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University of Auckland celebrates Marsden fund success
Thursday, 3 November 2016, 1:34 pm | University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is celebrating the success of 38 of its researchers and research groups whose projects have won $20.6 million in the Marsden Fund round, representing the best ever result for the University. More >>
Auckland Pacific health initiatives gain research funding
Wednesday, 2 November 2016, 10:48 am | University of Auckland
A text message programme to motivate and support healthy behaviour change in Tongan people with pre-diabetes – to help prevent the onset of diabetes – is one of the Pacific Health research initiatives to be funded next year. More >>
New Zealand and the US – friends again?
Wednesday, 2 November 2016, 10:27 am | University of Auckland
From ostracism in 1986 to a US Navy ship visit in 2016, New Zealand’s leaders have managed a sometimes troubled relationship with Washington skilfully, says Stephen Hoadley, an associate professor in Politics and International Relations at the University ... More >>
Medical technology for women’s wellness
Monday, 31 October 2016, 1:27 pm | University of Auckland
Innovative medical technology for women’s wellness will feature on Thursday evening in the final of three talks that are part of the Medtech SILO 6 Exhibiton at the Wynyard Quarter. More >>
Does teacher know best in the obesity epidemic?
Saturday, 29 October 2016, 8:50 pm | University of Auckland
New Zealand schools are fast becoming battle grounds against obesity with Ministry of Health initiatives increasingly calling for direct involvement from teachers. Schools are implementing a range of ‘anti-obesity’ practices too including inspecting ... More >>
Public invited to expert panel on robotics in healthcare
Friday, 28 October 2016, 12:24 pm | University of Auckland
From bionic hearing to robotic surgery, the use of robotics in healthcare will be discussed at a free public panel discussion in Auckland on Tuesday. More >>
Māori Scholars Recognised by Royal Society
Thursday, 27 October 2016, 11:56 am | Nga Pae o te Maramatanga
Two outstanding Māori scholars - Professor Linda Tuhiwai Smith and Professor Jacinta Ruru - have today been elected as Fellows of the Royal Society of New Zealand, honouring their careers and distinction in research and scholarship. More >>
Low nicotine cigarettes could help achieve Smokefree goal
Tuesday, 25 October 2016, 3:20 pm | University of Auckland
Nicotine reduction, such as very low nicotine cigarettes, has huge benefits and few potential harms, according to a new study from the University of Auckland. More >>
Low nicotine cigarettes could help achieve Smokefree goal
Tuesday, 25 October 2016, 3:20 pm | University of Auckland
Low nicotine cigarettes could help achieve Smokefree goal Media Release - University of Auckland - 25 October 2016 Nicotine reduction, such as very low nicotine cigarettes, has huge benefits and few potential harms, according to a new study from the University ... More >>
GPs can do more to help patient weight loss
Tuesday, 25 October 2016, 12:17 pm | University of Auckland
Primary care approaches to obesity need a rethink with GPs providing more support for patient weight loss, according to two University of Auckland public health academics. In an editorial published today in leading medical journal, The Lancet, Professor ... More >>
Medtech – from smart splints to sonification
Thursday, 20 October 2016, 11:45 am | University of Auckland
New Zealand’s first ever medical technology showcase opens to the public at SILO6 in Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter later this month. More >>
Third medical school not in national interest
Tuesday, 18 October 2016, 3:37 pm | University of Auckland
The University of Auckland has hit out at a potentially costly proposal for a third medical school in New Zealand. More >>
Marti Friedlander receives honorary doctorate
Tuesday, 18 October 2016, 12:32 pm | University of Auckland
Esteemed photographer Marti Friedlander has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Auckland in a moving ceremony attended by University staff, family and friends. More >>
Report evaluates urban challenges facing Aotearoa NZ
Monday, 17 October 2016, 11:21 am | University of Auckland
Managing urbanisation by looking after smaller as well as larger centres, clarifying the political power of local government, and clearly identifying greenhouse gas emission implications of city-based development, are among crucial issues identified in a ... More >>
New Zealand and Australia unite for social equity
Friday, 14 October 2016, 12:55 pm | University of Auckland
The University of Auckland will play a key role in a major trans-Tasman initiative tackling social inequity to be launched by Australian Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Malcolm Turnbull in Canberra today. More >>
New operating room training to improve teamwork
Friday, 14 October 2016, 9:56 am | University of Auckland
A realistic pilot training simulation for operating room staff designed to test and improve teamwork skills, has found many positive improvements result from the new communication training. More >>
Hyper Reality performance aims to awe audience
Thursday, 13 October 2016, 1:22 pm | University of Auckland
Architects, choreographers, dancers, composers, musicians, designers and computer programmers have joined forces to present a unique hyper real experience that will alter the way we view contemporary performance, data and space. More >>
Club inspires Aphasia sufferers
Thursday, 13 October 2016, 11:49 am | University of Auckland
Aphasia can affect anyone and makes communication difficult, but an Auckland club for people with the disorder is celebrating another year of success later this month. More >>
Justice at last for Hillsborough families
Tuesday, 11 October 2016, 2:08 pm | University of Auckland
In April 2016, the jury at the new inquests into the UK’s 1989 Hillsborough football stadium disaster determined that the 96 Liverpool fans who died that day were unlawfully killed. More >>
Major donation boosts prospects for research
Wednesday, 5 October 2016, 1:01 pm | University of Auckland
***EMBARGOED to 12 noon on 5 October 2016 (NZT)*** A significant donation to the University of Auckland’s recently launched fundraising campaign is set to create new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for healthcare and new opportunities in ... More >>
