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Auckland University Faculty Takes On Dementia Friendly Challenge
Wednesday, 16 October 2024, 12:03 pm | University of Auckland
‘Working To Be Dementia Friendly’ is a category of Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friendly Recognition Programme (DFRP), which formally recognises businesses and organisations that become accessible to people experiencing dementia. More >>
How Can Governments Better Support Migrants?
Tuesday, 15 October 2024, 8:56 am | University of Auckland
A new paper published in the Journal of Political Economy: Microeconomics by University of Auckland researchers Dr Chanelle Duley and Professor Prasanna Gai offers insights into how policymakers can better support migrants and society as a whole. More >>
Super-sized Risk Of Heart Disease
Thursday, 10 October 2024, 4:22 pm | University of Auckland
New Zealand adults are eating, on average, far more salt daily than international recommendations; but, takeaways frequently do not display salt content. More >>
Do Investors Trust AI For Stock Market Predictions?
Wednesday, 9 October 2024, 2:53 pm | University of Auckland
The study, which involved 3,600 US participants, examined responses to S&P 500 stock predictions made by human analysts, AI systems and a combination of both. More >>
University Of Auckland In Top 8 Percent In 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Wednesday, 9 October 2024, 1:20 pm | University of Auckland
There were 2,092 global institutions ranked this year, up 185 from the 1,907 the previous year. But Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland now sits in the top 7.3 percent of universities in the world, up slightly from being in the top 7.9 percent ... More >>
Māori And Indigenous PhD Scholars Gather At University Of Auckland
Monday, 7 October 2024, 11:23 am | Nga Pae o te Maramatanga
The tauira have travelled from all over Aotearoa, as well as from around the Pacific and Australia to attend the MAI Te Kupenga Hui-a-Tau. The annual hui creates the opportunity for candidates to present their PhD research as well as make connections ... More >>
Research Symposium Celebrates Niue’s 50th Anniversary
Wednesday, 2 October 2024, 7:44 pm | University of Auckland
The symposium aims to establish a network of professionals and academic students. It will also highlight Pacific-led research undertaken by Niue academics; showcase the Niue diaspora’s success throughout a range of industries including healthcare, ... More >>
Research Targets End-of-life Decision Making
Wednesday, 25 September 2024, 12:03 pm | University of Auckland
Led by University of Auckland Associate Professor Julie Harrison, the study aims to help older people, their families and clinicians make informed decisions about interventions like surgery or extended hospital stays. More >>
Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Jemaima Tiatia-Siau Delivers Inaugural Lecture Marking Rise To The Top
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 8:34 pm | University of Auckland
The University of Auckland’s first female Pro Vice-Chancellor Pacific shared with the audience gathered at the Fale Pasifika on 13 September A Voyage of Resilience: Navigating Mental Health, Wellbeing, Heritage, and Academia. More >>
Government Extends Funding For Growing Up In New Zealand
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 11:04 am | University of Auckland
The Growing Up in New Zealand (GUiNZ) study, a comprehensive longitudinal research project that has tracked the lives of more than 6,000 young New Zealanders since 2009, has secured further government funding to continue its work. More >>
#MentalHealth: Study Explores Social Media's Role During Pandemic
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 10:15 am | University of Auckland
In light of Mental Health Awareness week from 23-29 September, a new study offers insight into how social media became a lifeline for mental health-related conversations during the pandemic. More >>
Genetic Testing Provides Answers For Autistic New Zealanders
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 6:27 am | University of Auckland
More than 100 genes are known to cause autism, and scientists are assessing hundreds more as potentially being involved. A genetic cause for autism cannot always be found, but in a substantial percentage of individuals it can be. More >>
Pro Vice-Chancellor Pacific Prof Jemaima Tiatia-Siau To Give Inaugural Lecture
Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:26 am | University of Auckland
Professor Jemaima Tiatia-Siau will present her inaugural lecture on resilience and mental health at the University of Auckland, celebrating her family's legacy and Pacific academic success. More >>
Moko Kauae Dissertation Earns First Class Honours
Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:18 am | University of Auckland
Mia-Mae Taitimu-Stevens graduates with First Class Honours in Indigenous Studies, highlighting moko kauae's significance and advocating for Indigenous rights during her ceremony. More >>
University Of Auckland’s UniServices CE To Retire
Monday, 16 September 2024, 1:50 am | University of Auckland
After 12-years of dedicated service and passion for research, UniServices CE Dr Andy Shenk is retiring. More >>
Graduate Champions Climate Justice In World’s Highest Court
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 11:17 pm | University of Auckland
Auckland Law School’s Justin Sobion, who graduated with his PhD this week, will be fighting for climate justice in the world’s highest court this December. More >>
Greenwashing Widespread On Seafood Labels, Study Finds
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 11:14 pm | University of Auckland
Most environmental claims on seafood labels found in major New Zealand supermarkets are vague and ambiguous, according to a new study. More >>
Paying With Your Face: Ready Or Not?
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 11:04 pm | University of Auckland
Are customers ready to embrace facial recognition payment technology? A new study explores. More >>
University Of Auckland And Cook Islands Government Explore Future Prospects
Saturday, 14 September 2024, 6:20 am | University of Auckland
Future prospects for educational opportunities and Pacific-led research across a range of disciplines are part of the discussion. More >>
Waipapa Taumata Rau | University Of Auckland Acknowledges Passing Of Māori King
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:17 pm | University of Auckland
Many of us will mourn his death, and will no doubt take the opportunity to attend his tangi, and the enthronement of his successor. More >>
