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The past decade has seen a dramatic increase in the number of space launches and objects now in orbit around our planet. New Astronautics businesses are disrupting away from traditional business models and modes of operations, whilst taking on the industry’s growing challenges of sustainability and cost management.

EMROD is researching, developing, and implementing cutting-edge long-range wireless power transfer technology. They have developed a proprietary system for safely sending large amounts of power over long distances using microwave energy - also known as power-beaming. Their technology has the potential to revolutionise power grids globally, connect locations that were previously possible to reach, and provide power on the go.

The development of AI for real-time flood forecasting represents a transformative leap in disaster preparedness and response in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Toku Eyes have developed MyKidneyAI, a platform that detects CKD using AI to interpret retinal images taken during routine eye exams. This non-invasive approach dramatically reduces patient discomfort and encourages earlier testing. This more affordable and community-focused approach contributes toward equitable healthcare delivery globally.

Callaghan Innovation is making its new AI Tools Policy available to private and public organisations seeking to front-foot the responsible use of AI tools in their workplaces.

Astrix Astronautics’s unique inflatable solar array deployment systems significantly reduce the cost and complexity of powering spacecraft while having a perfect footprint for these smaller satellites. This revolutionary system opens new opportunities for the space industry, not only providing lower-cost, high-performance solutions for satellite operators but opening up opportunities for a range of other space structures such as radiators, Antenna, heat shields and drag sails.

Callaghan Innovation and Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research are digging into artificial intelligence to develop a tool to help scientists uncover a treasure trove of soil research insights.

Callaghan Innovation is supporting the development of international AI standards to enable more Kiwi businesses to make the most of this transformative technology.

Callaghan Innovation is proud to once again sponsor the Hi-Tech award, Kamupene Māori o te Tau – Māori Company of the Year.

Zincovery has pioneered a recycling solution that reduces emissions by up to 95% and processing costs by 45%. The end output is a 100% recycled, low carbon and high purity zinc product that’s currently not available despite customer demand. Plus, the process also generates a highly valuable, low-impact black iron oxide pigment as a co-product.

Welcome to this first-ever podcast edition of the Callaghan Innovation Annual Report. This episode covers our Annual Report for 2023/24 and was generated using AI.

Humble Brag 002: In this second instalment of the Humble Brag series, we continue our CEO Stefan Korn's dialogue with trailblazing New Zealand innovators who have already had massive global impact but are continuing to innovate in new areas.