UC Science Blog
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Indigenous perspective infuses passion for the environment
A UC Science graduate is confident her studies have equipped her to be a future environmental leader and changemaker.
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Indigenous perspective infuses passion for the environment
A UC Science graduate is confident her studies have equipped her to be a future environmental leader and changemaker.
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Indigenous perspective infuses passion for the environment
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Ngāi Tahu Research Centre appoints its first Professor
The Ngāi Tahu Research Centre has appointed its first Professor, Dr Shaun Ogilvie, Te Arawa (Ngāti Whakahemo), Ngāti Awa (Ngāti Pūkeko) and Pākehā, as Professor of Ecology and the Environment, a co-appointment with the College of Science, at the University of Canterbury.
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Ngāi Tahu Research Centre appoints its first Professor
The Ngāi Tahu Research Centre has appointed its first Professor, Dr Shaun Ogilvie, Te Arawa (Ngāti Whakahemo), Ngāti Awa (Ngāti Pūkeko) and Pākehā, as Professor of Ecology and the Environment, a co-appointment with the College of Science, at the University of Canterbury.
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Ngāi Tahu Research Centre appoints its first Professor
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UC and KidsFest explore the power of science
The University of Canterbury (UC) was proud to once again partner with the Christchurch City Council and Tūranga for KidsFest 2021.
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UC and KidsFest explore the power of science
The University of Canterbury (UC) was proud to once again partner with the Christchurch City Council and Tūranga for KidsFest 2021.
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UC and KidsFest explore the power of science
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Pacific health promoter turned doctoral researcher awarded HRC Fellowship
He’s been a literal ‘posterboy’ for the University of Canterbury (UC), Les Mills, ChristchurchNZ, All Right? and Covid-19 vaccination campaigns – now UC doctoral student Suli Tuitaupe’s passion for wellbeing and health equity has earned him a research fellowship to improve health outcomes for Pacific people.
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Pacific health promoter turned doctoral researcher awarded HRC Fellowship
He’s been a literal ‘posterboy’ for the University of Canterbury (UC), Les Mills, ChristchurchNZ, All Right? and Covid-19 vaccination campaigns – now UC doctoral student Suli Tuitaupe’s passion for wellbeing and health equity has earned him a research fellowship to improve health outcomes for Pacific people.
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Pacific health promoter turned doctoral researcher awarded HRC Fellowship
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UC professors’ exceptional contribution recognised
Outstanding professors who have retired from the University of Canterbury (UC) over the past year but continue to contribute and inspire have been acknowledged at a celebration event.
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UC professors’ exceptional contribution recognised
Outstanding professors who have retired from the University of Canterbury (UC) over the past year but continue to contribute and inspire have been acknowledged at a celebration event.
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UC professors’ exceptional contribution recognised
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UC lecturer's focus on enriching the learning experience
A belief in effective teaching compelled Associate Professor Adrian Clark to gain his latest tertiary qualification.
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UC lecturer's focus on enriching the learning experience
A belief in effective teaching compelled Associate Professor Adrian Clark to gain his latest tertiary qualification.
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UC lecturer's focus on enriching the learning experience
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Climate change impact on youth mental health explored
What are the biggest influences on youth mental health and how does experiencing climate change-related events, such as floods and bushfires, affect young people?
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Climate change impact on youth mental health explored
What are the biggest influences on youth mental health and how does experiencing climate change-related events, such as floods and bushfires, affect young people?
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Climate change impact on youth mental health explored
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Supporting kura kaupapa Māori students into university life
Lilly Eckhold is breaking through barriers as a student from a kura kaupapa Māori background and the first of her whānau to go to university.
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Supporting kura kaupapa Māori students into university life
Lilly Eckhold is breaking through barriers as a student from a kura kaupapa Māori background and the first of her whānau to go to university.
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Supporting kura kaupapa Māori students into university life
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New health doctorate caters to working professionals
The University of Canterbury (UC) has created a new doctoral degree specifically designed to suit working professionals with a background in health.
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New health doctorate caters to working professionals
The University of Canterbury (UC) has created a new doctoral degree specifically designed to suit working professionals with a background in health.
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New health doctorate caters to working professionals
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New Zealand is right to pause travel to Australia. It buys time to upgrade its COVID-19 response
With the trans-Tasman travel bubble burst, now is the time to upgrade our Covid response against the threat of a Delta variant outbreak. Read more from University of Canterbury's Dr Matt Hobbs in a new article on The Conversation.
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New Zealand is right to pause travel to Australia. It buys time to upgrade its COVID-19 response
With the trans-Tasman travel bubble burst, now is the time to upgrade our Covid response against the threat of a Delta variant outbreak. Read more from University of Canterbury's Dr Matt Hobbs in a new article on The Conversation.
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New Zealand is right to pause travel to Australia. It buys time to upgrade its COVID-19 response
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Why NZ is more vulnerable to a new COVID-19 outbreak than ever before
A culture of complacency, new variants and vulnerability at the border - we are more susceptible to a Covid-19 outbreak than ever before. Less than an hour after Wellington's precautionary move to alert level 2, University of Canterbury academics Matthew Hobbs, Malcolm Campbell and University of Otago's Lesley Gray published an article to The Conversation, explaining the current risks to our community.
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Why NZ is more vulnerable to a new COVID-19 outbreak than ever before
A culture of complacency, new variants and vulnerability at the border - we are more susceptible to a Covid-19 outbreak than ever before. Less than an hour after Wellington's precautionary move to alert level 2, University of Canterbury academics Matthew Hobbs, Malcolm Campbell and University of Otago's Lesley Gray published an article to The Conversation, explaining the current risks to our community.
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Why NZ is more vulnerable to a new COVID-19 outbreak than ever before
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At least four in five New Zealanders will have to be vaccinated before border controls can be fully relaxed
UC's Professor Michael Plank, UoA's Professor Shaun Hendy and UoA's Nicholas Steyn argue that Aotearoa New Zealand needs to reach population immunity before any blanket border reopening. Find out more in their new article on The Conversation.
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At least four in five New Zealanders will have to be vaccinated before border controls can be fully relaxed
UC's Professor Michael Plank, UoA's Professor Shaun Hendy and UoA's Nicholas Steyn argue that Aotearoa New Zealand needs to reach population immunity before any blanket border reopening. Find out more in their new article on The Conversation.
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At least four in five New Zealanders will have to be vaccinated before border controls can be fully relaxed
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New Zealand approves Pfizer vaccine for young people from 12 to 15, but they'll have to wait their turn
In a new article on The Conversation, UC's Professor Michael Plank writes that vaccinating young people is key to ensuring our community is protected from Covid-19.
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New Zealand approves Pfizer vaccine for young people from 12 to 15, but they'll have to wait their turn
In a new article on The Conversation, UC's Professor Michael Plank writes that vaccinating young people is key to ensuring our community is protected from Covid-19.
