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Can New Zealand ever kick its sweet tooth?
24 September 2021
Non-sugar sweeteners such as stevia are on the rise as manufacturers respond to health concerns linked to the consumption of sugar.
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Questions on Covid-19 vaccine and pregnancy? This video has answers
23 September 2021
Pregnancy experts from around the country have contributed to a video answering common questions about the Covid-19 vaccine and pregnancy.
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World first: researchers identify potential cause and treatment for obesity and insulin resistance
21 September 2021
Researchers have shown for the first time that mesenteric (gut) lymphatic dysfunction is a potential cause of and therapeutic target for obesity and insulin resistance.
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‘Failed’ immunisation system needs to be remade urgently, doctors say
17 September 2021
A Māori paediatrician and the head of the University of Auckland’s Department of Paediatrics have called for a “failed” immunisation system to be remade from the bottom up.
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‘Glaring gap’ in health research affects Asian, ethnic minority groups
17 September 2021
Health research in Aotearoa is failing to keep up with our growing Asian, Middle Eastern, Latin American and African populations.
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Vaccine expert Helen Petousis-Harris shortlisted for global award
15 September 2021
Vaccine expert Helen Petousis-Harris is in the running for an award for researchers tackling the world’s biggest problems.
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Ka nui ake te wāhanga mahi ki ngā nēhi motuhake Māori i te pūnaha hauora o Aoteaoroa
15 September 2021
He whakatakanga tō Josephine Davis o Waipapa Taumata Rau ki te hiki i wāhanga ki ngā nēhi motuhake Māori i te pūnaha hauora o Aotearoa.
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Bioengineers receive MBIE funding to develop ‘electroceutical’ to treat heart disease
10 September 2021
Researchers at the ABI have been awarded over $1 million by MBIE’s Endeavour Fund to develop an implantable medical device that activates nerves to treat heart disease.
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We throw away less food during lockdown
8 September 2021
We waste less food during lockdown, according to new research.
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Magic mushrooms: Siouxsie Wiles hunts for antibiotics in fungi
8 September 2021
What wonders lie within Aotearoa’s fungi? Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles and her team hunt for new antibiotics to prevent deadly diseases.
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Smart ideas receive $24m in research funding
8 September 2021
Success for research teams across the University in country's largest contestable funding round.
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Challenges and coping mechanisms: student's mental health tips
1 September 2021
Mental Health Awareness Week is later this month. But University of Auckland student Yvonne Ruan says every day is a good day to be aware of your mental health. She offers her story and tips.
