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19 Sep 2023
More than $32 million MBIE research funding for Otago
University of Otago researchers have been awarded more than $32 million in the l...
19 Sep 2023
Otago researchers rewarded for excellence
The breadth and strengths of University of Otago research were on display when t...
18 Sep 2023
Dr Chris Paton on WHO’s Digital Health Initiative
The World Health Organisation launched a Global Initiative on Digital Health at...
14 Sep 2023
Government invests in tiny tech with global potential
An ambitious and internationally-connected programme to leverage New Zealand’s n...
12 Sep 2023
Reflections from a career studying Aotearoa New Zealand’s reptiles
Emeritus Professor Alison Cree’s move to Dunedin in 1991 was to fill a temporary...
05 Sep 2023
Lecturers celebrated for ‘making a difference’
University of Otago lecturers have today been recognised for their teaching exce...
24 Aug 2023
Newly Appointed Associate Dean (Pacific) secures funding for research that helps Pasifika families grow
Dr Edmond Fehoko wants to empower Pacific couples to talk freely about their str...
16 Aug 2023
Possum contraceptive to protect the environment
PhD graduand Ravneel Chand caps off his postdoctoral studies this weekend, havin...
10 Aug 2023
Understanding environment use key to protection of hoiho
Researchers hope a study into how hoiho foraging grounds overlap with commercial...
03 Aug 2023
Otago establishes new School of Computing
A new School of Computing has been established at the University of Otago that b...
01 Aug 2023
When cheating pays – survival strategy of insect uncovered
Researchers have revealed the unique ‘cheating’ strategy a New Zealand insect ha...
25 Jul 2023
Holly becomes Aotearoa NZ’s first native frog detection dog
Holly, a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, is New Zealand’s first native frog-...
19 Jul 2023
Making an impact in women's football through research and community work
With her contagious energy, it’s little surprise to learn that Master of Science...
17 Jul 2023
Food insecurity a 'very complex' problem
When coming up with solutions for food insecurity, it’s important that the peopl...
11 Jul 2023
Whale of a debate put to rest
Researchers have finally settled a decades-long dispute about the evolutionary o...
10 Jul 2023
From zombi fungi to kororā with Henry the Paleoguy
Otago undergrad Henry Scott things to say about everything from Zombi fungi to D...
06 Jul 2023
Otago receives Government funding to cut food waste in aged care sector
University of Otago researchers aim to contribute to cutting food waste in the a...
05 Jul 2023
Conference exploring Food in a Changing World
It’s all about building research collaborations this week for Department of Food...
29 Jun 2023
Huhu hummus and sago salad dressing – potential of insect proteins highlighted in Otago studies
From wild cuisine to a pantry staple – University of Otago research has uncovere...
29 Jun 2023
Huhu hummus and sago salad dressing - potential of insect proteins highlighted in Otago studies
From wild cuisine to a pantry staple – University of Otago research has uncovere...
29 Jun 2023
Sciences off to World Championships
The Sciences will be well represented at the upcoming World Dragon Boat Racing C...
28 Jun 2023
Vaping a gateway to smoking for non-smokers, research shows
While vaping provides a pathway to help smokers wanting to quit, for non-smokers...
28 Jun 2023
Vaping a gateway to smoking for non-smokers, research shows
While vaping provides a pathway to help smokers wanting to quit, for non-smokers...
22 Jun 2023
Landslides taking glacier research into uncharted territory
Satellite imaging is being used by an Otago Master’s student to measure how much...
22 Jun 2023
Palaeontologist’s penguin proficiency features in upcoming videogame
Big ones, little ones, prehistoric ones, modern ones – all sorts of penguins wil...
19 Jun 2023
Scholarships support vital conservation-based research
Aotearoa New Zealand’s wildlife and natural environment will benefit from three...
19 Jun 2023
Bringing fresh perspectives on indigenous issues for Surveying tauira
Since joining the School of Surveying Te Kura Kairūri in 2019 as a lecturer in l...
