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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 >>
Safe-guarding An Ethical Future For AI
Friday, 15 March 2024, 4:26 pm | University of Canterbury
Digital literacy experts are advocating for the need to change the way we engage with and teach Artificial Intelligence (AI), setting students up for success in the future. Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) Associate Professor ... More >>