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New Zealand approves Pfizer vaccine for young people from 12 to 15, but they'll have to wait their turn
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After its first suspected Delta variant community case, New Zealand goes into short, sharp nationwide lockdown
New Zealanders are back in their bubbles after Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced a three day alert level 4 lockdown for the entire country, and a seven day period for Auckland, following the confirmation of a community case — most likely infected with the Delta variant.
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After its first suspected Delta variant community case, New Zealand goes into short, sharp nationwide lockdown
New Zealanders are back in their bubbles after Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced a three day alert level 4 lockdown for the entire country, and a seven day period for Auckland, following the confirmation of a community case — most likely infected with the Delta variant.
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After its first suspected Delta variant community case, New Zealand goes into short, sharp nationwide lockdown
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Canterbury students tackle career options as interns for the Crusaders
Students at the University of Canterbury are getting valuable, real-life experience working for one of the country’s leading rugby teams, the Crusaders.
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Canterbury students tackle career options as interns for the Crusaders
Students at the University of Canterbury are getting valuable, real-life experience working for one of the country’s leading rugby teams, the Crusaders.
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Canterbury students tackle career options as interns for the Crusaders
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Tackling knock-on effects of concussion – can we make rugby safer?
University of Canterbury (UC) researchers are tackling the knock-on effects of playing rugby by engineering a better way to protect young players’ brains from concussion.
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Tackling knock-on effects of concussion – can we make rugby safer?
University of Canterbury (UC) researchers are tackling the knock-on effects of playing rugby by engineering a better way to protect young players’ brains from concussion.
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Tackling knock-on effects of concussion – can we make rugby safer?
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Students tackle challenge of future health
Canterbury tertiary students have come up with innovative ideas to reimagine New Zealand’s healthcare system.
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Students tackle challenge of future health
Canterbury tertiary students have come up with innovative ideas to reimagine New Zealand’s healthcare system.
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Students tackle challenge of future health
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UC Master’s mapping reveals geographical cavities
Noticing inequalities in access to dental care, oral health therapist, Joanne Lee was inspired to complete her Masters.
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UC Master’s mapping reveals geographical cavities
Noticing inequalities in access to dental care, oral health therapist, Joanne Lee was inspired to complete her Masters.
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UC Master’s mapping reveals geographical cavities
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NZ still uses wood preservative linked to arsenic pollution
Associate Professor Clemens Altaner discusses the local use of preservative linked to arsenic pollution.
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NZ still uses wood preservative linked to arsenic pollution
Associate Professor Clemens Altaner discusses the local use of preservative linked to arsenic pollution.
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NZ still uses wood preservative linked to arsenic pollution
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UC Geography on the rise in global subject rankings
New international rankings have placed three University of Canterbury (UC) subjects in the Top 100 of all universities globally.
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UC Geography on the rise in global subject rankings
New international rankings have placed three University of Canterbury (UC) subjects in the Top 100 of all universities globally.
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UC Geography on the rise in global subject rankings
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From solving the South Island High Country puzzle to medallist
A passion for the environment and problem-solving sparked Professor Ann Brower’s interest in New Zealand’s land tenure review process, research that culminated in the passing of new legislation earlier this year.
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From solving the South Island High Country puzzle to medallist
A passion for the environment and problem-solving sparked Professor Ann Brower’s interest in New Zealand’s land tenure review process, research that culminated in the passing of new legislation earlier this year.
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From solving the South Island High Country puzzle to medallist
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New research reveals climate change origins of Great Barrier Reef
Sea-level changes caused by melting ice sheets hundreds of thousands of years ago triggered the formation of K’gari (Fraser Island) – the world’s largest sand island – and the creation of Australia’s iconic Great Barrier Reef, a new study has found.
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New research reveals climate change origins of Great Barrier Reef
Sea-level changes caused by melting ice sheets hundreds of thousands of years ago triggered the formation of K’gari (Fraser Island) – the world’s largest sand island – and the creation of Australia’s iconic Great Barrier Reef, a new study has found.
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New research reveals climate change origins of Great Barrier Reef
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New source of fire records gives a bigger picture of risks
Delving into Australia's fire history: Insights from Dr Patton and Professor Shulmeister on The Conversation.
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New source of fire records gives a bigger picture of risks
Delving into Australia's fire history: Insights from Dr Patton and Professor Shulmeister on The Conversation.
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New source of fire records gives a bigger picture of risks
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Protecting river biodiversity wins top science prize
Dr Jonathan Tonkin has won the 2022 Te Puiaki Kaipūtaiao Maea, Prime Minister’s MacDiarmid Emerging Scientist Prize, it was announced last night.
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Protecting river biodiversity wins top science prize
Dr Jonathan Tonkin has won the 2022 Te Puiaki Kaipūtaiao Maea, Prime Minister’s MacDiarmid Emerging Scientist Prize, it was announced last night.
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Protecting river biodiversity wins top science prize
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Spying on seals from space
A first-of-its-kind research project will use data collected from high-resolution satellite images to help scientists gain insights into Weddell Seal populations in Antarctica’s Ross Sea region.
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Spying on seals from space
A first-of-its-kind research project will use data collected from high-resolution satellite images to help scientists gain insights into Weddell Seal populations in Antarctica’s Ross Sea region.
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Spying on seals from space
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The climate impact of wild pigs greater than a million cars
By uprooting carbon trapped in soil, wild pigs are releasing around 4.9 million metric tonnes of carbon dioxide annually across the globe, the equivalent of 1.1 million cars
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The climate impact of wild pigs greater than a million cars
By uprooting carbon trapped in soil, wild pigs are releasing around 4.9 million metric tonnes of carbon dioxide annually across the globe, the equivalent of 1.1 million cars
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The climate impact of wild pigs greater than a million cars
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UC and ECan team up for the environment
The University of Canterbury (UC) and Environment Canterbury are teaming up to tackle some of the most pressing environmental issues of our time.
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UC and ECan team up for the environment
The University of Canterbury (UC) and Environment Canterbury are teaming up to tackle some of the most pressing environmental issues of our time.
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UC and ECan team up for the environment
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Unfolding the mystery of the first kiwi specimen
A new article on The Conversation from Adjunct Professor Paul Schofield and UC Fellow Vanesa De Pietri sheds light on the 200 year old mystery surrounding where the first kiwi specimen was collected, and the repercussions this could have for kiwi conservation.
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Unfolding the mystery of the first kiwi specimen
A new article on The Conversation from Adjunct Professor Paul Schofield and UC Fellow Vanesa De Pietri sheds light on the 200 year old mystery surrounding where the first kiwi specimen was collected, and the repercussions this could have for kiwi conservation.
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Unfolding the mystery of the first kiwi specimen
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Wildfire clues uncovered in ancient sand dunes
Valuable new information about the future risk of wildfires has been discovered in Australian sand dunes where researchers have uncovered the remnants of fires lit thousands of years ago.
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Wildfire clues uncovered in ancient sand dunes
Valuable new information about the future risk of wildfires has been discovered in Australian sand dunes where researchers have uncovered the remnants of fires lit thousands of years ago.
