Sue Zydenbos
Māori Research & Partnerships Leader and Science Objective Champion
I grew up on a hill country sheep farm, and at Lincoln Uni gained B Agric Sci (Hons Plant Science) and PhD (Animal Biochemistry). My research has included grazed pasture dynamics, molecular regulation of sheep growth, gene expression in deer antler, insect pest biology and biopesticide development. I currently work with Māori partners to help them achieve aspirations for whenua and whānau. I am Team Leader Māori Research & Partnerships and oversee the “Future Farming Systems” Research Priority.
Qualifications
- Doctorate, Agricultural Science, Lincoln University, 1990
- Bachelors with Honours, Agricultural Science, Lincoln University, 1983