PHF Science

PHF Science (the New Zealand Institute for Public Health and Forensic Science) is a New Zealand Government-owned research organisation delivering world-class research, knowledge and laboratory services. Our science powers solutions to complex challenges, protecting communities and supporting New Zealand to prosper and grow.

Our work helps safeguard public health, protect the food-based economy, improve the safety of freshwater and groundwater, and provides the justice sector with trusted forensic science expertise.

Note PHF Science was formerly known as ESR.