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How temperature affects our response to advertising
Friday, 25 May 2018, 10:08 am | Massey University
We often say that love “warms” our hearts, or fear “gives us the shivers”, but the connection between emotions and physical temperature is closer than you might think. More >>
New study aims to understand workplace wellbeing
Thursday, 24 May 2018, 10:20 am | Massey University
Massey University’s Healthy Work Group has launched a new research project to comprehensively measure the relationship between working conditions and stress-related illness in New Zealand. More >>
Massey MoshPit sound and light show at LUX
Friday, 18 May 2018, 4:45 pm | Massey University
Mashed up images collide with a stunning soundscape when the Massey MoshPit, the University’s flagship contribition to LUX, opens at the illuminating annual light festival on the Wellington waterfront tonight. More >>
Researcher to investigate the impact of sleep on dementia
Thursday, 17 May 2018, 1:50 pm | Massey University
Understanding the role of sleep with ageing is becoming increasingly important. Life expectancy is increasing and with it the prevalence of sleep problems, which can negatively impact waking function, physical and mental health, healthcare usage and ... More >>
Qantas partnership gives Massey students a flying start
Wednesday, 16 May 2018, 12:32 pm | Massey University
Students at Massey University’s School of Aviation will be offered a pathway to fly for Jetstar New Zealand, thanks to a new partnership announced today. More >>
Crazy, creative clusters light up LUX
Wednesday, 16 May 2018, 12:12 pm | Massey University
While it doesn’t move as fast as the speed of light, fashion design student Kate Jones’ entertaining exhibit at the LUX light festival is set to be a crazily active as well as illuminating feature of the annual event. More >>
Collaboration key to achieving Sustainable Development Goals
Thursday, 10 May 2018, 10:57 am | Massey University
The United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals were created to address major global issues, including poverty, health, education, climate change, gender equality and social justice – and if they are to be achieved, the private sector has a key ... More >>
College of Creative Arts shines light on LUX
Tuesday, 8 May 2018, 2:11 pm | Massey University
In 10 days the Wellington waterfront will be brilliantly illuminated with events and exhibits celebrating the LUX Light Festival. More >>
Plant power protects young asthmatics
Tuesday, 8 May 2018, 10:20 am | Massey University
A study of almost 50,000 New Zealand children has found exposure to green natural environments, and especially diverse vegetation, may protect against asthma. More >>
Exploring dietary patterns in older adults
Tuesday, 1 May 2018, 1:44 pm | Massey University
The New Zealand population is ageing, with 21 per cent expected to be aged over 65 years by 2031. Optimising cognitive function for as long as possible is critical for successful ageing, and while research looks at dietary intake and lifestyle factors ... More >>
NZ gift to royal baby woven by textile design graduate
Friday, 27 April 2018, 10:13 am | Massey University
One of three main gifts sent by the New Zealand government to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge following the birth of the royal prince is a woollen blanket woven by College of Creative Arts textile design graduate Christine Brimer. More >>
Study shows nurses face cyberbullying as well
Thursday, 26 April 2018, 10:43 am | Massey University
As nurses rally for better pay and working conditions around the country, new research by a Massey University PhD graduate highlights the growing problem of cyberbullying in the sector. More >>
Focus of Photival festival on Wellington campus
Tuesday, 24 April 2018, 11:55 am | Massey University
Photo manipulation in the age of fake news is among hot topics on the agenda at the social documentary photography festival Photival, co-hosted at Massey’s College of Creative Arts in Wellington from April 26-29. More >>
Top prize to Massey historian for King Country saga
Monday, 23 April 2018, 4:00 pm | Massey University
A book on race relations in 19th century King Country has won Massey University historian Professor Michael Belgrave the prestigious 2018 Ernest Scott Prize for the best Australasian history publication. More >>
High risk of malnutrition in older people
Monday, 23 April 2018, 11:25 am | Massey University
Almost 75 per cent of older adults involved in a recent Massey University study were at risk of malnourishment, or were malnourished, when they were admitted to hospital. More >>
Meeting the health needs in rural communities
Friday, 20 April 2018, 9:53 am | Massey University
New Zealand has more people living with long-term health conditions, an increasing older population and health inequalities that continue to persist, particularly for Māori and poorer communities. But despite the declining rural medical workforce, ... More >>
The highs and lows of the Psychoactive Substances Act
Thursday, 19 April 2018, 11:54 am | Massey University
In July 2013, the Government implemented the Psychoactive Substances Act (PSA) in response to the prolific use of so-called “legal highs” in New Zealand. More >>
Education leader on taskforce to review schools
Wednesday, 18 April 2018, 3:04 pm | Massey University
A Massey education leader who is passionate about the need for equity in education has been appointed to a government taskforce to undertake the biggest review in 30 years of the way our schools are governed, managed and administered. More >>
Local history tells a bigger story – Whanganui series
Friday, 13 April 2018, 3:42 pm | Massey University
New Zealand soldiers – from heroes to conmen – who served in other countries’ armies during WWI is the topic of a public history seminar next week by Professor Glyn Harper. More >>
Home affordability fluctuates across the country
Friday, 13 April 2018, 9:34 am | Massey University
The lastest Massey University Home Affordability Report shows mixed results, with improvements in affordability for all regions except Northland, Hawke’s Bay and Central Otago Lakes in the most recent quarter. More >>
