Qualifications
BSc, MSc (Hons I), Dip. Tchg., PGDipSSER
Location
Christchurch
Contact Details
Biography
Alan's academic background was firstly in the earth sciences, emphasising geology, ecology and fluid dynamics; more recently, it has focussed on evaluation research. He has extensive experience in research administration and S & T programme evaluation, and is a member of the American Evaluation Association. He oversees NIWA's obligations to government funding agencies, as well as its responsibilities in undertaking research that will be of benefit to New Zealand.