John Kean

Senior Scientist

I am a sixth generation New Zealander, descended from British immigrants arriving on Saghalien (1847), Cressy (1850) and Lady Nugent (1851). I was raised at the foot of Maukatere / Mt Grey in North Canterbury but now live in the Bay of Plenty.

As a population ecologist, my research focuses on strengthening New Zealand's biosecurity systems against invasive pests and pathogens. I am proud that my work helps enable our unique species, environments, communities and industries to grow and thrive.

Qualifications

Bachelors with Honours, Biological Science, Lincoln University, 1993
Doctorate, Biological Science, Lincoln University, 1999

Contact

White Paper

A framework for the future: Investing in animal biosecurity research

This paper articulates a vision for “a world-class animal biosecurity system for Aotearoa New Zealand, in which all stakeholders are aware of the high value of biosecurity to the health of the national herd/flock and our wildlife, to our ability to access international markets, and to the economy as a whole”.