Volcanic interests of the Wairakei Research Centre (WRC) cover the Kermadec Islands, Auckland, Taupo Volcanic Zone (White Island, Okataina, Maroa, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro centres), Taranaki and Antarctica. Volcano observations are conducted in conjunction with normal geological duties which also include geothermal studies.
The Crown Research Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences Ltd (IGNS) replaces the Geology and Geophysics division of New Zealand Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR). Volcano investigations from Wairakei are frequently carried out in conjuction with staff of other Crown Research Institutes and Universities.
For details about the monitoring equipment of WRC, how it is deployed, recent publications, and studies at specific volcanoes visit the WOVO Directory.
Contact information:
Wairakei Research Centre Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences Ltd Private Bag 2000 Taupo New Zealand Telephone: (64) 7 374 8211 Telefax: (64) 7 374 8119 Contact: Dr. I.A. Nairn
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