by George | Sep 11, 2023 | From the OPMCSA, Internships
One of the pleasures of working in the Office of the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor is getting involved with the interns on their projects. The projects provide opportunities for the interns to apply their knowledge in a policy area, build their skills and...
by juliet | Aug 31, 2023 | From the OPMCSA
We’re excited to offer an opportunity for researchers and policymakers to connect in an informal workshop setting. The focal point of these events is to bridge the gap between evidence and policy by cultivating robust relationships and fostering enduring...
by juliet | Aug 9, 2023 | From the OPMCSA
Our fifth annual report, Mahi Tahi 5, is now at the printers. If you would like a hard copy, please get in touch. Download Mahi Tahi 5 here You can read Juliet’s foreword below: Tēnā koutou katoa, ngā mihi o te wā ki a tātou. Ahakoa ngā ārai, ahakoa ngā aupiki...
by juliet | Aug 4, 2023 | From the OPMCSA
In a December 2022 blog post, I reflected on the pathway from science advice to implementation of science-based recommendations that arise from commissioned reports from our office. Not all our advice is commissioned – sometimes the science community proactively...
by Rebecca | Jul 13, 2023 | From the OPMCSA
AI (artificial intelligence) regulation is a hot topic internationally. Leaders of some of the big players in the AI world are signing open letters and talking to politicians and journalists about the need to regulate AI to prevent serious harms. In this blog, we...
by juliet | Jun 6, 2023 | From the OPMCSA
After several years of interacting with the international community remotely, it has been great to be able to connect in person again. This year the (fully vaccinated!) team have been making the most of the opportunity to travel and learn from colleagues in other...