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Wildfire clues uncovered in ancient sand dunes
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With seas rising and storms surging, who will pay for New Zealand’s most vulnerable coastal properties?
University of Canterbury Dr Tom Logan's call for action asks for governments to prepare better for uninsurable properties related to rising sea levels in a new article on The Conversation.
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With seas rising and storms surging, who will pay for New Zealand’s most vulnerable coastal properties?
University of Canterbury Dr Tom Logan's call for action asks for governments to prepare better for uninsurable properties related to rising sea levels in a new article on The Conversation.
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With seas rising and storms surging, who will pay for New Zealand’s most vulnerable coastal properties?
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One size does not fit all in Antarctica: climate change to impact seal species differently
A University of Canterbury-led international study, published today in Global Change Biology, reveals how climate change may impact seals in one of the world’s most remote ocean regions, Antarctica’s Weddell Sea.
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One size does not fit all in Antarctica: climate change to impact seal species differently
A University of Canterbury-led international study, published today in Global Change Biology, reveals how climate change may impact seals in one of the world’s most remote ocean regions, Antarctica’s Weddell Sea.
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One size does not fit all in Antarctica: climate change to impact seal species differently
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Not another COVID eviction story – contested spaces in Christchurch Central City
University of Canterbury's School of Earth and Environment lecturer Lindsey Conrow discusses the Tarāpuka | Black-billed gulls and their contention with urban developers over an Armagh Street site in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
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Not another COVID eviction story – contested spaces in Christchurch Central City
University of Canterbury's School of Earth and Environment lecturer Lindsey Conrow discusses the Tarāpuka | Black-billed gulls and their contention with urban developers over an Armagh Street site in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
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Not another COVID eviction story – contested spaces in Christchurch Central City
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Uncovering early Māori settlement on the Subantarctic Islands
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Uncovering early Māori settlement on the Subantarctic Islands
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Uncovering early Māori settlement on the Subantarctic Islands
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Ground-breaking study uses pine slash to improve soil
Pine slash – a major problem after recent flooding events – could be chipped and used to rehabilitate soil, new research from the University of Canterbury and ESR suggests.
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Ground-breaking study uses pine slash to improve soil
Pine slash – a major problem after recent flooding events – could be chipped and used to rehabilitate soil, new research from the University of Canterbury and ESR suggests.
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Ground-breaking study uses pine slash to improve soil
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Giraffes help spark Canterbury biologist’s towering career
As a child Elissa Cameron loved to sit and watch animals in her Christchurch backyard, and her dream job was to study giraffes in Africa.
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Giraffes help spark Canterbury biologist’s towering career
As a child Elissa Cameron loved to sit and watch animals in her Christchurch backyard, and her dream job was to study giraffes in Africa.
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Giraffes help spark Canterbury biologist’s towering career
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Ocean-swimming scientist dives deep into wellbeing with prestigious fellowship
Christchurch scientist, University of Canterbury Lecturer Dr Essie Rodgers has been awarded the 2022 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science New Zealand fellowship to further her research into conservation and how the quality of waterways impacts human mental health and wellbeing.
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Ocean-swimming scientist dives deep into wellbeing with prestigious fellowship
Christchurch scientist, University of Canterbury Lecturer Dr Essie Rodgers has been awarded the 2022 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science New Zealand fellowship to further her research into conservation and how the quality of waterways impacts human mental health and wellbeing.
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Ocean-swimming scientist dives deep into wellbeing with prestigious fellowship
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Research to take guesswork out of impact of whitebaiting
New research into whitebait fishing will address whether whitebait are in decline and assess the impact of commercial and recreational whitebaiting on the long-term sustainability of the species.
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Research to take guesswork out of impact of whitebaiting
New research into whitebait fishing will address whether whitebait are in decline and assess the impact of commercial and recreational whitebaiting on the long-term sustainability of the species.
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Research to take guesswork out of impact of whitebaiting
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Babies’ balance tested in new research
A new study will explore for the first time whether babies with hearing loss could also benefit from being tested for balance problems at an early age.
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Babies’ balance tested in new research
A new study will explore for the first time whether babies with hearing loss could also benefit from being tested for balance problems at an early age.
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Babies’ balance tested in new research
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Looking ahead to COP27 – Expert Reaction
As the world turns its attention to the UN Climate Change Conference, political scientist Professor Bronwyn Hayward comments for the Science Media Centre on what she sees on the horizon for this event.
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Looking ahead to COP27 – Expert Reaction
As the world turns its attention to the UN Climate Change Conference, political scientist Professor Bronwyn Hayward comments for the Science Media Centre on what she sees on the horizon for this event.
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Looking ahead to COP27 – Expert Reaction
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Award for researcher’s efforts to help NZers stay healthy
Wanting people to live healthier and happier lives is a big motivation for public health researcher Dr Matt Hobbs, who has been recognised for outstanding work in his field.
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Award for researcher’s efforts to help NZers stay healthy
Wanting people to live healthier and happier lives is a big motivation for public health researcher Dr Matt Hobbs, who has been recognised for outstanding work in his field.
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Award for researcher’s efforts to help NZers stay healthy
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COVID-19 and the unexplored role of neighbourhood deprivation
New research led by the University of Canterbury (UC) takes a closer look at Aotearoa New Zealand’s COVID-19 response to determine whether our one-size-fits-all ‘lockdown’ policy is fit for purpose.
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COVID-19 and the unexplored role of neighbourhood deprivation
New research led by the University of Canterbury (UC) takes a closer look at Aotearoa New Zealand’s COVID-19 response to determine whether our one-size-fits-all ‘lockdown’ policy is fit for purpose.
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COVID-19 and the unexplored role of neighbourhood deprivation
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Natural products on the way for endometriosis patients
People living with endometriosis may soon be able to use natural products to manage symptoms, thanks to a University of Canterbury (UC) student.
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Natural products on the way for endometriosis patients
People living with endometriosis may soon be able to use natural products to manage symptoms, thanks to a University of Canterbury (UC) student.
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Natural products on the way for endometriosis patients
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New study maps transience of NZ population
A newly published UC study may help town planners and policymakers design better services for their communities.
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New study maps transience of NZ population
A newly published UC study may help town planners and policymakers design better services for their communities.
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New study maps transience of NZ population
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NZ must consider restricting alcohol sponsorship of broadcast sports as part of a wider law reform
Senior Lecturer in Public Health Dr Matt Hobbs outlines the case for both changing the appeals process and restricting alcohol sponsorship of broadcast sports, in a collaborative article on The Conversation.
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NZ must consider restricting alcohol sponsorship of broadcast sports as part of a wider law reform
Senior Lecturer in Public Health Dr Matt Hobbs outlines the case for both changing the appeals process and restricting alcohol sponsorship of broadcast sports, in a collaborative article on The Conversation.
