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Gonorrhoea treatment reaching crisis point
Wednesday, 7 June 2017, 10:28 am | Massey University
The threat of increased antibiotic resistance is often in the headlines. Now two Massey University researchers argue that in the case of sexually-transmitted gonorrhoea, this is inevitable, and we had better figure out what to do after the antibiotics ... More >>
Vulnerable, marginal – helpful labels?
Tuesday, 6 June 2017, 1:23 pm | Massey University
How do social, health and other government services define people as ‘vulnerable’ and ‘marginal’, and are these labels helpful or meaningful? More >>
Career planning will be critical in the age of automation
Tuesday, 6 June 2017, 11:29 am | Massey University
Most New Zealanders are still confident their jobs will be safe from advances in technology over the next decade, according to the latest findings of an ongoing research project into attitudes around the future of work. More >>
College of Health joins RHAANZ
Tuesday, 6 June 2017, 11:20 am | Massey University
Massey University’s College of Health has joined the Rural Health Alliance Aotearoa New Zealand (RHAANZ), with College Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Jane Mills elected to its Council. More >>
Chinese showing leadership on Polar regions
Monday, 5 June 2017, 7:25 pm | Massey University
China is trying to develop a more positive image as a leader in environmental issues, including in Antarctica and the polar regions, says Dr Marc Lanteigne, a Massey University expert on China, Antarctica and Polar Regions. More >>
Geographer’s ‘foot’ notes on WWI Battle of Messines
Friday, 2 June 2017, 3:18 pm | Massey University
The discovery of an Anzac soldier’s boots and foot bones six years ago at the WWI Battle of Messines site in Belgium inspired a Massey University academic to learn more about a slice of military history he says has been overlooked in modern times. More >>
Inductees to join illustrious alumni in Hall of Fame
Wednesday, 31 May 2017, 11:55 am | Massey University
Four more illustrious alumni will be inducted into the College of Creative Arts Hall of Fame at Massey University later this week. More >>
It’s just another day for smokers
Wednesday, 31 May 2017, 11:53 am | Massey University
It can be confusing keeping up with what colour t-shirt, socks or nose you’re supposed to put on in the morning if you’re a health worker. Last Friday was Pink Shirt Day raising awareness about the damaging effects of bullying. This time last year ... More >>
Identifying gaps in the care of Māori cancer patients
Wednesday, 31 May 2017, 11:18 am | Massey University
Primary care is pivotal in cancer prevention, detection and access to treatment and supportive care, but what about reducing inequalities between Māori and non-Maori patients? More >>
Immigration and the future in super-diverse Auckland
Tuesday, 30 May 2017, 2:46 pm | Massey University
What does it mean to live in a rapidly growing, super-diverse city where 40 per cent of residents were born overseas while others are more at home with the time when diversity was negligible? More >>
Cannabis harm prevention message a must - study
Monday, 29 May 2017, 11:22 am | Massey University
Government, police and health agencies need clear guidelines for public campaigns on preventing harm from cannabis use, according to new research from Massey University. More >>
Fellowship caps PhD graduation celebrations
Wednesday, 24 May 2017, 12:28 pm | Massey University
It will be a double celebration for emergency management specialist Sara McBride who is conferred with her doctorate at Massey University Graduation ceremonies in Wellington on Thursday. More >>
Navigating the complex world of sex for Sāmoan youth
Tuesday, 23 May 2017, 3:39 pm | Massey University
Sexual health is not an easy conversation topic in any culture but a new study by Massey University is urging those working with Pasifika youth to recognise the complex cultural contexts they live in to ensure the message gets through. More >>
Doctoral research informed by global and local crisis
Tuesday, 23 May 2017, 11:27 am | Massey University
Clinical psychologist Maureen Mooney has confronted crisis situations all over the world but returned to Christchurch to complete her PhD researching children’s behaviour in the aftermath of the Canterbury earthquakes. More >>
Lecture explores trust in an age of political discontent
Tuesday, 23 May 2017, 10:41 am | Massey University
As New Zealand moves closer to its general election in September, many are asking if the wave of political discontent seen overseas will also play out here. More >>
Health researcher awarded HRC grant
Monday, 22 May 2017, 12:36 pm | Massey University
Dr Kathryn Beck from Massey University’s School of Food and Nutrition has been awarded nearly $250,000 from the Health Research Council of New Zealand to find out how diet and lifestyle patterns affect older people. More >>
Massey-China language centre boosts Mandarin momentum
Thursday, 18 May 2017, 4:46 pm | Massey University
The development of innovative online Chinese language programmes for learners across the Pacific region is at the heart of a new partnership between Massey University and Beijing Language and Culture University. More >>
Massey helps transform education in remote Tokelau
Tuesday, 16 May 2017, 3:21 pm | Massey University
Massey University researchers are helping to modernise education on one of the planet’s remotest places. More >>
Self-care for nurses a must
Tuesday, 16 May 2017, 11:43 am | Massey University
Recent media on wellbeing, and health and safety in the workplace has highlighted the need to acknowledge and address unhealthy stress and the potential for emotional exhaustion in the nursing workforce, according to mental health researcher Dr Stacey ... More >>
Taking a novel approach to vaccine development
Monday, 15 May 2017, 12:22 pm | Massey University
Vaccination is the most effective way to control infectious diseases, and has reduced or eradicated numerous diseases in both humans and animals. However, despite this success, there is a growing need for new and innovative vaccines to combat old and ... More >>
