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Measuring uncertainty in the sea
Wednesday, 2 December 2015, 9:29 am | Victoria University of Wellington
What started out as a simple love of fishing for a Victoria University of Wellington researcher has led to a complex mathematical study in measuring fish populations. More >>
A bright idea to protect local wildlife from cats
Monday, 30 November 2015, 11:51 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Bright-coloured collars that could reduce the amount of prey caught by cats will be trialled in a joint Victoria University of Wellington and Wellington City Council project. More >>
Research shows reality of runaway ice loss in Antarctica
Friday, 27 November 2015, 9:19 am | Victoria University of Wellington
27 November 2015 Research shows reality of runaway ice loss in Antarctica A new study led by Victoria University of Wellington researchers reveals the potential for runaway ice loss in Antarctica. By studying rocks at different elevations beside the East ... More >>
New watch saves diabetics’ time
Wednesday, 18 November 2015, 9:39 am | Victoria University of Wellington
An innovative monitoring system for diabetes sufferers designed by a Victoria University of Wellington student was one of the top 20 international entries in the prestigious James Dyson Award. More >>
Ocean exploration brings research honour
Wednesday, 11 November 2015, 9:21 am | Victoria University of Wellington
The scientific contribution of Professor Lionel Carter from Victoria University of Wellington’s Antarctic Research Centre has been recognised with the presentation of the 2015 Hutton Medal. Awarded annually by the Royal Society of New Zealand, the ... More >>
Victoria partners with global leader
Tuesday, 10 November 2015, 10:22 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Championing cybersecurity: Victoria partners with global leader Victoria University of Wellington has entered into an agreement with local firm Total Risk, a partner of the Software Engineering Institute’s CERT Program at Carnegie Mellon University ... More >>
Biology wins big in Marsden
Thursday, 5 November 2015, 4:01 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington’s School of Biological Sciences is a big winner in the latest round of Marsden Fund grants. More >>
Wellington team top Climathon
Tuesday, 27 October 2015, 10:24 am | Victoria University of Wellington
A plan to reduce transport demands in Wellington while boosting the eco-friendly e-commerce marketplace proved a winning formula for a Victoria University of Wellington supported start-up. More >>
Victoria’s green wins gold at sustainability awards
Friday, 23 October 2015, 4:08 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington’s commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental management have been recognised with the University taking out top honours at the prestigious Australasia Green Gown Awards. More >>
Competition sparks a winning change
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 10:22 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Fierce competition between two of Victoria University of Wellington’s Hall of Residences has not only reduced energy consumption, it’s also sparked understanding of sustainable energy practices. More >>
Industry award for Victoria bioscientist
Friday, 16 October 2015, 11:20 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Dr Shivali Gulab, who has had a long association with Victoria University of Wellington, has received top honours from New Zealand’s scientific community. More >>
New graduate school for advanced ICT education
Thursday, 15 October 2015, 9:57 am | Victoria University of Wellington
The new Wellington ICT Graduate School is expected to deliver a wealth of benefits to the capital city and fuel growth across the region and New Zealand. More >>
The lasting legacy of climate change
Thursday, 15 October 2015, 9:56 am | Victoria University of Wellington
New research confirms the likelihood of a substantial rise in global sea-level in the future if greenhouse gas emissions continue, and highlights the moral significance of decisions made now about mitigating climate change. 29735_REC011An international ... More >>
Commonwealth Scholarship success for Victoria graduate
Tuesday, 6 October 2015, 1:42 pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Examining the best ways to minimise the bycatch of protected species in fishing operations will be the subject of PhD research by a Victoria University of Wellington graduate, who has been awarded a prestigious Commonwealth Scholarship to study at the University ... More >>
Shedding light on an exciting analytical tool
Monday, 5 October 2015, 9:54 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Light is all around us and in everything we do and use. One of the more technological uses for light will be the topic of an upcoming public lecture at Victoria University of Wellington. More >>
Better ways to inspire action on climate change
Tuesday, 29 September 2015, 9:25 am | Victoria University of Wellington
New research into what motivates people to take action on climate change shows that promoting the benefits of doing something to address the problem is an effective communication tool. More >>
IQ tests show individual differences in bird brains
Monday, 28 September 2015, 9:23 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Research from Victoria University of Wellington has revealed that birds may possess a ‘general intelligence’ similar to humans, with some individuals able to excel in multiple cognitive tests. More >>
Exotic invaders dominating native species
Monday, 21 September 2015, 10:21 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Exotic plants are taking over and they’re here to stay, according to new findings from Victoria University of Wellington. More >>
Programme looks to the bystander to reduce bullying
Friday, 18 September 2015, 8:51 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington is helping to address the serious problem of bullying in New Zealand schools. Accent Learning, a subsidiary of Victoria, is aiming to increase the number of New Zealand schools utilising KiVa—an anti-bullying programme from ... More >>
Athfield Architects to design music hub options
Friday, 11 September 2015, 10:28 am | Victoria University of Wellington
Athfield Architects to design music hub options Wellington City Council, Victoria University of Wellington and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra have collectively awarded Athfield Architects the opportunity to develop concept designs to progress ... More >>
