03 Jun 2026
Hunger impacts eating decisions – Otago study
We are often told not to go to the supermarket on an empty stomach.
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...
26 May 2026
Building the bridge between discovery and impact
One Otago research alliance is determined to bridge the gap between research and real-world application for the rare dis...
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...
21 May 2026
Finding the early signs of Alzheimer's disease
New research from the University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka has uncovered another clue to potentially identifying A...
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...
08 May 2026
Mothers bear brunt of food insecurity – study shows
Mothers from households which don’t have enough food are going to great lengths to ensure their infants are fed well, of...
05 May 2026
Dunedin Study completes midlife assessment
The Dunedin Study is celebrating an important milestone – the successful completion of its age 52 data collection phase.
28 Apr 2026
Tuning into dolphins
Monitoring the sounds of an endangered dolphin species may provide clues to ensuring their survival, a new University of...
19 Apr 2026
Caring for the carers
In dementia studies, the spotlight often falls on the person living with the condition. But one University of Otago acad...
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...