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Social media can't be entirely blamed for the 'anxious generation'.

14 May 2025

Commentary: research shows that social media contributes both positively and negatively to young people’s mental health; and that where there are negative effects, these are often overstated.
‘Giant in stroke research’ focuses on role of nurses

9 May 2025

Professor Julia Slark's compassion, kindness and sense of social justice underpins her leadership of the School of Nursing and stroke research.
Empowering whānau through culturally safe cancer screening

8 May 2025

PhD candidate Nadine Riwai hopes to transform national cancer screening for Māori.
New test could help more women beat ‘silent killer’

7 May 2025

University of Auckland researchers are working to develop a new test that could help women access a revolutionary treatment for ovarian cancer.
Vape stores clustered around schools

7 May 2025

Almost half of New Zealand schools are within a short walking distance of a specialist vape retailer, despite a law aimed at preventing vape stores near schools.
Your phone will see you now, about your asthma

6 May 2025

Commentary: New and emerging technologies are likely to revolutionise asthma management, says Amy Chan.
Mushroom testing could be magic

2 May 2025

Magic mushrooms are coming under the microscope, as scientists at the University of Auckland forage for evidence to support a drug-checking service with the goal of reducing harm.
Are autistic people being over-medicated?

2 May 2025

Clearer prescribing guidelines for people with autism are needed to ensure they are not over-medicated or missing out.
Graduate on a mission to save lives

1 May 2025

First-hand experience of addiction and recovery has inspired Emily Duncan’s academic journey.
Mike Dragunow: breakthroughs with the brain

1 May 2025

Integrating AI with computer-based models is one of the latest means the neuropharmacologist is working on to stay at the leading edge of developing drugs for brain disorders.
NZ a ‘unique laboratory’ for inﬂuenza research

29 April 2025

New Zealand’s successful elimination of Covid-19 during the early stages of the pandemic not only saved lives but also provided a unique opportunity for world-leading research into the transmission and impact of influenza.
Local legend’s legacy continues with new scholarship

29 April 2025

Ray Wang and Emi O’Connor, inaugural recipients of the Geoff Ricketts Heartland Bank scholarship, are ready to take on University life.

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