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University of Otago supports research into veterans’ health
Wednesday, 22 February 2012, 11:26 am | University of Otago
The University of Otago and the New Zealand Defence Force will today sign a memorandum of understanding which will see significantly increased research into the health of military veterans, serving personnel and their families. More >>
MPs to debate asset sales in Dunedin
Tuesday, 21 February 2012, 9:38 am | University of Otago
=================== National MP Jacqui Dean to Go Head to Head with Greens Co-Leader Metiria Turei on Asset Sales More >>
Alarming increase in serious infectious diseases in NZ
Monday, 20 February 2012, 1:53 pm | University of Otago
Admissions to New Zealand hospitals from infectious diseases have jumped dramatically over the last two decades according to just published research from the University of Otago, Wellington. More >>
Vitamin C may enhance radiation therapy
Friday, 17 February 2012, 11:28 am | University of Otago
Friday 17 February 2012 Vitamin C may enhance radiation therapy for aggressive brain tumours Recent research by the University of Otago, Wellington has shown that giving brain cancer cells high dose vitamin C makes them much more susceptible to radiation ... More >>
Breastfeeding protects against asthma up to six years of age
Friday, 10 February 2012, 12:36 pm | University of Otago
Research by the University of Otago in Christchurch and Wellington has shown that breastfeeding of infants has a clear protective effect against children developing asthma or wheezing up to six years of age. More >>
Many NZ primary schools need to be ‘sun smarter’
Friday, 10 February 2012, 9:56 am | University of Otago
Many NZ primary schools need to be ‘sun smarter’: Otago research While New Zealand primary school students are benefiting from improved sun protection efforts over recent years, our schools still lag behind those of Australia in the ‘sun smart’ ... More >>
Food safety regulation of poultry cuts levels of paralysis
Wednesday, 8 February 2012, 1:12 pm | University of Otago
A recent large decrease in campylobacter infection from fresh poultry in New Zealand has also resulted in a significant drop in a neurological condition which can result in paralysis or death. More >>
Otago Research shows One in 5 gay men with HIV unaware
Thursday, 2 February 2012, 3:06 pm | University of Otago
Embargoed until 3pm Thursday 2 February 2012 One in 5 gay men with HIV unaware of infection: Otago research New University of Otago research suggests that 6.5% of gay and bisexual men in Auckland have HIV, with a fifth (21%) of these unaware of ... More >>
Otago early-career researcher’s achievements rewarded
Friday, 20 January 2012, 2:06 pm | University of Otago
An early-career rheumatology researcher who has already made significant contributions to improving the treatment of arthritis and gout is the University of Otago’s latest Rowheath Trust Award and Carl Smith Medal recipient. More >>
Setting a good example? Smoking in key occupations
Wednesday, 18 January 2012, 11:48 am | University of Otago
A new study published by researchers from University of Otago, Wellington has found that smoking rates have declined rapidly amongst many occupational groups over the last 25 years. More >>
Nutrition policy favours food industry - not public health
Tuesday, 10 January 2012, 11:24 am | University of Otago
The national nutrition policy formulated by Labour and National-led Governments favours the food industry over public health according to new research from the University of Otago, Wellington. More >>
Govt Sea Lion proposal at odds with new DOC information
Tuesday, 10 January 2012, 9:48 am | University of Otago
A University of Otago expert on rare New Zealand Sea Lions says the Government’s proposed radical policy change which he is certain will endanger the species comes despite two of its own departments producing conflicting advice on the issue. More >>
Pigeons no bird brains when it comes to number sense
Friday, 23 December 2011, 10:07 am | University of Otago
Pigeons are on par with primates in their numerical abilities, according to new University of Otago research appearing in the leading international journal Science. More >>
Study points to long-term recall of very early experience
Thursday, 22 December 2011, 6:43 pm | University of Otago
Otago study points to long-term recall of very early experiences Most adults can’t recall events that took place before they were 3 or 4 years old—a phenomenon called childhood amnesia. While some people can remember what happened at an earlier age, ... More >>
Low influence of playgrounds on child activity: Otago study
Wednesday, 21 December 2011, 10:14 am | University of Otago
Upgrading playgrounds does not appear to be sufficient to help children become more active. Ongoing postdoctoral research by Dr Robin Quigg of the University of Otago’s Department of Preventive and Social Medicine’s Cancer Society Social and Behavioural ... More >>
Communities support greater restrictions on alcohol
Wednesday, 14 December 2011, 4:27 pm | University of Otago
New research from the University of Otago shows that New Zealanders are highly supportive of local authority policies that restrict the availability and promotion of alcohol. More >>
Otago appoints next Director of Development
Tuesday, 13 December 2011, 3:43 pm | University of Otago
Tuesday 13 December 2011 Otago appoints next Director of Development and Alumni Relations The University of Otago has appointed Philip Kearney as its next Director of Development and Alumni Relations. Mr Kearney, who currently holds a senior position ... More >>
NZ Among Nations Making No Progress On Child Maltreatment
Friday, 9 December 2011, 2:01 pm | University of Otago
New Zealand is named in a major international study involving the University of Otago as one of six states and countries which have no clear evidence of a decrease in child maltreatment over the past two decades. Led by Professor Ruth Gilbert, University ... More >>
MAF gets sealion science wrong: Uni expert
Thursday, 8 December 2011, 10:27 am | University of Otago
Wednesday December 7 2011 Scientist warns Government on disastrous track with sea lions A University of Otago zoologist is urging the Government to take another look at its proposal not to set a fishing industry limit on sea lion by-catch, saying ... More >>
Smoking in cars more common in poorer areas
Wednesday, 7 December 2011, 12:01 pm | University of Otago
Children from a lower socio-economic area in Wellington, Wainuiomata, are 11 times more likely to be exposed to cigarette smoking in cars than in the wealthier suburb of Karori, according to recent research. More >>
