• New Zealand Regions
      • Hawke's Bay
      • Bay of Plenty
      • Waikato
      • Whanganui
      • Manawatu
      • Northland
      • Auckland
      • Gisborne
      • Taranaki
      • Wellington
      • West Coast
      • Nelson
      • Canterbury
      • Otago
      • Marlborough
      • Southland
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      Hawke's Bay

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      Beaches, wineries and Art Deco. The Hawke's Bay has a diverse economy, including business services that support its sectors to be the second largest contributor to regional GDP in the country. A popular tourist destination, the region has some of the countries best restaurants as well as stunning scenery, markets and festivals.

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      Bay of Plenty

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      The Bay of Plenty is officially New Zealand's sunniest destination, enjoying short-lived winters and long summer days. The Region offers some of the country's most spectacular views and many ways to enjoy the pristine scenery and natural wonders. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Bay's Māori heritage and pre-European roots.

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      Waikato

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      The Waikato is known for its rolling plains, fertile land and the mighty Waikato River. The region is the fourth largest regional economy in New Zealand, with a strong focus on primary production and associated manufacturing.

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      Whanganui

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      Welcome to Whanganui. This is our place; where history is full of stories, legends and rich legacy. Where a thriving arts scene, creativity and evolving culture inspire our modern lives. Where breath-taking natural landscapes capture imaginations at every turn.

      Manawatu

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      Located in the lower North Island, Manawatu is heartland New Zealand, offering an authentic Kiwi experience.

      The main in the region are Palmerston North, most notable for Massey University. Palmerston has a vibrant, arts and culture scene.

      The region's economy is based on food production and processing, research and education. The region is also home for the New Zealand defence force.

      Northland

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      Northland was originally home to some of our country's first human inhabitants. Today, it is one of the fastest growing regions in New Zealand and home to nearly 189,000 people. Rich in culture and history, the region boasts a stunning natural environment.

      Auckland

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      Auckland Region stretches from the the beaches of the Pacific Ocean in the east to the expansive beaches of the rugged west coast of the Tasman Sea. Auckland City, the largest urban area in New Zealand is considered the main economic center of New Zealand and a popular destination for international students and travellers.

      Gisborne

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      Gisborne is a Region on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It's known for wineries and surf beaches such as Makorori. The region has maintained a strong Maori heritage. The region's economy is made up mainly of agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

      Taranaki

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      Taranaki is a coastal and mountainous region on the western side of New Zealand's North Island. Its landscape is dominated by Mount Taranaki, its namesake volcano, which lies within the rainforested Egmont National Park.

      The port city of New Plymouth is the area's cultural and commercial hub. Taranaki's economy is diverse and includes dairy, oil and gas. The region is the highest contributor or national GDP per capita. 

      Wellington

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      The Wellington Region covers Wellington city in the south, Upper and Lower Hutt valleys to the north-east, and Porirua to the north-west. The region takes its name from Wellington, New Zealand's capital city.

      Wellington is famous for its arts and culture scene and is also the centre of New Zealand's film industry.

      West Coast

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      The West Coast, or as some locals call it, the "Wild West", is a long thin region that runs down the South Island's west coast.

      The region has the lowest population in all of New Zealand. It is famous for its rugged natural scenery such as the Pancake Rocks, the Blue Pools of Haast, and the glaciers.

      The main industries in the region are dairy farming and mining. Tourism also plays an important role.

      Nelson – Tasman

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      Nelson Tasman is an extraordinary, vibrant region where art and businesses thrive together among a stunning natural landscape. With one in five people internationally born, Nelson Tasman has 48 different cultures living in its environs.

      The region prides its self on being New Zealand’s leading Research and Development areas, with the highest proportion of people working in the research, science and tech sectors out of anywhere in New Zealand.

      Canterbury

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      Canterbury is a region on New Zealand’s South Island marked by grassy plains, clear lakes and snow-capped mountains. Its largest city, Christchurch, is famed for its art scene and green spaces.

      Otago

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      There are few places in the world which will leave you with a lasting sense of difference. Central Otago is undoubtedly one of them from its landscapes, its seasons, its people, its products and experiences.

      Marlborough

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      Marlborough Region is on the north-eastern corner of the South Island. The region is well known for its winemaking industry, and the Marlborough Sounds, an extensive network of coastal waterways, peninsulas and islands.

      Apart from the wine industry, aquaculture, agriculture and tourism play an important role in the local economy.

      Southland

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      Southland is New Zealand’s most southerly region and includes the World Heritage ranked Fiordland National Park.

      The region's only city Invercargill offers a relaxed pace of life with wide streets, little traffic, spacious parks and gardens, striking Victorian and Edwardian architecture and impressive sporting facilities including New Zealand’s first indoor velodrome. Southland's location is such that views of Aurora Australis or the Southern Lights are common.

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사자처럼 점프하는 거미를 연구하기 위한 135만 달러 보조금

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캔터베리 대학교 (University of Canterbury) 의 한 교수는 점핑 거미의 사냥 행동에 대한 획기적인 연구를 수행하는 글로벌 팀의 일원입니다.생물과학부 부학장인 시메나 넬슨 (Ximena Nelson) 교수는 국제 휴먼 프론티어 사이언스 프로그램 (Human Frontier Science Program) 으로부터 자금을 지원받은 몇 안 되는 뉴질랜드 연구자 중 한 명입니다.

지난 3년간 135만 달러의 연구비가 지원된 이번 연구에서는 포티아 점핑 거미의 고양이 같은 사냥 전략을 살펴볼 것입니다.열대 우림에서 발견되는 이 거미는 다른 거미를 잡아먹으며 대형 포식자와 마찬가지로 먹이를 잡기 위해 긴 경로를 거치는 경우가 많습니다.

넬슨 교수는 “포티아 거미는 먹이를 관찰하고 주변 환경을 살피는 데 많은 시간을 보냅니다. 마치 아프리카 사바나의 사자가 기습 공격을 위해 영양 위로 천천히 기어올라오는 것과 같습니다”라고 설명합니다.이는 거미가 다양한 옵션에 따른 위험과 보상을 평가하고 조치를 취하기 전에 계획을 세운다는 것을 의미합니다.

새로운 연구는 좋은 시력이나 거미가 서식하는 서식지 유형 등 이러한 계획 행동에 어떤 영향을 미치는지 조사하는 첫 번째 연구가 될 것입니다.흥미롭게도, 포르티아 거미는 몸집이 100배 이상 작지만 치타보다 시력이 더 좋습니다.

이 연구는 또한 뇌가 큰 포유류와 조류뿐만 아니라 인간의 뇌보다 신경세포 수가 100만 배 미만인 포티아 거미처럼 뇌가 작은 작은 생물에서도 계획이 가능한지를 테스트할 것입니다.

“우리의 발견은 우주 임무에 사용되는 것과 같이 동력이 제한된 기계에서 인공 계획 시스템을 만드는 알고리즘을 개발하는 데 도움이 될 수 있다는 점에서 의미가 있을 수 있습니다.이는 인공 지능에 영향을 미칠 수 있습니다.” 라고 넬슨 교수는 말합니다.

그녀는 미국 존스 홉킨스 대학교와 노스웨스턴 대학교, 중국 후베이 대학교의 연구원들과 함께 일하고 있습니다.이 프로젝트는 현장 조사, 실험실 작업, 로봇 개발 및 컴퓨터 시뮬레이션을 결합할 것입니다.

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