Thursday 23 March 2023
The first study into the biological response of the upper ocean in the wake of South Pacific cyclones could help predict the impact of warming ocean temperatures, New Zealand researchers believe.
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.
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.
Wednesday 21 December 2022
A University of Otago programme that tackles the big issues of sustainability, climate change and resource scarcity has been endorsed by the largest professional body for environmental practitioners worldwide. It is the first partnership of its kind in Aotearoa.
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.
Friday 4 November 2022
An Australasian university collaboration has shed new light on marine heatwaves in New Zealand’s coastal waters, utilising the two longest running daily in situ ocean temperature records in the Southern Hemisphere.
Friday 28 October 2022
The University of Otago is among the top 50 universities in the world in the newly-established QS Sustainability Rankings, and has also been ranked 10th in the world for Sustainable Education.
Friday 28 October 2022
A new scholarship honouring the life and work of Associate Professor of Zoology Donald Scott has been established by the Otago Fish and Game Council, the Clutha Fisheries Trust and the University of Otago, working closely with Associate Professor Scott’s family.
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.
Thursday 29 September 2022
Nearly 100 years after its last confirmed sighting, University of Otago researchers have revealed the genealogical story of the upokororo or New Zealand grayling.
