News from the University of Otago, Christchurch
02 Jun 2026
Breadth of Otago’s impact highlighted in King’s Birthday Honours
The University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka is proudly celebrating more than 20 alumni and staff recognised in this y...
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...
27 May 2026
Studies expose hidden toll of trauma recovery in NZ
Researchers from the University of Otago – Faculty of Medicine – Christchurch Ōtautahi are calling for improved long-ter...
17 Apr 2026
Researchers aiming for painless diagnosis
An Otago trial using microbial DNA could transform how a painful and hard-to-diagnose bone and joint infection in childr...
16 Apr 2026
Emeritus Professor Eric Espiner (1934–2026)
Emeritus Professor Eric Espiner, a physician, scientist, and one of New Zealand’s most distinguished clinical researcher...
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...
02 Apr 2026
Four new Otago Royal Society Fellows
Four University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka scholars have had their academic impact recognised by the Royal Society...
02 Apr 2026
Near-peer teaching programme a win-win for medical students
Feedback from a peer-to-peer teaching programme at the University of Otago Faculty of Medicine – Christchurch Ōtautahi,...
14 Mar 2026
Exercise aiding cancer patients
Global evidence is mounting that personalised exercise programmes can boost confidence and wellbeing for people undergoi...
11 Mar 2026
Feedback sought on Campus Master Plan refresh
The University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka is encouraging students, staff, alumni, and the wider community to provid...
13 Feb 2026
Warm welcome for Otago medical students at Ōnuku Marae
At 6.45am on two weekday mornings in late January, buses pull away from the University of Otago – Faculty of Medicine, C...
22 Dec 2025
Otago awarded a major US grant for Crohn’s disease
A research team from the University of Otago - Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka has been selected for a prestigious grant to investi...
