30 new Professors for the University of Otago
Tuesday, 10 December 2019
Thirty University of Otago academics have been promoted to the position of professor this year.
Nineteen new Associate Professors for Health Sciences
Friday, 6 December 2019
A swathe of the University of Otago Division of Health Science’s finest staff have been promoted to Associate Professor.
Otago academic selected to chair key indigenous health committee
Wednesday, 27 November 2019
Associate Professor Suzanne Pitama, Director of the Christchurch-based Māori/Indigenous Health Institute (MIHI), has been appointed as the first chair of the Australian Medical Council’s (AMC) Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori Committee.
Otago researchers recipients of inaugural $3m Marsden Fund Award
Tuesday, 5 November 2019
University of Otago researchers are the recipients of an inaugural Marsden Fund Council Award worth $3 million to investigate genetic predisposition to metabolic diseases like diabetes and gout among Pacific people.
$3.8 million to Otago researchers in Career Development Awards
Thursday, 31 October 2019
The Health Research Council has awarded 23 University of Otago researchers $3.8 million in Career Development Awards.
First New Zealand study of cannabis use in people with spinal cord injuries
Tuesday, 29 October 2019
Using cannabis helps people with spinal cord injuries better tolerate almost constant and excruciating pain and participate in community and family life without feeling like ‘zombies’, a new study has found.
New Otago Medical School Dean brings international expertise
Tuesday, 8 October 2019
A prominent neuroradiologist and nuclear medicine physician with a wealth of international experience has been named the new Dean of the University of Otago medical school.
Translational Research Grant applications sought
Friday, 4 October 2019
All academic staff in the Division of Health Sciences are eligible to apply for the Translational Research Grant.
Otago researchers to compete in Falling Walls Lab
Wednesday, 4 September 2019
Three Otago researchers are set to compete in Falling Walls Lab New Zealand this month.
Micronutrients affect gut bacteria associated with ADHD in small but promising study
Tuesday, 20 August 2019
Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who took micronutrients had lower levels of a bacteria linked to the psychological disorder, and a healthier range of bugs in their gut overall, new research shows.
Otago researchers key to new Christchurch dementia clinic
Thursday, 8 August 2019
A Dementia Prevention Research Clinic has officially opened in Christchurch, providing affected Cantabrians access to detailed neurological assessments and the opportunity to be part of a study aimed at identifying factors influencing the development and progression of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Statement from New Zealand public health experts on direct-to-consumer advertising of prescription drugs (relating to Consumer NZ poll)
Thursday, 8 August 2019
The new Consumer NZ Poll shows the majority of the New Zealand public support banning drug advertising, otherwise known as direct-to-consumer advertising of prescription medicines (DTCA).
Hotly contested 3MT finals
Monday, 5 August 2019
Robotic spiders and endometrial cancer – two very different topics, but two very happy graduate students.
Dementia prevention research clinic opens in Christchurch
Friday, 26 July 2019
The Dementia Prevention Research Clinic officially opened in Christchurch today (26 July) – the third in a national network of clinics established by Brain Research New Zealand| Rangahau Roro Aotearoa (BRNZ).
Christchurch students develop cultural awareness initiative
Thursday, 25 July 2019
Staff and students from the University of Otago, Christchurch visited a Hare Krishna temple recently as part of an initiative to raise awareness of different cultures.
Chch campus recognises academic success and values
Wednesday, 24 July 2019
A record number of Christchurch staff were presented with the campus’ highest award for research excellence at this year’s celebration of campus success and spirit.
New Zealanders involved in global study showing genetic predisposition for anorexia
Tuesday, 16 July 2019
University of Otago, Christchurch researchers played a key role in new global research showing the causes of the eating disorder anorexia are likely metabolic as well as psychological.
Otago experts concerned lost opportunity to curb excessive drinking and reduce harm
Friday, 12 July 2019
University of Otago mental health experts are upset another Government has missed an opportunity to curb excessive drinking and reduce harm, by taking a recommendation from the recent Inquiry into Mental Health and Addiction off the agenda.
Session on Muslim culture for mental health professionals
Friday, 5 July 2019
The University of Otago, Christchurch recently played host to more than 200 mental health professionals keen to learn about the Muslim faith and how to better support patients.
Science-keen secondary students visit Christchurch campus
Thursday, 4 July 2019
The University of Otago, Christchurch recently opened its doors to more than 200 Canterbury secondary school students to showcase the campus and options for a career in health science.
