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Colloquium to discuss Māori and Social Issues

Tuesday, 27 March 2012, 3:18 pm | Nga Pae o te Maramatanga

Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga (NPM) will hold a national colloquium on April 5th to discuss Māori and social issues research and policy needs and priorities, and the contribution research may make to address these issues. More >>

Architectural and planning issues to the fore

Tuesday, 20 March 2012, 10:52 am | University of Auckland

Internationally acclaimed architects, designers, writers, artists and curators feature in this year’s Communiqué Autumn Lecture Series at The University of Auckland. More >>

Sympathy at Tongan King's Death

Monday, 19 March 2012, 3:59 pm | University of Auckland

The University of Auckland has expressed its condolences at the death of King George Tupou V of Tonga. More >>

Southern link offers hope for endangered Maui’s dolphins

Wednesday, 14 March 2012, 10:16 am | University of Auckland

There are estimated to be just 55 adult and juvenile Maui’s dolphins according to a joint study by The University of Auckland, Department of Conservation and Oregon State University. With appropriate protections, however, there is reason to hope ... More >>

Acclaim for Eminent Graduates

Tuesday, 6 March 2012, 5:36 pm | University of Auckland

Six stellar graduates from The University of Auckland in fields ranging from astrophysics to the visual arts will be saluted at a gala dinner this coming Friday (9 March). More >>

Exploring the challenges of Auckland's water

Monday, 5 March 2012, 11:30 am | University of Auckland

A collective of artists, scientists, educators and environmental researchers seeking to raise awareness of water issues in Auckland City have created a unique interactive art event which will open to coincide with World Water Day. More >>

New Medical and Health Sciences Dean for Auckland

Wednesday, 29 February 2012, 4:24 pm | University of Auckland

After an international search, Professor John Fraser has been appointed as Dean of Medical and Health Sciences at The University of Auckland, becoming both the first alumnus and the first non-clinician to hold the position. More >>

Cloud changes may lower global temperature

Wednesday, 22 February 2012, 10:32 am | University of Auckland

Cloud changes may lower global temperature Research from The University of Auckland on changes in cloud height in the decade to 2010 has provided the first hint of a cooling mechanism that may be in play in the Earth’s climate. Published in the ... More >>

Programme benefiting parents with teenagers

Tuesday, 21 February 2012, 3:22 pm | University of Auckland

A free parenting programme run by The University of Auckland for parents who want to improve their relationship with their teen is getting the desired results. More >>

Whale researchers want speed restrictions in Hauraki Gulf

Monday, 20 February 2012, 1:10 pm | University of Auckland

Innovative research has revealed why Bryde’s whales are so vulnerable to being killed by ships in the Hauraki Gulf, and University of Auckland scientists Dr Rochelle Constantine and Dr Natacha Aguilar are calling for speed restrictions to protect ... More >>

$51 million student residence set to open

Wednesday, 15 February 2012, 11:03 am | University of Auckland

An ultra-modern hall of residence in Whitaker Place for 442 University of Auckland students opens this week. University Hall, with twin towers linked on a two-level podium, will boost fully catered accommodation at the University by 60 percent. More >>

Discovery of how infection triggers blood stem cell growth

Friday, 10 February 2012, 11:06 am | University of Auckland

Research at The University of Auckland has shed light on an area of medicine which has intrigued the international scientific community for decades. Scientists at the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences have identified a molecular mechanism which ... More >>

El Niño / La Niña to become more dominant

Monday, 6 February 2012, 9:14 am | University of Auckland

El Niño / La Niña to become more dominant in New Zealand with climate change More >>

Former South Australian Premier joins University of Auckland

Wednesday, 1 February 2012, 2:55 pm | University of Auckland

Mike Rann, one of Australia’s most experienced parliamentarians, has joined the Political Studies Department of The University of Auckland as Visiting Senior Research Fellow. More >>

What you think matters most when you’re ill

Wednesday, 1 February 2012, 1:42 pm | University of Auckland

What you think about your illness matters just as much, if not more, in determining your health according to a new report by researchers from The University of Auckland and King’s College London. More >>

University of Auckland: Eleven New Professors Appointed

Wednesday, 1 February 2012, 10:25 am | University of Auckland

Eleven associate professors at The University of Auckland have been promoted to professor. Promotion to professor is a mark of distinction, recognising professional and academic eminence at an international level. More >>

Honorary Degrees For Business Leaders

Monday, 30 January 2012, 1:22 pm | University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is bestowing honorary doctorates on two prominent New Zealand business figures, Hugh Fletcher and Owen G Glenn ONZM, in recognition of their major contributions to New Zealand and to the University’s well-being in ... More >>