Karere me ngā mahi
Thursday 18 February 2021
The ongoing impact of ‘quake brain’ is the focus of a newly-funded study that will look for ways to help those suffering from a decline in cognitive function.
Thursday 11 February 2021
On average, 12-year-old children snack on unhealthy food and beverages five times a day, according to new research from the University of Otago.
Wednesday 10 February 2021
The University of Otago is launching a formal inquiry into sixth year Medical Degree electives following failure to meet attendance requirements for overseas electives by a significant number of students in the 2019 MB ChB Trainee Intern Class.
Wednesday 3 February 2021
Anorexia Nervosa has not only a detrimental impact on the people who suffer from the eating disorder, but often a significant financial impact on their carers, new research from the University of Otago, Christchurch, reveals.
Wednesday 3 February 2021
A project summing up the financial cost of eating disorders in New Zealand took out the top prize at this year’s Christchurch Summer Studentship programme awards.
Thursday 21 January 2021
Four Otago researchers have been named on the Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers list for 2020.
Wednesday 20 January 2021
A Christchurch-based researcher has secured funding to develop a groundbreaking alternative to invasive surgeries for cancer prevention.
Monday 21 December 2020
Professor Helen Nicholson will take up the role of Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University of Otago in 2021.
Tuesday 15 December 2020
When Rebecca Pascoe graduated from medical school last weekend there was an unanticipated but much appreciated person in attendance.
Tuesday 8 December 2020
Twenty-six University of Otago academics have been promoted to the position of professor this year.
Tuesday 1 December 2020
A decision was made early to offer the 2020 Bioengineering Showcase as a hybrid-platform event with physical venues in Dunedin, Christchurch and Wellington, and including virtual participation using Zoom. The current covid-19 situation has invited innovative adaptation from us all!
Thursday 26 November 2020
A revolutionary compact 3D colour scanner invented by a University of Otago, Christchurch professor will soon be tested in a large scale international clinical trial.
Tuesday 24 November 2020
Staff and students from the University’s Christchurch campus recently celebrated the 10 year anniversary of its Simulation Centre.
Thursday 19 November 2020
The Otago Staff Values were launched by Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne this week.
Tuesday 17 November 2020
A revolutionary compact 3D colour wrist scanner invented by a University of Otago, Christchurch professor will soon be tested in a large scale international clinical trial.
Tuesday 10 November 2020
University of Otago researchers have secured $17.5 million in Marsden funding for 30 world-class research projects.
Thursday 5 November 2020
Ten University of Otago researchers carrying out Māori-specific research have received HRC funding.
Thursday 5 November 2020
The NZ MedTech Imaging Showcase will highlight the capabilities of NZ companies in the MedTech space. Find out how major companies, such as MARS Bioimaging, Volpara Health Technologies Ltd, ARANZ Medical and others are making their mark in the global arena.
Friday 30 October 2020
A University of Otago researcher has been awarded a grant to undertake vital research on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) which she says disproportionately affects Māori in epidemic proportions.
Thursday 29 October 2020
The work of 22 University of Otago researchers has been recognised with Career Development Awards from the Health Research Council.
Tuesday 13 October 2020
A University of Otago study has shown adults low in dietary vitamin C can improve their feelings of vitality by eating two kiwifruit a day for two weeks.
Wednesday 7 October 2020
Professor Tim Woodfield is the first New Zealander to be awarded the ASBTE Award for Research Excellence.
Monday 5 October 2020
Medical students in Christchurch spent a week of September focusing on the importance of wellbeing both in their student lives and in their future clinician roles.
Friday 2 October 2020
A breakthrough discovery combining two powerful technologies looks set to help doctors intervene earlier and perhaps prevent heart failure in at risk patients, who have already had a heart attack.
Thursday 1 October 2020
University of Otago academics and alumnae have been named as finalists in the Women of Influence awards.
Wednesday 30 September 2020
A FREE hybrid event showcasing the latest achievements in bioengineering and medical technologies.
Tuesday 2 March 2021 at 6:00pm - Christchurch Campus, 2 Riccarton Avenue, Christchurch 8011
Wednesday 3 March 2021
at 5:30pm
- Rolleston Lecture Theatre
University of Otago Christchurch
