Dr Erik Wibowo, Dr George Wiggins and Dr Tim Chambers: recipients of Accelerator Grants
Wednesday 20 October 2021
In August this year, 15 early and mid-career researchers received an Accelerator Grant from the Division of Health Sciences.
Dr Simone Bayer, Dr Matthew Jenkins and Dr Mike Pankhurst: recipients of Accelerator Grants
Wednesday 13 October 2021
In August this year, 15 early and mid-career researchers received an Accelerator Grant from the Division of Health Sciences.
Canterbury Medical Research Foundation grants for Christchurch researchers
Friday 8 October 2021
Two University of Otago, Christchurch, researchers have been awarded Canterbury Medical Research Foundation grants.
Significant psychological toll from COVID lockdown for people with histories of mental illness – study
Thursday 7 October 2021
New research suggests more priority needs to be given to support the health of New Zealanders struggling with mental illness during COVID-19 lockdowns – with findings showing many people with mental health histories struggle and are disproportionately affected.
Some common childhood behaviours may lead to anxiety disorders in later life – study
Wednesday 29 September 2021
New research from the University of Otago has helped identify which specific child behaviours may raise the likelihood of anxiety disorders developing in adulthood and conversely, which ones might give parents, whānau and childhood experts less cause for concern.
Lockdown “fear” and money worries saw patients miss vital medications – study
Wednesday 1 September 2021
The swift move to electronic prescribing during the early months of the first COVID‑19 pandemic saw a number of general practices struggling to adapt, with some patients and whānau too scared or cash-strapped to pick up their medications, a new University of Otago study has found.
A call for New Zealanders – reach out to protect the health of the elderly with the move to Level 3
Wednesday 1 September 2021
A University of Otago geriatrician and researcher is calling on neighbours and extended family to reach out to support older New Zealanders potentially struggling with their physical and mental health, with the imminent shift to Level 3 lockdown for much of the country from Wednesday.
COVID-19 antibodies and heart health, focus of new study
Thursday 12 August 2021
Christchurch researchers are aiming to get a handle on the number of Kiwis exposed to COVID-19 and how long antibodies to COVID-19 may last as part of a Government-funded study.
“Māoritanga” not a factor in becoming homeowner
Wednesday 4 August 2021
New research from the University of Otago Christchurch debunks the myth that culture is possibly tied to home ownership.
Otago researchers receive more than $13m in Health Research Council funding
Tuesday 27 July 2021
Investigating the impact of diabetes on access to cancer services, improving the health of Māori affected by psychosis, and a new stomach cancer drug delivery system are just some of the areas of University of Otago research to receive new Health Research Council funding.
Otago researchers receive more than $13m in HRC funding
Tuesday 27 July 2021
Thirteen projects have been given Project Grant funding totalling more than $13 million, while Dr Allamanda Faatoese is one of just five researchers to receive a $1.1m Pacific Project Grant.
Health Delivery Research Activation Grants for eight Otago projects
Friday 23 July 2021
Eight University of Otago researchers are sharing more than $230,000 from the first round of the Health Research Council (HRC)’s Health Delivery Research Activation Grants.
Otago tops class for national educational performance
Friday 9 July 2021
The University of Otago has once again topped the key Government indicators that measure the educational performance of students at New Zealand’s universities.
PERT research network continues to develop
Thursday 8 July 2021
Almost 10 years ago a dietitian and two palliative care physicians attended a journal club about nutrition and cancer.
New Vice-Chancellor appointed at University of Otago
Thursday 1 July 2021
The University of Otago announced this morning that Professor David Murdoch will be its next Vice-Chancellor. Professor Murdoch, a distinguished academic and recognised world-leader in the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases, particularly pneumonia and other respiratory infections, is currently Dean and Head of Campus, University of Otago, Christchurch.
$1.74 million for Otago feasibility studies
Friday 11 June 2021
Dr Joanne Choi’s research will fill holes – in the market and in children’s teeth.
Christchurch building gets final approval to start work
Friday 11 June 2021
The University of Otago Council has this week approved final and full funding for a planned $178 million (total project) building in Christchurch.
University of Otago, Christchurch building gets final approval to start work
Thursday 10 June 2021
The University of Otago Council has this week approved final and full funding for a planned $178 million (total project) building on its Christchurch campus and in the heart of Te Papa Hauora – the Christchurch health precinct.
COVID-19 complacency could be costly – Otago experts
Friday 4 June 2021
Learn lessons from our COVID-19 response, or our health system could suffer the consequences.
$1.64 million for Otago in HRC funding rounds
Tuesday 1 June 2021
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Enterprise) Professor Richard Blaikie says Otago is grateful for HRC’s ongoing support which enables the University to continue its world-leading research.
Otago projects receive $1.64m Health Research Council funding
Monday 31 May 2021
Better outcomes for women suffering from New Zealand’s most common gynaecological cancer and a bioactive toothpaste that will mean fewer visits to the dentist are just two University of Otago projects funded by the Health Research Council this week.
Virtual reality used to confront phobias in Christchurch trial
Tuesday 25 May 2021
Can virtual reality help treat people with a fear of flying or spiders?