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NZ must consider restricting alcohol sponsorship of broadcast sports as part of a wider law reform
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Our cities are making us fat and unhealthy – a ‘healthy location index’ can help us plan better
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Our cities are making us fat and unhealthy – a ‘healthy location index’ can help us plan better
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Our cities are making us fat and unhealthy – a ‘healthy location index’ can help us plan better
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Research students’ creativity pays off at quick-fire challenge
From volcanic hazards to student engagement in performing arts, the UC’s fast-paced Research Student Showcase highlighted a range of outstanding research topics.
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Research students’ creativity pays off at quick-fire challenge
From volcanic hazards to student engagement in performing arts, the UC’s fast-paced Research Student Showcase highlighted a range of outstanding research topics.
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Research students’ creativity pays off at quick-fire challenge
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Famous Canterbury graduate Ernest Rutherford turns 150
The University of Canterbury is commemorating 150 years since the birth of one of its most famous scientists, academics and alumni, despite the postponement of some of the planned celebratory events due to the Covid-19 lockdown.
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Famous Canterbury graduate Ernest Rutherford turns 150
The University of Canterbury is commemorating 150 years since the birth of one of its most famous scientists, academics and alumni, despite the postponement of some of the planned celebratory events due to the Covid-19 lockdown.
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Famous Canterbury graduate Ernest Rutherford turns 150
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Universities band together to boost study of waterways
Two Canterbury tertiary institutions have signed an agreement to run postgraduate degree programmes as jointly awarded courses – a first in New Zealand.
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Universities band together to boost study of waterways
Two Canterbury tertiary institutions have signed an agreement to run postgraduate degree programmes as jointly awarded courses – a first in New Zealand.
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Universities band together to boost study of waterways
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New mentors to boost Māori aspirations in UC research
Research that benefits Māori helps all New Zealanders, say two Senior Kaiārahi Māori Research Advisors newly appointed at the University of Canterbury (UC).
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New mentors to boost Māori aspirations in UC research
Research that benefits Māori helps all New Zealanders, say two Senior Kaiārahi Māori Research Advisors newly appointed at the University of Canterbury (UC).
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New mentors to boost Māori aspirations in UC research
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Canterbury Master's student to become Rhodes Scholar at Oxford
A University of Canterbury Master's student in Mathematics is among the three New Zealand students chosen to take up a Rhodes Scholarship at Oxford University.
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Canterbury Master's student to become Rhodes Scholar at Oxford
A University of Canterbury Master's student in Mathematics is among the three New Zealand students chosen to take up a Rhodes Scholarship at Oxford University.
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Canterbury Master's student to become Rhodes Scholar at Oxford
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Middle aged skaters, surfers & snowboarders
When imagining the stereotypical surfer, skateboarder or snowboarder, we likely picture a young, fit, reckless male.
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Middle aged skaters, surfers & snowboarders
When imagining the stereotypical surfer, skateboarder or snowboarder, we likely picture a young, fit, reckless male.
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Middle aged skaters, surfers & snowboarders
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Injuries didn't determine cricket final outcome, but there still should be less of them
While the prevalence of injuries doesn't necessarily predict outcomes at the elite level, there is no doubt that preventing injuries is in the interest of individual players and the international teams they play for.
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Injuries didn't determine cricket final outcome, but there still should be less of them
While the prevalence of injuries doesn't necessarily predict outcomes at the elite level, there is no doubt that preventing injuries is in the interest of individual players and the international teams they play for.
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Injuries didn't determine cricket final outcome, but there still should be less of them
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Cyclone Gabrielle triggered more destructive ‘slash’
On The Conversation, Adjunct Senior Fellow Mark Bloomberg covers why NZ must change how it grows trees on fragile land.
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Cyclone Gabrielle triggered more destructive ‘slash’
On The Conversation, Adjunct Senior Fellow Mark Bloomberg covers why NZ must change how it grows trees on fragile land.
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Cyclone Gabrielle triggered more destructive ‘slash’
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NZ maple syrup mission taps into hi-tech imaging
Magnified 3D images of the inside of a maple tree could take Kiwi scientists from UC a step closer to making home-grown maple syrup.
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NZ maple syrup mission taps into hi-tech imaging
Magnified 3D images of the inside of a maple tree could take Kiwi scientists from UC a step closer to making home-grown maple syrup.
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NZ maple syrup mission taps into hi-tech imaging
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The President and members of FORSOC recently presented the School with a tōtara and commemorative plaque.
The tōtara and plaque were presented by FORSOC to commemorate 50 years of forestry education.
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The President and members of FORSOC recently presented the School with a tōtara and commemorative plaque.
The tōtara and plaque were presented by FORSOC to commemorate 50 years of forestry education.
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The President and members of FORSOC recently presented the School with a tōtara and commemorative plaque.
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Sustainability leaders honoured with university awards
A Canterbury academic committed to the protection of freshwater and marine ecosystems is one of three sustainability award winners at the University of Canterbury.
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Sustainability leaders honoured with university awards
A Canterbury academic committed to the protection of freshwater and marine ecosystems is one of three sustainability award winners at the University of Canterbury.
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Sustainability leaders honoured with university awards
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New technology could help find warning signs of breast cancer
A University of Canterbury (UC) student has come up with a new computerised method of reading mammograms that could help radiologists detect warning signs of breast cancer.
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New technology could help find warning signs of breast cancer
A University of Canterbury (UC) student has come up with a new computerised method of reading mammograms that could help radiologists detect warning signs of breast cancer.
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New technology could help find warning signs of breast cancer
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Is ‘Spot’ a good dog? Why we’re right to worry about unleashing robot quadrupeds
In a new article on The Conversation, International Relations Associate Professor Jeremy Moses and Dr Geoffrey Ford write that we should remain wary of developers shaping our sentiment on quadrupeds.
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Is ‘Spot’ a good dog? Why we’re right to worry about unleashing robot quadrupeds
In a new article on The Conversation, International Relations Associate Professor Jeremy Moses and Dr Geoffrey Ford write that we should remain wary of developers shaping our sentiment on quadrupeds.
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Is ‘Spot’ a good dog? Why we’re right to worry about unleashing robot quadrupeds
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How New Zealand could ‘brew up’ new foods to reduce agricultural emissions
In a new article on The Conversation, University of Canterbury's Dr Ian Mason looks at a proportion of dairy and meat farming could be replaced by "precision fermentation."
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How New Zealand could ‘brew up’ new foods to reduce agricultural emissions
In a new article on The Conversation, University of Canterbury's Dr Ian Mason looks at a proportion of dairy and meat farming could be replaced by "precision fermentation."
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How New Zealand could ‘brew up’ new foods to reduce agricultural emissions
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PhD Research Opportunity
In collaboration with the University of Canterbury and the Institute for Environmental Science and Research (ESR), an opportunity is available to undertake a PhD project in the field of wastewater treatment/management.
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PhD Research Opportunity
In collaboration with the University of Canterbury and the Institute for Environmental Science and Research (ESR), an opportunity is available to undertake a PhD project in the field of wastewater treatment/management.
