibilities and strategies for a thriving, resilient economy.
This book is not just a manifesto for change but also a call to action, urging New Zealanders to envision and work towards a future where science and technology drive significant economic progress. Wool to Weta is an essential read for anyone interested in the future of New Zealand's economy, its cultural shifts, and the role of innovation in the global marketplace.
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ISBN: 9781869404383
Publisher: Auckland University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 January 2009
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Auckland University Press
Illustration: illustrations, portraits
Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly
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Weight: 250g
About the Author
Paul Callaghan was born in Wanganui, New Zealand. He obtained his Doctor of Philosophy degree from Oxford University, working in low temperature nuclear physics. On his return to New Zealand he began researching the applications of magnetic resonance to the study of soft matter at Massey University, and in 2001 was appointed Alan MacDiarmid Professor of Physical Sciences at Victoria University of Wellington. He also heads the multi-university MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology. Paul has published around 220 articles in scientific journals, as well as Principles of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Microscopy (Oxford University Press, 1994). In 2001 he became the 36th New Zealander to be made a Fellow of the Royal Society of London. He is a founding director of magritek, a small Wellington-based company that sells NMR (nuclear magnetic resonance) instruments.
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