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Native birds feel no fear when facing foes
Wednesday, 17 December 2008, 10:13 am | Massey University
Endangered native birds are at risk of losing their instinct to recognise and flee mammalian enemies when moved between predator-free and predator-filled sites, says a Massey researcher. More >>
Urgent need to tackle Fiji poverty
Tuesday, 16 December 2008, 12:57 pm | Massey University
Poverty reduction measures must be undertaken in Fiji before things deteriorate to a point of no return, a University economist is warning. More >>
Scholarship programme supports Maori mental health
Tuesday, 9 December 2008, 11:13 am | Massey University
A desire to contribute to Maori mental health has seen Sharran Smith (Ngati Rauru) awarded the inaugural Te Manawaroatanga Te Rau Puawai scholarship at a ceremony in Palmerston North. More >>
New Chancellor elected to University Council
Friday, 5 December 2008, 3:43 pm | Massey University
Wellington company director Dr Russell Ballard has been elected to replace Nigel Gould as University Chancellor. More >>
Salmon beats fish oil pills for omega-3, selenium
Friday, 5 December 2008, 10:29 am | Massey University
Swallowing fish oil capsules for brain boosting, health-promoting omega-3 may be just as effective as tucking into a fillet of salmon. But if you want a dose of selenium as well – an element many New Zealanders are lacking – then go for the salmon ... More >>
New MPs in for emotional rollercoaster
Thursday, 4 December 2008, 9:55 am | Massey University
A daunting emotional journey awaits new MPs when the 49th New Zealand parliament sits for the first time next week, according to a Massey researcher. More >>
Unravelling the mystery of mechatronics
Monday, 1 December 2008, 12:16 pm | Massey University
Futuristic projects such as a glamorous desktop personal assistant called Nicole, who can help with tasks around the office, will come under the spotlight at a conference at the Albany campus this week. More >>
Long road to world cup glory
Monday, 24 November 2008, 2:02 pm | Massey University
The New Zealand rugby league team are world champions after the weekend’s historic win over Australia but the road to that pinnacle has been anything but smooth, according to Bill Greenwood. More >>
Designer finds comfort and style
Wednesday, 12 November 2008, 10:46 am | Massey University
Tired of coming home from a night on the town with sore feet, design student Aimie Whiting decided to do something about it. Point of Difference is the result – cushioned high-heeled shoes designed with comfort as well as style in mind. More >>
Rutherford Medal for University biophysicist
Wednesday, 12 November 2008, 9:40 am | Massey University
Distinguished Professor David Parry is this year’s recipient of New Zealand’s top science honour, the Rutherford Medal. Former Head of the Institute of Fundamental Sciences and a Fellow of the Royal Society of New Zealand, Professor Parry is a world-renowned ... More >>
From the frontline of the US presidential race
Thursday, 6 November 2008, 1:10 pm | Massey University
Dr Brian McDonnell is on a Fulbright Visiting Lectureship teaching New Zealand Studies (film and literature) at Georgetown University, Washington. This is his first-hand account of the US election. More >>
Gastro outbreak confirmed as Norovirus
Wednesday, 5 November 2008, 5:01 pm | Massey University
Laboratory tests have confirmed that the gastroenteritis outbreak that has affected about 160 students at the Manawatu campus is a Norovirus. More >>
Weight fixation sends unhealthy messages
Wednesday, 5 November 2008, 1:24 pm | Massey University
Making assumptions of health based on a person’s weight is faulty, and misinformation is putting people’s physical and emotional well-being at risk, says College of Education researcher and lecturer in human development Dr Cat Pausé. More >>
Only one new gastro case reported
Tuesday, 4 November 2008, 4:37 pm | Massey University
Only one new case of gastroenteritis has been reported at Massey’s Manawatu campus in the past 24 hours. Staff are increasingly optimistic the outbreak is under control, but the additional measures including extra cleaning, hand sanitisers and wipes and ... More >>
Gastro bug appears in retreat
Monday, 3 November 2008, 2:28 pm | Massey University
A few new cases of gastroenteritis have come to light this morning but staff are optimistic that infection levels from the bug that has affected 150 students at Massey’s Manawatu Campus are down in response to the measures put in place. More >>
Gastro bug appears to be under control
Sunday, 2 November 2008, 1:44 pm | Massey University
Measures enacted yesterday to combat an outbreak of gastroenteritis at Massey University’s Manawatu Campus appear to be working. More >>
Gastro care plan implemented
Friday, 31 October 2008, 4:25 pm | Massey University
A comprehensive plan has been put into action to combat an outbreak of gastroenteritis affecting students at Massey University’s Manawatu Campus. More >>
Massey student takes prestigious Zonta scholarship
Friday, 31 October 2008, 4:06 pm | Massey University
Fourth-year business and science student Genevieve Cooper is the recipient of this year’s Zonta International Jane M Klausman Women in Business Scholarship. More >>
Vice-Chancellor to receive Wellington welcome
Thursday, 30 October 2008, 1:41 pm | Massey University
Vice-Chancellor Steve Maharey will be welcomed to the Wellington campus tomorrow (Friday) at Kuratini Marae. More >>
Researcher begins major retirement study
Tuesday, 28 October 2008, 4:43 pm | Massey University
A Massey University PhD student is beginning research that will shape social policy aimed at improving the lives of the next generation of retirees. More >>