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PhD Research Opportunity
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Kiwi team funded $9.9m to take biology research into space
An interdisciplinary team led by a stellar Canterbury academic is taking one giant leap into a new sector of the global aerospace industry.
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Kiwi team funded $9.9m to take biology research into space
An interdisciplinary team led by a stellar Canterbury academic is taking one giant leap into a new sector of the global aerospace industry.
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Kiwi team funded $9.9m to take biology research into space
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When loving the sea becomes destructive
Kiwis love gathering seafood, but one expert is calling for more consideration of the impacts of our enthusiasm in the wake of a summer of devastation for Kaikōura’s pāua population, combined with increasing stress on marine species.
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When loving the sea becomes destructive
Kiwis love gathering seafood, but one expert is calling for more consideration of the impacts of our enthusiasm in the wake of a summer of devastation for Kaikōura’s pāua population, combined with increasing stress on marine species.
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When loving the sea becomes destructive
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Graduation a milestone for UCSA president
Politics and social connections have played a big role in Pierce Crowley’s experience at the University of Canterbury so far.
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Graduation a milestone for UCSA president
Politics and social connections have played a big role in Pierce Crowley’s experience at the University of Canterbury so far.
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Graduation a milestone for UCSA president
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New Zealand could take a global lead in controlling the development of ‘killer robots’ — so why isn’t it?
University of Canterbury's Associate Professor Jeremy Moses, Dr Geoffrey Ford and Dr Sian Troath explore NZ's political and economic barriers to regulating autonomous weapons in a new article on The Conversation.
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New Zealand could take a global lead in controlling the development of ‘killer robots’ — so why isn’t it?
University of Canterbury's Associate Professor Jeremy Moses, Dr Geoffrey Ford and Dr Sian Troath explore NZ's political and economic barriers to regulating autonomous weapons in a new article on The Conversation.
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New Zealand could take a global lead in controlling the development of ‘killer robots’ — so why isn’t it?
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UC remembers founding political scientist who wrote Pavlova Paradise
The Hon Dr Austin Mitchell ONZM, a former academic member and friend of the University of Canterbury’s Political Science and International Relations department has died at the age of 86 in Grimsby, England, a city he served as a Member of Parliament for 38 years.
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UC remembers founding political scientist who wrote Pavlova Paradise
The Hon Dr Austin Mitchell ONZM, a former academic member and friend of the University of Canterbury’s Political Science and International Relations department has died at the age of 86 in Grimsby, England, a city he served as a Member of Parliament for 38 years.
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UC remembers founding political scientist who wrote Pavlova Paradise
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US incredibly vulnerable as Trump is impeached
UC Head of Political Science Professor Alex Tan comments on the impeachment of Donald Trump.
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US incredibly vulnerable as Trump is impeached
UC Head of Political Science Professor Alex Tan comments on the impeachment of Donald Trump.
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US incredibly vulnerable as Trump is impeached
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Contrasting styles, some substance: five experts on the first TV leaders’ debate of NZ’s election
Prime Minister and Labour leader Jacinda Ardern and National Party leader Judith Collins have met for the first televised debate of the 2020 election campaign. UC's Professor Bronwyn Hayward was one of five experts watching the debate closely for what it revealed about policy, performance and the likely tone of the campaign to come.
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Contrasting styles, some substance: five experts on the first TV leaders’ debate of NZ’s election
Prime Minister and Labour leader Jacinda Ardern and National Party leader Judith Collins have met for the first televised debate of the 2020 election campaign. UC's Professor Bronwyn Hayward was one of five experts watching the debate closely for what it revealed about policy, performance and the likely tone of the campaign to come.
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Contrasting styles, some substance: five experts on the first TV leaders’ debate of NZ’s election
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Students embrace politics in countdown to 2020 election
Students at the University of Canterbury (UC) have organised a number of events to connect young voters with political candidates in the lead-up to the 2020 elections.
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Students embrace politics in countdown to 2020 election
Students at the University of Canterbury (UC) have organised a number of events to connect young voters with political candidates in the lead-up to the 2020 elections.
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Students embrace politics in countdown to 2020 election
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Abuse in care redress must be survivor-led
Designing a redress system for survivors of abuse in care is of utmost importance to achieve healing, new co-chair says.
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Abuse in care redress must be survivor-led
Designing a redress system for survivors of abuse in care is of utmost importance to achieve healing, new co-chair says.
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Abuse in care redress must be survivor-led
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Canterbury researchers funded to tackle child health challenges
University of Canterbury researchers are leading innovative studies to research and improve child health in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Canterbury researchers funded to tackle child health challenges
University of Canterbury researchers are leading innovative studies to research and improve child health in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Canterbury researchers funded to tackle child health challenges
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From robotic motion to measuring climbing performance – showcasing biomechanics to young people
Her first encounter with biomechanics was training humanoid robots to perform human-like motion – and since then Nina Pernus hasn’t looked back. The University of Canterbury (UC) Biomechanics in Sports Coaching teaching assistant, and Bioengineering PhD student, now wants to show young people - and especially young women - the many opportunities available in the multidisciplinary field of biomechanics.
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From robotic motion to measuring climbing performance – showcasing biomechanics to young people
Her first encounter with biomechanics was training humanoid robots to perform human-like motion – and since then Nina Pernus hasn’t looked back. The University of Canterbury (UC) Biomechanics in Sports Coaching teaching assistant, and Bioengineering PhD student, now wants to show young people - and especially young women - the many opportunities available in the multidisciplinary field of biomechanics.
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From robotic motion to measuring climbing performance – showcasing biomechanics to young people
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Latest child wellbeing research showcased at UC event
From quality sleep to developing language, experts will share their expertise on many aspects of child well-being at a symposium at the University of Canterbury (UC) this week.
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Latest child wellbeing research showcased at UC event
From quality sleep to developing language, experts will share their expertise on many aspects of child well-being at a symposium at the University of Canterbury (UC) this week.
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Latest child wellbeing research showcased at UC event
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Launch of Stand Strong, Walk Tall pilot
A therapeutic prevention service for adults sexually attracted to children
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Launch of Stand Strong, Walk Tall pilot
A therapeutic prevention service for adults sexually attracted to children
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Launch of Stand Strong, Walk Tall pilot
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Lost in translation – communicating healthcare information in other languages
Making sure translations of healthcare information make sense to linguistically diverse audiences has become more important than ever during Covid-19 outbreaks.
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Lost in translation – communicating healthcare information in other languages
Making sure translations of healthcare information make sense to linguistically diverse audiences has become more important than ever during Covid-19 outbreaks.
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Lost in translation – communicating healthcare information in other languages
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New research highlights challenges in teaching sex education
University of Canterbury-led research has shown teachers experience significant barriers teaching Relationship and Sexuality Education, including lack of time and the subject not being prioritised in New Zealand schools.
