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17 Apr 2026
Researchers aiming for painless diagnosis
An Otago trial using microbial DNA could transform how a painful and hard-to-diagnose bone and joint infection in childr...
14 Mar 2026
Exercise aiding cancer patients
Global evidence is mounting that personalised exercise programmes can boost confidence and wellbeing for people undergoi...
22 Dec 2025
Otago awarded a major US grant for Crohn’s disease
A research team from the University of Otago - Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka has been selected for a prestigious grant to investi...
03 Dec 2025
Vitamin C from food boosts collagen levels in skin – landmark study
A breakthrough study from researchers at the University of Otago, Faculty of Medicine – Christchurch Ōtautahi, has found...
17 Nov 2025
Success for UOC researchers in Canterbury Medical Research Foundation Grants
University of Otago, Christchurch Ōtautahi researchers investigating cures for cancer, heart disease, inflammatory bowel...
19 Aug 2025
No longer a pain in the arm? Vaccine innovation focus of research
Forget needles, University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka-led research hopes to make getting vaccinated as easy as swal...
29 Jul 2025
Special gift honours wish to find early pancreatic cancer marker
A major donation from the Louise Davie Charitable Trust will allow University of Otago researchers to establish a ground...
06 Dec 2024
UOC researcher honoured with lifetime achievement award
Esteemed University of Otago, Christchurch Professor Christine Winterbourn (ONZM, CNZM) has been recognised by her scien...
18 Nov 2024
Two UOC Researchers chosen for first James Smedley Fellowship
Two senior research staff at the University of Otago, Christchurch, have been selected as the inaugural recipients of th...
07 Nov 2024
Major Marsden Fund grants awarded to UOC researchers
Four University of Otago Christchurch, Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka Ōtautahi researchers involved in cancer, pneumonia and cardi...
08 Oct 2024
Heartfelt memorial gathering for Emeritus Professor
Over one hundred and twenty friends, whānau and former colleagues gathered in the University of Otago, Christchurch’s Ro...
02 Oct 2024
Walking path to heart health equity with community
A University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka researcher feels privileged knowing her work is treasured by the community...