Breadcrumbs List.
Faculty of Science
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    The brain, the body and the power of art
4 November 2025
How does science explain moments when we are captivated by the arts? Janet McAllister goes in search of new research that explores the ways in which to be human is to need the arts.
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    Marcel Thompson: spirit guide
4 November 2025
Working with some of the gin world’s biggest brands straight out of University launched Marcel Thompson into a career steeped in the spirit.
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    Taking Issue: Do protests work?
4 November 2025
Taking to the streets has long been a way to demand action from our leaders. But Ingenio asks six academics: are protests still an effective means to bring about change?
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    Join the movement for osteoarthritis research
3 November 2025
Exercise is the best medicine for osteoarthritis, but what if you don’t know where to start?
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    Weighing the case for a ‘right to disconnect’
3 November 2025
Messaging and email puncture the line between the office and home. Experts discuss how we might harness flexible communication but avoid the perils of burnout.
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    Tattoos tell research stories
3 November 2025
Animal behaviour academic Juli Gaviraghi Mussoi has a tradition of honouring her research subjects in a distinctive way.
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    Stop and think: Neuroscientist’s research for road safety
3 November 2025
Early-career talent Dr Corey Wadsley is returning home to research how the brain stops and redirects our actions.
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    Why did scientists stage a spider sports event?
31 October 2025
Yes, seriously. The aim was to assess the threat from an invasive species.
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    ‘Brilliant minds’ explore tech to help the planet
31 October 2025
International cleantech expert Lucy Chatburn will offer cutting-edge insights at the Blue and Green Technology Conference in Auckland in December.
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    Four smart ideas to shift NZ to a more affordable, sustainable energy future
28 October 2025
University of Auckland researchers are working on four smart ideas to enhance resilience and sustainabilty in the country's energy needs.
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    Awards celebrate research excellence and innovation
24 October 2025
Celebrating Research Excellence Awards 2025 recognise University's top researchers, research support staff and best theses.
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    All eyes (and ears) on the gene tech bill
23 October 2025
Opinion: Lauren Baal considers what we have and haven't learned from past mistakes regarding the containment of new gene technologies.