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New research highlights challenges in teaching sex education
University of Canterbury-led research has shown teachers experience significant barriers teaching Relationship and Sexuality Education, including lack of time and the subject not being prioritised in New Zealand schools.
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New research highlights challenges in teaching sex education
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New relationship and sexuality resources will empower school teachers to implement updated guidelines
New relationships and sexuality education (RSE) guidelines are out – and teachers and leaders are getting support to bring the guidelines to life in their schools.
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New relationship and sexuality resources will empower school teachers to implement updated guidelines
New relationships and sexuality education (RSE) guidelines are out – and teachers and leaders are getting support to bring the guidelines to life in their schools.
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New relationship and sexuality resources will empower school teachers to implement updated guidelines
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New Zealand has managed to dodge the COVID-19 bullet, again. Here’s why
In a new article on The Conversation, UC's Associate Professor Arindam Basu examines how Aotearoa New Zealand has so far avoided a Covid-19 community outbreak.
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New Zealand has managed to dodge the COVID-19 bullet, again. Here’s why
In a new article on The Conversation, UC's Associate Professor Arindam Basu examines how Aotearoa New Zealand has so far avoided a Covid-19 community outbreak.
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New Zealand has managed to dodge the COVID-19 bullet, again. Here’s why
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Online advice offers a hand up to children with autism
Canterbury researchers are exploring how web-based support could benefit children on the autism spectrum and their families as demand for services grows.
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Online advice offers a hand up to children with autism
Canterbury researchers are exploring how web-based support could benefit children on the autism spectrum and their families as demand for services grows.
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Online advice offers a hand up to children with autism
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One of the most damaging invasive species on Earth’: wild pigs release the same emissions as 1 million cars each year
Assessing the threat of invasive species is an important tool to reducing carbon emissions, as researchers from the University of Canterbury, the University of Queensland and University of Canberra explain on The Conversation.
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One of the most damaging invasive species on Earth’: wild pigs release the same emissions as 1 million cars each year
Assessing the threat of invasive species is an important tool to reducing carbon emissions, as researchers from the University of Canterbury, the University of Queensland and University of Canberra explain on The Conversation.
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One of the most damaging invasive species on Earth’: wild pigs release the same emissions as 1 million cars each year
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Phased border reopening, faster vaccination, be ready for Delta: Jacinda Ardern lays out NZ’s COVID roadmap
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has released a “roadmap” for a phased process of border reopenings that could begin during the first quarter of next year — as long as New Zealand completes its vaccination rollout by the end of this year.
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Phased border reopening, faster vaccination, be ready for Delta: Jacinda Ardern lays out NZ’s COVID roadmap
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has released a “roadmap” for a phased process of border reopenings that could begin during the first quarter of next year — as long as New Zealand completes its vaccination rollout by the end of this year.
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Phased border reopening, faster vaccination, be ready for Delta: Jacinda Ardern lays out NZ’s COVID roadmap
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Research links youth mental health and the environment
Study with data from nearly a million young people reveals link between environmental factors and youth mental health.
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Research links youth mental health and the environment
Study with data from nearly a million young people reveals link between environmental factors and youth mental health.
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Research links youth mental health and the environment
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Sleep treatment used by 1 in 4 children with autism
One in four children on the autism spectrum in Aotearoa New Zealand are given melatonin to help them sleep, a new University of Canterbury (UC) study has found.
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Sleep treatment used by 1 in 4 children with autism
One in four children on the autism spectrum in Aotearoa New Zealand are given melatonin to help them sleep, a new University of Canterbury (UC) study has found.
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Sleep treatment used by 1 in 4 children with autism
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Sexuality education takes centre stage at UC
The University of Canterbury is bringing an innovative sexuality education theatre show to the campus, giving educators and parents an insight into the cutting edge of how teenagers are being better helped to navigate relationships and sexuality.
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Sexuality education takes centre stage at UC
The University of Canterbury is bringing an innovative sexuality education theatre show to the campus, giving educators and parents an insight into the cutting edge of how teenagers are being better helped to navigate relationships and sexuality.
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Sexuality education takes centre stage at UC
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UC epidemiologist comments on NZ’s major health sector reforms
The government has announced sweeping changes to the health system. University of Canterbury public health expert, epidemiologist Associate Professor Arindam Basu comments on this major shake-up.
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UC epidemiologist comments on NZ’s major health sector reforms
The government has announced sweeping changes to the health system. University of Canterbury public health expert, epidemiologist Associate Professor Arindam Basu comments on this major shake-up.
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UC epidemiologist comments on NZ’s major health sector reforms
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With lockdowns easing for the rest of New Zealand, Auckland becomes the elimination frontline
In an article on The Conversation, University of Canterbury Professor Michael Plank and University of Auckland Professor Shaun Hendy take a look on the latest Covid-19 community case numbers and the related R number, and explain what it takes to move Auckland down to Alert Level 3.
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With lockdowns easing for the rest of New Zealand, Auckland becomes the elimination frontline
In an article on The Conversation, University of Canterbury Professor Michael Plank and University of Auckland Professor Shaun Hendy take a look on the latest Covid-19 community case numbers and the related R number, and explain what it takes to move Auckland down to Alert Level 3.
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With lockdowns easing for the rest of New Zealand, Auckland becomes the elimination frontline
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How much screen time is too much in early childhood?
Higher levels of screen time in early childhood have been linked to poorer developmental outcomes for Kiwi kids.
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How much screen time is too much in early childhood?
Higher levels of screen time in early childhood have been linked to poorer developmental outcomes for Kiwi kids.
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How much screen time is too much in early childhood?
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How to prepare for the next pandemic
University of Canterbury mathematical modeller Professor Michael Plank looks at what the Government’s upcoming Budget announcement may mean for future pandemic response.
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How to prepare for the next pandemic
University of Canterbury mathematical modeller Professor Michael Plank looks at what the Government’s upcoming Budget announcement may mean for future pandemic response.
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How to prepare for the next pandemic
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Two UC academics named Women of Influence
Two internationally renowned academics at the University of Canterbury have been named as finalists in the Westpac Women of Influence Awards 2021, recognising women making a difference in the work they do, and paving the way for others to follow.
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Two UC academics named Women of Influence
Two internationally renowned academics at the University of Canterbury have been named as finalists in the Westpac Women of Influence Awards 2021, recognising women making a difference in the work they do, and paving the way for others to follow.
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Two UC academics named Women of Influence
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Students’ e-cigarette use increases after legalisation
Students are vaping more since nicotine-containing e-cigarettes became legal in New Zealand in 2018, a research team led by University of Canterbury Health Sciences Adjunct Fellow Dr Ben Wamamili has found.
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Students’ e-cigarette use increases after legalisation
Students are vaping more since nicotine-containing e-cigarettes became legal in New Zealand in 2018, a research team led by University of Canterbury Health Sciences Adjunct Fellow Dr Ben Wamamili has found.
