With humanities and social sciences removed from the "blue-skies" research fund, many Māori-led research projects will no longer be funded. "Core" scientists have also voiced opposition to the move, despite the fact that most of them will see increased funding opportunities from it. The Science| www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz
Humanities and social science funding has been cut from the Marsden Fund, the main fund for 'blue-skies' research in Aotearoa New Zealand. The areas that have been cut include research in subjects like nursing, law, and archaeology. The Science Media Centre asked experts to comment. Profe| www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz