College of learning inspires PhD journey
Wednesday 18 May 2022
As someone who researches the importance of sleep to diet, Silke Morrison is quick to highlight that she prioritised maintaining a normal sleeping pattern during her PhD.
$900,000 funding for Otago health researchers
Thursday 12 May 2022
Six Otago researchers have each been awarded a $150,000 Health Research Council Explorer Grant to support transformative research ideas that have a good chance of making a revolutionary change to managing New Zealanders’ health.
Using continuous glucose monitors for managing type 1 diabetes: a meta-analysis
Wednesday 11 May 2022
A recent meta-analysis by EDOR researchers has found that certain types of continuous glucose monitoring technologies are effective at improving blood glucose levels in people with type 1 diabetes mellitus
Knighthood for EDOR Co-Director Professor Jim Mann
Friday 6 May 2022
Professor Jim Mann received his Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit from the New Zealand Governor-General, in an investiture ceremony held at Government House this week.
Study identifies exact amounts of extra vitamin C for optimal health
Wednesday 4 May 2022
If you are carrying a few extra kilos in weight, an extra apple or two per day might make a difference in boosting your immune system and helping ward off COVID-19 and winter illnesses.
Rachael Taylor discusses proposed ban of sugary drinks in schools
Thursday 14 April 2022
EDOR director Professor Rachael Taylor discusses the positive impact that the proposed ban of sugary drinks in schools will have on NZ children.
World Health Day 2022: Our Planet, Our Health
Thursday 7 April 2022
EDOR reflects on how improving our health can impact the planet, on World Health Day 7 April 2022
Rates of obesity in B4 School Checks continue to decrease
Thursday 31 March 2022
B4 school checks in New Zealand over the last decade have revealed a continued decrease in the rates of 4 year-old children with overweight and obesity.
Watch Professor Alister Neill's World Sleep Day presentation
Friday 18 March 2022
EDOR celebrated World Sleep Day 2022 with a presentation by Professor Alister Neill, Director of the WellSleep Centre.
Professor Christine Jasoni following leadership trend
Thursday 17 February 2022
Professor Christine Jasoni is the latest in a string of EDOR researchers to take up leadership positions, both at the University and nationally.
Hefty bags hindering active transport to school
Wednesday 9 February 2022
Heavy school bags are a “significant” issue for teenagers, with one-third of them thinking their bag is too heavy to walk or bike to school, BEATS Research from University of Otago shows.
Professor Jim Mann knighted for services to health
Friday 21 January 2022
Newly-knighted Otago researcher Professor Jim Mann is calling on the Government to follow its world-leading anti-tobacco policies with a National Food Strategy.
Children exposed to 554 brands a day
Thursday 20 January 2022
Professor Louise Signal finds that 11-13 year olds are exposed to 554 brands a day, using wearable camera data
One hundred years on: insulin is still saving lives
Thursday 13 January 2022
Associate Professor Ben Wheeler and colleagues are researching new technologies for improved insulin delivery for those with type 1 diabetes.
Diabetes and nutrition research recognised in New Year Honours
Wednesday 12 January 2022
Professor Jim Mann, EDOR Co-Director, has been recognised with a knighthood in the 2022 New Year Honours.
Personalised approach needed for diabetes prevention: study
Wednesday 22 December 2021
An individualised, rather than universal approach is needed for effective diabetes prevention, a new study has revealed.
Associate Professor Ben Wheeler talks diabetes
Friday 17 December 2021
Associate Professor Ben Wheeler talked with Leah Panapa at Magic Talk about diabetes, as part of November's Diabetes Action Month.
