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Nees appointed Canterbury’s inaugural architect in residence
Wednesday, 13 August 2014, 9:54 am | University of Canterbury
The University of Canterbury has appointed Christchurch architect Tim Nees as the inaugural Architect in Residence within its College of Engineering. The residency has support from Sir Miles Warren’s Warren Architects Education Charitable Trust ... More >>
Cultural meaning of rituals in NZ rugby
Wednesday, 13 August 2014, 9:50 am | University of Canterbury
Rituals in sport go far behind the All Blacks’ haka which will be performed in the opening Rugby Championship match against Australia in Sydney on Saturday night. The haka is one of the most famous rituals in world sport and holds great meaning ... More >>
University of Canterbury ranked No.1 university twice
Tuesday, 12 August 2014, 3:29 pm | University of Canterbury
The University of Canterbury is ranked first in the country in two out of the four annual performance rankings just released by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC). More >>
Research to ensure even game for less skilled players
Tuesday, 12 August 2014, 9:49 am | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury engineering PhD student is researching sports, such as table tennis, to ensure closer games for both better and less skilled players. David Altimira has been researching in the university’s HIT Lab NZ to balance a game ... More >>
New world first university-designed flooring system
Monday, 11 August 2014, 12:56 pm | University of Canterbury
A building soon to be constructed in Nelson will be the first in the world using a new timber flooring system designed by University of Canterbury structural engineering experts with huge potential benefits for the Christchurch rebuild and for the whole ... More >>
Study into Didymo’s impact on 55 South Island waterways
Sunday, 10 August 2014, 10:11 am | University of Canterbury
In one of the largest field studies of its kind to examine Didymo, or rock snot, a University of Canterbury project has sampled 55 rivers and streams across the South Island in every major region, to establish its niche and effects on ecosystems. More >>
Super-duper-moon expected Monday morning
Friday, 8 August 2014, 3:35 pm | University of Canterbury
A super-duper-moon which is bigger and brighter than any other full moon visible this year will appear on Monday (August 11) morning when the full moon reaches its closest point to Earth. More >>
Crusaders criticised for shooting wild animals
Friday, 8 August 2014, 10:07 am | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury expert on human-animal relations has criticised Crusaders rugby players shooting wild animals in Africa. Pictures of Crusaders players on a hunting trip in South Africa are being used by an environmental organisation in its ... More >>
Law student keen carry out aid and diplomacy work overseas
Thursday, 7 August 2014, 9:32 am | University of Canterbury
Anna and friends in Malawi A University of Canterbury law student, who helped work with families in Malawi earlier this year, is seeking to carry out international aid and diplomacy work when she finishes her degree. Anna Cusack was one of five ... More >>
What if cancer screening can cause harm as well as benefit?
Thursday, 7 August 2014, 9:25 am | University of Canterbury
What if cancer screening can cause harm as well as benefit – public lecture next week August 7, 2014 A leading New Zealand researcher will give a public lecture next week about cancer screening. University of Canterbury health sciences professor Ann ... More >>
Research proves rugby is a hard game
Wednesday, 6 August 2014, 12:22 pm | University of Canterbury
A substantial University of Canterbury research project has not just confirmed rugby is a tough game but has found ways to help coaches and medical staff to manage players’ recovery and training during different phases of competition. More >>
University to be new home of large NZ sculpture
Tuesday, 5 August 2014, 10:12 am | University of Canterbury
The University of Canterbury will soon be the new home of a large sculpture of national significance which was once displayed in the centre of Christchurch and then held in Blenheim for more than 15 years. More >>
Canterbury study on micronutrients for children with ADHD
Monday, 4 August 2014, 10:14 am | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury PhD student is investigating to see if micronutrients help children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and improve their social skills and cognitive functions. More >>
Leading international researcher wins Innovation Medal
Friday, 1 August 2014, 1:39 pm | University of Canterbury
A leading New Zealand communications disorders researcher who has improved the quality of life of patients and made financial savings for the health care industry has won the University of Canterbury’s Innovation Medal for 2014. More >>
Canterbury student launches clothing label website
Thursday, 31 July 2014, 1:44 pm | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury international business and law student has launched a New Zealand clothing label website aimed at female rural wear, with the help of a university summer scholarship. More >>
World Press Photo Exhibition opens in Christchurch
Thursday, 31 July 2014, 11:50 am | University of Canterbury
The World Press Photo Exhibition opens in Christchurch for the first time this weekend. The exhibition, which runs through to August 22, can be seen on campus at the university’s James Hight building. The photos include images of war, conflict, natural disasters, ... More >>
Support from spouses softened impact of earthquakes
Wednesday, 30 July 2014, 9:31 am | University of Canterbury
Support from partners, husbands, wives and spouses softened the impacts of depression following the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes, University of Canterbury research has found. More >>
The Super 15 rugby final – more than just a game, sports exp
Tuesday, 29 July 2014, 3:15 pm | University of Canterbury
The outcome of this weekend’s Super 15 rugby final is pivotally important, a University of Canterbury sports education expert says. More >>
International aid worker to spend next week at University
Monday, 28 July 2014, 10:49 am | University of Canterbury
A leading international humanitarian aid worker will be talking to students at the University of Canterbury next week to encourage them to get out into the world and people in need. More >>
Sports scientists expecting personal bests from Pascoe
Monday, 28 July 2014, 10:48 am | University of Canterbury
New Zealand’s star para swimmer Sophie Pascoe is likely to win medals and achieve personal bests in her events at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow next week, says her performance analyst and University of Canterbury bio-mechanics expert Matt Ingram. More >>
