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New Zealand’s first organisational theatre performance
Thursday, 19 January 2017, 1:59 pm | University of Auckland
On Saturday afternoon, a one-off show will be performed in Auckland. It will be theatre, but not as you know it. More >>
New regional rural doctor training for Whakatane
Wednesday, 18 January 2017, 11:22 am | University of Auckland
The first fifth year medical students in a new Regional-Rural Programme will soon be working at Whakatane Hospital and in local GP rooms. More >>
New startup to research novel cancer vaccines
Wednesday, 18 January 2017, 10:15 am | University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is partnering with an American drug development company to launch a biotech start-up that will research novel cancer vaccines. More >>
Taking on obesity with science and education
Wednesday, 11 January 2017, 11:14 am | University of Auckland
We all know simply telling teenagers what’s good for them seldom gets through (and the same goes for adults). That’s why a unique science education programme developed in New Zealand is giving teenagers the knowledge and tools to figure out for themselves ... More >>
The enduring appeal of vinyl in a digital age
Thursday, 5 January 2017, 11:46 am | University of Auckland
Not so long ago, records were the preserve of muso anoraks and hipsters. Now they’re back in big box. And, after almost flat-lining in 2006, last month vinyl sales outstripped digital music sales for the first time in the UK (though that’s partly because ... More >>
Gas heater link to child illness
Tuesday, 20 December 2016, 2:01 pm | University of Auckland
Gas heaters used for home heating have been found to increase the risk of respiratory illnesses in young children, according to the latest research from the University of Auckland. More >>
China beckons for environmental entrepreneur
Tuesday, 20 December 2016, 1:50 pm | University of Auckland
The founder of the Unmask Palm Oil campaign and recent University of Auckland Business graduate Ben Dowdle has been awarded a prestigious Schwarzman Scholarship to China. More >>
Mental health experience leads to Supreme Award
Monday, 19 December 2016, 10:23 am | University of Auckland
Supreme Award winner at the annual Attitude Awards this year was mental health awareness advocate and University of Auckland professional teaching fellow, Debra Lampshire. More >>
Better nutrition information for GPs
Monday, 19 December 2016, 10:09 am | University of Auckland
Improving the quality of nutrition information available to general practitioners for their patients, is the focus of a study funded by a new research fellowship. More >>
Improved care aim for older Pacific people study
Thursday, 15 December 2016, 12:57 pm | University of Auckland
A study to improve end-of-life care for older Pacific people will begin early next year at the University of Auckland as part of the Ageing Well, National Science Challenge. More >>
Time to scrap unfair spouse pension rule - experts
Thursday, 15 December 2016, 11:20 am | University of Auckland
A rule that means a person’s pension can be docked if their spouse gets an overseas pension is unfair and needs to go, say University of Auckland economists. More >>
Health and independence highlighted in ageing population
Thursday, 15 December 2016, 10:50 am | University of Auckland
University of Auckland - Media Release 15 December 2016 Health, independence and caregiving in advanced age are investigated in a major report released today that will assist policy and services on the health care impacts of population ageing in ... More >>
Fast-tracking English speaking skills for young learners
Monday, 12 December 2016, 2:47 pm | University of Auckland
The number of young children joining new entrant classes with poor skills in speaking English is a growing concern in primary schools all over New Zealand. More >>
International collaboration to lead robotics development
Monday, 12 December 2016, 1:00 pm | University of Auckland
Digital engineering and the human-machine interface is likely to benefit from a recent international collaboration on the interaction between soft materials and rigid robots at the University of Auckland. More >>
First clinical cancer trials research centre for NZ
Saturday, 10 December 2016, 3:26 pm | University of Auckland
New Zealand cancer patients will have greater access to new treatments through clinical trials, thanks to a major donation towards a new research unit which is the first step towards an Integrated Cancer Centre. The Centre is a joint initiative between ... More >>
New insights on limb evolution from Auckland
Monday, 5 December 2016, 11:58 am | University of Auckland
An Auckland medical scientist has contributed to a better understanding of the role of muscles in limb evolution from fish to land animals, in research published recently. More >>
Child resuscitation under scrutiny
Wednesday, 30 November 2016, 3:24 pm | University of Auckland
A new study to assess how surf lifeguards are doing with child resuscitation skills is underway in the north this summer. More >>
Training plus collaboration best mix for innovation
Tuesday, 29 November 2016, 12:17 pm | University of Auckland
Innovation is key to economic growth, but new research suggests a powerful innovation strategy for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) is being overlooked, underused and misunderstood. More >>
Blockchain rules: regulating a game-changing new technology
Monday, 28 November 2016, 1:06 pm | University of Auckland
Blockchain - the technology powering Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies - is poised to transform the way we buy things, do business, and many other areas of everyday life. As banks and governments around the world grapple with how to harness this ... More >>
University increases presence in China
Monday, 28 November 2016, 8:42 am | University of Auckland
The University of Auckland’s new Innovation Institute China (UAIIC) will provide unprecedented access to an extensive range of networks, research and funding opportunities in China. More >>
