We are the Waikato's engine room for new knowledge, the centre of a network of research institutions and industry in our region. Our research supports social development, economic progress, and environmental sustainability in New Zealand and the world beyond.

Significant funding boost for University of Waikato research
The University of Waikato has achieved significant results in the latest funding round from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Endeavour Fund. One research programme, and six Smart Ideas projects have been awarded grants through the highly contested fund.