Ways to work with BRANZ
Reach out when you need specialist research services you can trust. Whether you’re exploring a new idea, strengthening a funding bid or looking for independent evidence-based advice, we can support you in a range of ways:
- Collaborate on research projects and programmes (co-design, delivery and dissemination).
- Provide independent commissioned research and technical investigations for decision making or product development.
- Carry out peer review and technical review of research outputs.
- Offer expert media commentary on the topics that matter.
- Provide expert speakers for conferences, seminars and industry events.
- Join your research consortia to support funding applications (New Zealand and international).
International collaboration
BRANZ actively engages with our international peers in the research arena. BRANZ works across a number of International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB) working groups and holds ongoing collaborations with the Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics (Germany) and Cerama (France). BRANZ also contributes to a number of international standards.
Partnering on international consortia
Build BRANZ into your bid when you need a research partner and/or the use of our facilities and datasets connected to the New Zealand building sector, focused on measurable, real-world impact. We welcome approaches from international consortia for upcoming funding calls.
Membership of Horizon Europe
BRANZ participates in Horizon Europe research collaborations and can partner with international consortia on relevant funding opportunities. As an eligible organisation, registered as an Associated Country to Pillar 2, BRANZ can lead or join Horizon Europe project consortia.
Why partner with BRANZ
BRANZ offers trusted, independent research and expert advice that supports informed decision making and strengthens the case for funding. We have a proven history of successful collaborations with both New Zealand and international partners on successful research projects.
Collaboration sits at the heart of how we work with partners across the sector.
By bringing together the different voices and perspectives around this room, we can tackle the complex challenges we face. Collaboration is our strength, and it’s through this collective effort that we will drive meaningful progress.
Take the next step
Choose the option that best matches what you need:
- Ready to collaborate on a research project? Talk to us about co-design and co-delivering research with a clear pathway to impact. Get in touch
- Want R&D support for a new product? Check out our product testing
- Need to fill a research gap? Read about our research capabilities
- Looking for a peer reviewer or a conference speaker? Find an expert