16 Jun 2023
Anna Parsons: The next chapter
When Anna Parsons returns to America next month, she will take her climbing rope...
12 Jun 2023
Otago to conduct national food waste audit
Otago to conduct national food waste audit....
01 Jun 2023
Challenging expedition peak of young tramper’s career so far
Bashing through the bush on one Aotearoa New Zealand’s lesser-known walking rout...
17 May 2023
Wednesday 17 May 2023, Otago researchers reveal impact of ancient earthquake
By combining the scientific powerhouses of genetics and geology, University of O...
16 May 2023
Balancing salt and iodine intake
Increasing the iodine content in table salt or diversifying the sources of food...
11 May 2023
PhD graduand explores the cultural and therapeutic benefits of Māori story telling
Carrie Clifford (Waitaha, Kāti Māmoe, Kāi Tahu) will graduate on Saturday (May 1...
10 May 2023
Coastal People: Southern Skies inaugural symposium in Ōtepoti
The inaugural symposium of the Centre of Research Excellence (CoRE) Coastal Peop...
10 May 2023
Harnessing the power of mind wandering
Yi-Sheng Wong’s theory shines a new light on mind wandering, putting a positive...
27 Apr 2023
Ground breaking research on elite snow sport athletes
A Master of Science student is conducting ground-breaking research into the forc...
21 Apr 2023
Early learners to benefit from ‘life skills’ programme
A University of Otago-developed programme that teaches self-regulation to presch...
06 Apr 2023
Q&A with Millie Mannering – 20Twenties 2022 recipient
From the Caribbean to the High Arctic, since leaving Otago Millie has travelled...
05 Apr 2023
FEATURE: Professor Liz Franz: A first-hand experience
With an invite to play table tennis with friends, and following several decades...
29 Mar 2023
Evening activity breaks from screen time better for health
Breaking up long periods of sitting in the evening can result in lower blood sug...
28 Mar 2023
Governor-General of New Zealand acknowledges Dunedin Study’s 50-year milestone
The Governor-General of New Zealand, Her Excellency The Rt Hon Dame Cindy Kiro,...
28 Mar 2023
Fellowship allows virtual reality expert to share expertise at Otago
Even in an increasingly online world, and even when virtual reality is your own...
23 Mar 2023
Phytoplankton blooms offer insight into impacts of climate change
The first study into the biological response of the upper ocean in the wake of S...
22 Mar 2023
FEATURE: Cotter family complete GODZONE event and raise awareness for prostate cancer
Setting out from Te Anau on 23 February, Professor Jim Cotter, together with his...
20 Mar 2023
Scholarship for Ozone Hole research
A University of Otago PhD candidate has been chosen as the only person from Aote...
14 Mar 2023
14 March 2023 Adverse outcomes in adulthood for abuse survivors
Victims of childhood sexual abuse are more likely to suffer difficulties across...
07 Mar 2023
Scholarships “super helpful” for conservation related master’s projects
University of Otago master’s candidates investigating parasites in sea lion poo,...
28 Feb 2023
School of Surveying develops resource for Dunedin’s public use
School of Surveying Te Kura Kairūri academics have used their expertise and inno...
20 Feb 2023
FEATURE: From wartime orphan to wildlife authority
An extraordinary life journey has taken renowned conservationist and science edu...
09 Feb 2023
Paleontology powerhouse honoured by former students
The world’s largest penguin has been named in honour of Emeritus Professor Ewan...
02 Feb 2023
Wetlands crucial for wellbeing of environment
Wetlands play a crucial role within the world’s ecosystems, but their wellbeing...
30 Jan 2023
Podcast conversations aim to trigger curiosity and understanding
Otago international PhD graduate Amir Amini’s fascination for different viewpoin...
25 Jan 2023
Inaugural New Zealand Hydrogen Symposium
Aotearoa New Zealand’s first research-focused symposium bringing together intern...
17 Jan 2023
Stephie Loncar’s academic journey around the globe and back again
A graduate of Otago is back at the University as a researcher this year after a...