Recipients of Health Sciences Accelerator Grants 2022
Friday 28 October 2022
Early and mid-career researchers (EMCR) have received a boost from the Division of Health Sciences with an Accelerator Grant.
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Physiotherapy research and teaching news
Algae biofuels project wins $100,000
Tuesday 11 October 2022
An invention aimed at improving the efficiency of processes in the algal biofuels industry has won Otago Innovation’s $100,000 Proof of Concept Competition for 2022.
Otago's sustainability efforts rank high globally
Friday 7 October 2022
The University of Otago's sustainability efforts rank highly among efforts of university's from around the world.
Te Pōhā Rakahau Korikori in Physiotherapy
Monday 3 October 2022
Partners in Māori research in physiotherapy gathered at Ōtākou Marae in early September to celebrate and showcase the journey of Te Pōhā Rakahau Korikori.
Student volunteers cook up a storm at Ronald McDonald House
Wednesday 21 September 2022
A placement on a paediatric ward inspired an Otago Physiotherapy student to lead a volunteer effort at Ronald McDonald House.
Supporting Pacific physios beyond graduation
Thursday 8 September 2022
The University’s School of Physiotherapy has launched a new initiative to connect Pacific physiotherapy alumni with current students.
Health Delivery Research Activation Grant recipients
Thursday 4 August 2022
Three Otago researchers have received Health Delivery Research Activation Grants from the Health Research Council of New Zealand.
Māori and Pacific Parkinson’s research backs its future with a grant from The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research
Friday 25 March 2022
What does Parkinson’s look like for Māori and Pasifika peoples, and how can we improve the quality of care for those affected? Otago researchers Professor Leigh Hale and Dr Paulo Henrique Silva Pelicioni have secured the funding to answer these questions.
Volleyball champions take out top spots
Thursday 17 February 2022
The ultimate summer plans involve days in the sun surrounded by golden sand and waves, which is exactly what was on the cards for teams attending the University Tertiary Sport New Zealand (UTSNZ) Beach Volleyball Championship.
