Breadcrumbs List.
Liggins Institute
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Finding the magic in maths and medicine
6 May 2026
Growing up in the shadow of Hogwarts castle, Catriona Miller might have dreamed of magic – but found power in science. Her research uses massive datasets to unlock the mysteries of human health.
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Genetic testing solves mystery of teens’ sudden deaths
21 April 2026
The discovery of a genetic cause for young people's sudden cardiac deaths will bring relief to the families and clinicians.
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Better outcomes for moderate-to-late preterm babies
14 April 2026
The MoPED study at the Liggins Institute aims to improve outcomes for babies born between 32 to 36 weeks, who represent more than 80 percent of all preterm babies.
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“The best of what a physician can be”
16 March 2026
Teenage Wayne Cutfield wanted to be a politician, but decided he could make a bigger difference as a doctor. Now he has been awarded the top annual prize for physicians in Australasia.
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Can a wearable sensor be a game-changer for type 2 diabetes care?
29 January 2026
A Liggins Institute health economist will help test whether continuous glucose monitoring can improve outcomes for people with type 2 diabetes – and deliver value for money for government.
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University of Auckland records gains in subject rankings
21 January 2026
The University has shown improvement in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject, with rises in several areas.
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In 2026, feed your microbiome what it deserves
7 January 2026
Professor Justin O'Sullivan knows all about the microbiome. But do you? Joelle Ireland gets some experts tip about its purpose.
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Triple graduate’s lifelong commitment to children’s well-being
19 December 2025
Grace Wei earned a doctorate, a masters and a diploma in the recent graduation ceremony. She is dedicated to helping children and teenagers navigate difficult situations into happier lives.
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Pursuing answers for the youngest patients
9 December 2025
Toyin Oladimeji’s path from Nigeria to the Liggins Institute saw her study how glucose levels in the womb shape child health, with Distinguished Professor Dame Jane Harding.
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Research awards support wide array of projects to improve healthcare
2 December 2025
Nine University researchers have been successful in gaining 2026 Research Career Development awards from the Health Research Council.
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A pacemaker that could help the heart heal
1 December 2025
Researchers are testing a pacemaker that syncs the heartbeat to breathing in a way that may help damaged hearts repair.
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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.