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Students’ e-cigarette use increases after legalisation
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Auckland is likely to remain in strict lockdown for several more weeks to stamp out NZ’s Delta outbreak
In a new article on The Conversation, UC's Professor Michael Plank, UoA's Professor Shaun Hendy, Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles and Manaaki Whenua researcher Rachelle Binny explain we must stay the course to ensure we can eliminate the Covid-19 outbreak.
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Auckland is likely to remain in strict lockdown for several more weeks to stamp out NZ’s Delta outbreak
In a new article on The Conversation, UC's Professor Michael Plank, UoA's Professor Shaun Hendy, Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles and Manaaki Whenua researcher Rachelle Binny explain we must stay the course to ensure we can eliminate the Covid-19 outbreak.
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Auckland is likely to remain in strict lockdown for several more weeks to stamp out NZ’s Delta outbreak
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Research links youths’ internet use and weight perception
A University of Canterbury (UC) student has identified worrying social media trends, impacting weight perception among young people in our Pacific communities.
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Research links youths’ internet use and weight perception
A University of Canterbury (UC) student has identified worrying social media trends, impacting weight perception among young people in our Pacific communities.
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Research links youths’ internet use and weight perception
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New study finds gaps in maternal immunisation data sets
A study led by a University of Canterbury geospatial and population health expert has uncovered gaps in nationwide data that tracks maternal immunisation rates.
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New study finds gaps in maternal immunisation data sets
A study led by a University of Canterbury geospatial and population health expert has uncovered gaps in nationwide data that tracks maternal immunisation rates.
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New study finds gaps in maternal immunisation data sets
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Taking the awkward out of sexuality education
A new online platform aims to bridge the gaps in sexuality education for young New Zealanders.
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Taking the awkward out of sexuality education
A new online platform aims to bridge the gaps in sexuality education for young New Zealanders.
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Taking the awkward out of sexuality education
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Wellbeing and social connection for Māori a career focus for graduate
Exploring the link between our environment and Māori health has become a driving force for University of Canterbury graduate Sophie Thrupp (Ngāti Tūwharetoa).
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Wellbeing and social connection for Māori a career focus for graduate
Exploring the link between our environment and Māori health has become a driving force for University of Canterbury graduate Sophie Thrupp (Ngāti Tūwharetoa).
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Wellbeing and social connection for Māori a career focus for graduate
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UC Health Sciences students represent UC in the Te Papa Hauora Future Leaders Programme 2021
Congratulations to the six UC Health Sciences students who joined 15 other enthusiastic final-year health students and took part in the Future Leaders Programme recently! Four Masters of Health Science Professional Practice (Nursing) students and two Bachelor of Health Science students (majoring in Public Health and Policy) proudly represented the university.
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UC Health Sciences students represent UC in the Te Papa Hauora Future Leaders Programme 2021
Congratulations to the six UC Health Sciences students who joined 15 other enthusiastic final-year health students and took part in the Future Leaders Programme recently! Four Masters of Health Science Professional Practice (Nursing) students and two Bachelor of Health Science students (majoring in Public Health and Policy) proudly represented the university.
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UC Health Sciences students represent UC in the Te Papa Hauora Future Leaders Programme 2021
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3D printed bug to raise awareness of invasion threat
Two University of Canterbury students have spent their summer developing and 3D printing a model stink bug to help raise awareness of the potential for a costly invasion of the pest in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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3D printed bug to raise awareness of invasion threat
Two University of Canterbury students have spent their summer developing and 3D printing a model stink bug to help raise awareness of the potential for a costly invasion of the pest in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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3D printed bug to raise awareness of invasion threat
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‘Constant bird song’ - result of innovative conservation
A conservation effort has eradicated mammalian pests on all Mercury Islands, providing a haven for native species.
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‘Constant bird song’ - result of innovative conservation
A conservation effort has eradicated mammalian pests on all Mercury Islands, providing a haven for native species.
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‘Constant bird song’ - result of innovative conservation
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Arctic sea-ice algae attract plastics, new research shows
Amid global calls to reduce plastic production, new research shows high amounts of plastic in Arctic Sea ice and sediment.
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Arctic sea-ice algae attract plastics, new research shows
Amid global calls to reduce plastic production, new research shows high amounts of plastic in Arctic Sea ice and sediment.
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Arctic sea-ice algae attract plastics, new research shows
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Airborne microplastics and climate change – free UC public lecture
Since large-scale production of plastics began in the 1950s, around 5 gigatons (Gt) of plastic waste has amassed in landfills or the natural environment. As they age, plastics become brittle through exposure to sunlight and break down to produce microplastics (and even smaller nanoplastics). It is a well-established fact that microplastics are in our oceans, rivers, and soils. Over the past five years, we have also learned that microplastics are floating in the air we breathe.
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Airborne microplastics and climate change – free UC public lecture
Since large-scale production of plastics began in the 1950s, around 5 gigatons (Gt) of plastic waste has amassed in landfills or the natural environment. As they age, plastics become brittle through exposure to sunlight and break down to produce microplastics (and even smaller nanoplastics). It is a well-established fact that microplastics are in our oceans, rivers, and soils. Over the past five years, we have also learned that microplastics are floating in the air we breathe.
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Airborne microplastics and climate change – free UC public lecture
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Calling the latest gene technologies ‘natural’ is a semantic distraction — they must still be regulated
Professor Jack Heinemann, technician Brigitta Kurenbach, Master candidate Deborah Paull, and guest lecturer Sophie Walker explain the risks that come with not regulating gene technologies that have similarities with what occurs naturally in an article on The Conversation.
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Calling the latest gene technologies ‘natural’ is a semantic distraction — they must still be regulated
Professor Jack Heinemann, technician Brigitta Kurenbach, Master candidate Deborah Paull, and guest lecturer Sophie Walker explain the risks that come with not regulating gene technologies that have similarities with what occurs naturally in an article on The Conversation.
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Calling the latest gene technologies ‘natural’ is a semantic distraction — they must still be regulated
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Can earthquakes trigger volcanic eruptions?
A collaborative study from an international team of researchers has determined the conditions needed for an earthquake to trigger a volcanic eruption.
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Can earthquakes trigger volcanic eruptions?
A collaborative study from an international team of researchers has determined the conditions needed for an earthquake to trigger a volcanic eruption.
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Can earthquakes trigger volcanic eruptions?
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Biodiversity is everyone’s business
#WorldBiodiversityDay Environmental Science students from the University of Canterbury will upskill the community on how everyone can contribute to improving local biodiversity.
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Biodiversity is everyone’s business
#WorldBiodiversityDay Environmental Science students from the University of Canterbury will upskill the community on how everyone can contribute to improving local biodiversity.
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Biodiversity is everyone’s business
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Canterbury astronomers spot quadruple stars which may spark supernova explosions
A quadruple star system discovered in 2017 and recently observed at the University of Canterbury Mt John Observatory could represent a new channel by which thermonuclear supernova explosions can occur in the Universe, according to results published in Nature Astronomy today (13 May NZ time) by an international team of astronomers.
