23 Jun 2026
Surprising effect of common drug found
A drug commonly used to treat type-2 diabetes has the added bonus of reducing the risk of prostate cancer, new research...
11 Jun 2026
Better prostate cancer detection tool on the horizon
Promising Otago research into a way to better diagnose prostate cancer has received a major funding boost.
11 Jun 2026
Heart research gets a boost with HRC funding
Otago heart researchers are on their way to developing potentially life-saving patient interventions, thanks to vital He...
29 May 2026
Kaupapa Māori-led approach needed for eating disorders – study
Researchers are calling for stronger investment in kaupapa Māori-led eating disorder services, after new research has re...
25 May 2026
Chronic illness linked to hardship – study
People living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) in Aotearoa New Zealand face substantia...
14 May 2026
Latest HIV figures released
The numbers are dropping, but more work is needed if New Zealand is to reach its reduction target of locally acquired HI...
14 May 2026
Returning home to serve community
Though from Hastings and born in Auckland, Māia Lockyer moved to Dubai when she was five and Saudi Arabia when she was e...
07 May 2026
Hard work and determination pay off for medical graduand
Otago medical graduand Leigh Albert’s delight at becoming a doctor is evident, and for good reason.
24 Apr 2026
UOPISA President clear in purpose and pathway
From Samoa and the streets of South Auckland to leading Pacific tauira in Dunedin, Adeleine Tala Eli brings a strong fou...
20 Apr 2026
Excellence celebrated in teaching awards
Innovation, engagement and empathy are just some of the qualities attributed to this year’s University of Otago Teaching...
17 Apr 2026
Trial for novel depression treatment
A novel treatment for people with depression who are resistant to conventional antidepressants is set to be trialled by...
12 Apr 2026
Delivering diabetes freedom
University of Otago researchers are leading a revolution in treatment for type 1 diabetes – helping people with the auto...