Proposal for 'cautious path' forward for changing cannabis laws by Otago researcher
Friday, 18 January 2019 4:35pm
Otago researcher and NCLR investigator Associate Professor Joseph Boden proposes a cautious path forward for changing cannabis law in New Zealand.
High fiber carbohydrates associated with lower risk of many chronic non-communicable diseases
Thursday, 10 January 2019 4:31pm
NCLR investigator Dr Lisa Te Morenga recently led a study that found that high fiber carbohydrates are associated with lower risk of many chronic non-communicable diseases.
NCLR Co-director named as Chief Science Advisor to the Minister for Child Poverty Reduction
Tuesday, 18 December 2018 1:45pm
NCLR Co-director Professor Richie Poulton has been appointed as the Chief Science Advisor to the Minister for Child Poverty Reduction.
Doctorate graduate explores what gender can engender
Thursday, 13 December 2018 3:35pm
Marea Colombo, the eldest daughter of Otago Vice-Chancellor and Psychology Professor Harlene Hayne and Head of the Department of Psychology Professor Mike Colombo, will graduate on Saturday with her PhD in … Psychology. She spoke to the Otago Bulletin Board about her studies and her future plans.
University of Otago announces academic promotions
Wednesday, 12 December 2018 2:45pm
Seventeen University of Otago academics have been promoted to the position of professor this year.
Division of Sciences presents 2018 awards
Tuesday, 11 December 2018 10:39pm
The Division of Sciences recently celebrated its annual awards recognising the breadth of work undertaken across many areas of University life including research, teaching, community engagement, technical and administrative support.
Otago study finds mindfulness apps can improve mental health
Wednesday, 14 November 2018 7:58am
A University of Otago study has found that using mindfulness meditation applications (apps) on phones is associated with improvements in people’s mental health.
University of Otago celebrates Marsden Fund success
Thursday, 8 November 2018 9:20am
University of Otago researchers are celebrating their most successful Marsden Fund round ever, securing $28.5 million (excluding GST) for 41 world-class research projects.
Call for attention to "Māori positive ageing" as numbers set to climb
Monday, 29 October 2018 2:16pm
There is a call for attention to focus on "Māori positive ageing" as the number of older Māori is set to double over a short period with higher rates of disability and dependence than the general population.
Māori positive ageing
Monday, 29 October 2018 5:00pm
There is a call for attention to focus on "Māori positive ageing" as the number of older Māori is set to double over a short period with higher rates of disability and dependence than the general population.
The pros and cons of cannabis
Friday, 19 October 2018 4:51pm
Christchurch Health & Development Study Deputy Director Associate Professor Joseph Boden outlines important information on the effects of cannabis use. This evidence comes from findings from New Zealand's longitudinal studies and can be used to inform the upcoming cannabis referendum.
The major lifecourse symposium - He ora te whakapiri - will take place this Thursday at Te Papa in Wellington
Monday, 15 October 2018 3:35pm
On Thursday, lifecourse research experts from around New Zealand will be meeting to discuss the future of lifecourse research.The conference, He ora te whakapiri: Unleashing the potential of New Zealand's lifecourse research will take place at Te Papa Tongarewa.
Emeritus Professor David Fergusson remembered
Thursday, 4 October 2018 2:22pm
Former Director of the Christchurch Health and Development Study and former co-Director of the National Centre for Lifecourse Research passed away overnight on Wednesday, aged 74.
NCLR member Dr Lisa Te Morenga awarded the Rutherford Discovery Fellowship
Thursday, 4 October 2018 2:17pm
National Centre for Lifecourse Research member Dr Lisa Te Morenga has been awarded a Rutherford Discovery Fellowship
