He Kitenga reflects the concept of discovery. The Māori word kitenga derives from kite which translates to words such as see, perceive, find and discover.
This title reflects the University of Otago’s connection to New Zealand’s cultural heritage as well as its commitment to national and international research and innovation.

Welcome to He Kitenga

Life saver

Genetic jeopardy

Behaving well

Sentinels of change

Mātauranga and marine management

Civil justice

Nixing nitrate with nanoparticles

Cognitive challenges

Big data for big problems

Fighting superbugs

Pacific youth wellness

Electricity evolution

Stranded research?

Power of change

Entrepreneurial journey

Māori economic expression

Seismic shifts

Biological impacts

Uplifting Kaikoura

Moving mountains

Managing retreat

Climate migration

TAKING action

Let there be colour

Internet impacts ‘oldest profession’

Street smart

Pain of ageing

Frailty factor

Good-natured ageing

Healing the land

AI and responsibility

Heart of the family

Appealing research

Building partnerships… not silos
- the health and well-being of people and communities
- the development, enhancement and use of mātauranga Māori research
- boosting innovative and sustainable economic development
- advancements for Pacific peoples here in Aotearoa and within Pacific nations
- supporting resilience in our precious and unique environments
- ensuring we have a rich and dynamic society we can all be proud of.