
Thursday 19 January 2023
Researchers have discovered the likely cause of a highly fatal respiratory disease that has caused mass deaths among critically endangered hoiho chicks during the past three years.
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Monday 16 January 2023
University of Otago researchers have described a new species of New Zealand gecko made possible by cutting edge ancient DNA techniques.
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Friday 13 January 2023
A University of Otago researcher hopes whānau-focused storytelling could help support people taper off potentially harmful opioids prescribed for chronic pain.
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Friday 13 January 2023
Six minutes of high intensity exercise may help maintain a healthy brain and delay the onset of neurodegenerative disorders, research led by the University of Otago has shown.
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Thursday 22 December 2022
A global study led by the University of Otago has discovered a gene, that when modified, could reduce the risk of breast cancer.
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Wednesday 21 December 2022
The opportunity to develop Māori-led programmes for pēpi, tamariki and whānau wellbeing and intergenerational playspaces centred on tikanga and te ao Māori has been described as “breath-taking” and a privilege by those involved.
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Tuesday 20 December 2022
When it comes to product advertisements, consumers like a bit of mystery.
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Tuesday 20 December 2022
Sunscreen alone is not enough, University of Otago researchers are reminding people, after a study published today reveals the slip, slop, slap message is still not getting through.
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Monday 19 December 2022
Dr Isaiah Immanuel is conducting a one-year study, funded by Research for Children Aotearoa, to discover why Pasifika youth with type 1 diabetes are experiencing problems maintaining good control of their disease.
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Monday 19 December 2022
Dr Anna High is a co-director of the Centre for Law and Society at the University of Otago as well as a lecturer in the areas of Evidence Law, Jurisprudence and Chinese Law.
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Monday 19 December 2022
A study into why people choose to switch electricity providers not only provides an interesting insight into consumer behaviour, but also has important real-world implications.
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Monday 19 December 2022
Dr Joon Kim is aiming to produce the first evidence of how neural circuits in the brain control anxiety.
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Monday 19 December 2022
Race, justice and equality are key issues for Tourism Lecturer Dr Pooneh Torabian.
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Monday 19 December 2022
Dr Matthew Jenkins is bringing his background in Physical Education and Psychology to his research into helping those living with serious mental illnesses stay physically healthy.
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Monday 19 December 2022
Dr Katie Douglas foresees a day when people will visit a mental health service, undergo an assessment and walk away with a course of psychological therapy tailored to their own profile of challenges and strengths.
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