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University’s Historic Plant Library A Record Of Biodiversity
Friday, 24 May 2024, 9:10 am | University of Canterbury
Over 40,000 dried and pressed plants neatly filed in the University of Canterbury Herbarium make up a vital botanical library that dates back over 150 years. More >>
More Vape Stores In Deprived Areas, Near Schools – UC Study
Thursday, 23 May 2024, 10:41 am | University of Canterbury
New University of Canterbury research has found vape stores are proliferating in Aotearoa New Zealand’s most deprived communities – with many also located near schools. More >>
New Zealand Early Literacy Approach Achieves Outstanding Results
Wednesday, 22 May 2024, 2:40 pm | University of Canterbury
A New Zealand-developed structured literacy programme is delivering outstanding results for Kiwi children, new research by the University Of Canterbury shows. More >>
AI Robotics Researcher Has Eye On Underwater Mussel Industry
Wednesday, 22 May 2024, 11:04 am | University of Canterbury
World-leading underwater AI robotics research at the University of Canterbury looks set to transform New Zealand’s aquaculture industry. Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) Engineering PhD student Tim Rensen has been developing ... More >>
Mast Seeding Solstice Link Could Help Protect Biodiversity
Wednesday, 22 May 2024, 10:42 am | University of Canterbury
Pinpointing summer solstice as a trigger for mast seeding events could help prevent predators from ravaging New Zealand’s native species. More >>
Native Trees On Farms Could Bring Birdsong Back
Tuesday, 21 May 2024, 9:28 am | University of Canterbury
Canterbury researchers are exploring how planting native shelterbelts and hedgerows on farms could deliver biodiversity benefits and make good business sense. More >>
Feeding Native Ecosystems With Waste
Friday, 17 May 2024, 12:30 pm | University of Canterbury
UC researchers are pioneering the use of treated sewage to restore native plants on Te Pātaka-o-Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula. More >>
Beyond Displacement: Rethinking Pacific Climate Mobility
Friday, 17 May 2024, 9:18 am | University of Canterbury
As rising water threatens low-lying Pacific islands, is moving the only solution? In her talk, researcher Dr Dalila Gharbaoui will discuss climate mobility. More >>
Partnership Approach To Address Human Waste On Aoraki
Tuesday, 14 May 2024, 6:06 pm | University of Canterbury
A kaupapa Māori research approach has brought together Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua and mountaineers to help address the human waste issue at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. More >>
Arbor-Amor: Love Letters To A City’s Trees
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 2:21 pm | University of Canterbury
A research project exploring the deep connection between a city’s inhabitants and its trees is coming to Christchurch. More >>
What Makes People Tick Environmentally?
Tuesday, 7 May 2024, 11:09 am | University of Canterbury
New UC research explores the crucial role emotions play in behaviour change and decision-making when acting sustainably. More >>
UC Research Helps Revolutionise Global Sanitation
Tuesday, 7 May 2024, 11:06 am | University of Canterbury
Researchers at the University of Canterbury have developed a new decision-making tool to help identify how to make wastewater treatment more sustainable. More >>
Understanding Food Waste Behaviour In Student Households
Wednesday, 1 May 2024, 5:14 pm | University of Canterbury
Unique UC behavioural research has revealed the extent of food waste produced by university students living in shared accommodation. More >>
$1.35 Million Grant To Study Lion-like Jumping Spiders
Wednesday, 24 April 2024, 11:09 am | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury animal behaviour expert is part of a global team launching pioneering research into the predatory behaviour of jumping spiders. More >>
University Opens Doors In Open Christchurch
Tuesday, 23 April 2024, 2:09 pm | University of Canterbury
Explore Jack Erskine, Rehua, Forestry, Puaka-James Hight, and College House as the University of Canterbury (UC) helps celebrate our city’s architecture. More >>
UC Celebrates Exclusive With Wallace And Gromit Creators
Wednesday, 17 April 2024, 1:29 pm | University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury (UC) have signed a multi-year agreement with the training arm of Academy Award® winning Aardman Animations. More >>
Tolerate Online Abuse Or Resign: How The Law Fails Women MPs
Wednesday, 17 April 2024, 12:26 pm | University of Canterbury
As women MPs face social media vitriol, where are the plans to combat it? Human rights law expert Dr Cassandra Mudgway explores the global issue in a free talk. More >>
Sweet Deals of Extra Cash And Freebies Raise Suspicions, Canterbury-led Study Shows
Tuesday, 16 April 2024, 12:48 pm | University of Canterbury
If it looks too good to be true, then it probably is – that’s a life lesson most people have learned when it comes to offers of free cash or gifts. More >>
New Book Celebrates NZ’s ‘six-legged Ghosts’
Monday, 8 April 2024, 1:17 pm | University of Canterbury
New Zealand insects, whose lives are often invisible to city-dwellers, are put under the microscope in a new, richly illustrated book. More >>
Self-compassion Could Help Endometriosis Sufferers
Tuesday, 26 March 2024, 11:02 am | University of Canterbury
New research shows endometriosis sufferers in New Zealand are likely to show some improvement in quality of life if they practise self-compassion. Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) doctoral candidate Chelsea Skinner surveyed ... More >>