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Canterbury astronomers spot quadruple stars which may spark supernova explosions
A quadruple star system discovered in 2017 and recently observed at the University of Canterbury Mt John Observatory could represent a new channel by which thermonuclear supernova explosions can occur in the Universe, according to results published in Nature Astronomy today (13 May NZ time) by an international team of astronomers.
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Canterbury astronomers spot quadruple stars which may spark supernova explosions
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Canterbury start-ups tap into skilled local graduates
UC student is in her element operating machinery in a processing plant that extracts an edible protein from leafy crops.
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Canterbury start-ups tap into skilled local graduates
UC student is in her element operating machinery in a processing plant that extracts an edible protein from leafy crops.
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Canterbury start-ups tap into skilled local graduates
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Canterbury researcher hooks award for study of native fish
A University of Canterbury biologist reeled in by the genetic quirks of the native pipefish has won an award for her work.
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Canterbury researcher hooks award for study of native fish
A University of Canterbury biologist reeled in by the genetic quirks of the native pipefish has won an award for her work.
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Canterbury researcher hooks award for study of native fish
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Chasing future biotech solutions to climate change risks delaying action
On The Conversation, University of Canterbury Professor Jack Heinemann and PhD candidate Tessa Hiscox explain why we can't rely on technology to solve climate change.
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Chasing future biotech solutions to climate change risks delaying action
On The Conversation, University of Canterbury Professor Jack Heinemann and PhD candidate Tessa Hiscox explain why we can't rely on technology to solve climate change.
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Chasing future biotech solutions to climate change risks delaying action
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Changing cat-containment to keep cats content
#Earth&Ocean New Zealand is a nation of cat lovers. We have one of the highest rates of cat ownership in the world, says University of Canterbury master’s student Sarah Chamberlain, who has dedicated her thesis to better understanding people’s engagement in and attitude towards cat-containment.
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Changing cat-containment to keep cats content
#Earth&Ocean New Zealand is a nation of cat lovers. We have one of the highest rates of cat ownership in the world, says University of Canterbury master’s student Sarah Chamberlain, who has dedicated her thesis to better understanding people’s engagement in and attitude towards cat-containment.
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Changing cat-containment to keep cats content
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Climate explained: rising carbon emissions (probably) won’t make the Earth uninhabitable
In the latest 'Climate Explained' piece for The Conversation, Dr Laura Revell writes that while rising carbon emissions won’t make Earth uninhabitable, it’s difficult to predict what the climate will do if a runaway greenhouse effect takes over.
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Climate explained: rising carbon emissions (probably) won’t make the Earth uninhabitable
In the latest 'Climate Explained' piece for The Conversation, Dr Laura Revell writes that while rising carbon emissions won’t make Earth uninhabitable, it’s difficult to predict what the climate will do if a runaway greenhouse effect takes over.
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Climate explained: rising carbon emissions (probably) won’t make the Earth uninhabitable
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CNRE's PhD Candidate has been selected as a member of Commonwealth Futures Climate Research Cohort
Fatma Abdelaal, a PhD candidate at the University of Canterbury, has been selected by the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) to be one of 26 rising-star researchers of the Commonwealth Futures Climate Research Cohort.
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CNRE's PhD Candidate has been selected as a member of Commonwealth Futures Climate Research Cohort
Fatma Abdelaal, a PhD candidate at the University of Canterbury, has been selected by the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) to be one of 26 rising-star researchers of the Commonwealth Futures Climate Research Cohort.
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CNRE's PhD Candidate has been selected as a member of Commonwealth Futures Climate Research Cohort
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Combined degree the perfect fit
It was a happy coincidence for Emma Glover. The launch of the new School of Product Design at the University of Canterbury coincided with her first year on campus.
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Combined degree the perfect fit
It was a happy coincidence for Emma Glover. The launch of the new School of Product Design at the University of Canterbury coincided with her first year on campus.
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Combined degree the perfect fit
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Computing goes ‘neuromorphic’ with nanotechnology
Nanotechnology is poised to transform today’s conventional information processing systems. University of Canterbury (UC) researchers are leading the way in developing such technology, using nanoparticle networks. Te Pūtea Rangahau a Marsden, the Marsden Fund, has granted $889,000 for an exciting new study at UC to test the power of these next-generation ‘neuromorphic’ computer chips. Professor Simon Brown of UC's School of Physical and Chemical Sciences is heading the research team.
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Computing goes ‘neuromorphic’ with nanotechnology
Nanotechnology is poised to transform today’s conventional information processing systems. University of Canterbury (UC) researchers are leading the way in developing such technology, using nanoparticle networks. Te Pūtea Rangahau a Marsden, the Marsden Fund, has granted $889,000 for an exciting new study at UC to test the power of these next-generation ‘neuromorphic’ computer chips. Professor Simon Brown of UC's School of Physical and Chemical Sciences is heading the research team.
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Computing goes ‘neuromorphic’ with nanotechnology
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Earthquakes don’t kill people; buildings do. And those lovely decorative bits are the first to fall
In an article on The Conversation, Associate Professor Ann L Brower shares her own experiences of the Christchurch Earthquakes, which led her to put pressure on the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. The Ministry listened to her advice which would later be known as the 'Brower Amendment" and now she is asking Australians to do the same.
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Earthquakes don’t kill people; buildings do. And those lovely decorative bits are the first to fall
In an article on The Conversation, Associate Professor Ann L Brower shares her own experiences of the Christchurch Earthquakes, which led her to put pressure on the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. The Ministry listened to her advice which would later be known as the 'Brower Amendment" and now she is asking Australians to do the same.
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Earthquakes don’t kill people; buildings do. And those lovely decorative bits are the first to fall
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Freshwater ecosystems under threat in a warming Aotearoa
#WorldBiodiversityDay Nature is taking with one hand and giving with the other when it comes to Aotearoa New Zealand’s freshwater ecosystems.
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Freshwater ecosystems under threat in a warming Aotearoa
#WorldBiodiversityDay Nature is taking with one hand and giving with the other when it comes to Aotearoa New Zealand’s freshwater ecosystems.
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Freshwater ecosystems under threat in a warming Aotearoa
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Free public talk: The Quest for Alien Worlds and Life Beyond Earth
UC Erskine Fellow Ray Jayawardhana from Cornell University will discuss The Quest for Alien Worlds and Life Beyond Earth, in a free public lecture.
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Free public talk: The Quest for Alien Worlds and Life Beyond Earth
UC Erskine Fellow Ray Jayawardhana from Cornell University will discuss The Quest for Alien Worlds and Life Beyond Earth, in a free public lecture.
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Free public talk: The Quest for Alien Worlds and Life Beyond Earth
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Glaciologist’s style captivates students
From guiding tourists on glaciers to guiding students around glaciology, Associate Professor Heather Purdie’s standout teaching earns glowing student feedback every semester, which is one of the reasons she has been named the University of Canterbury Council’s Teaching Medal recipient for 2022.
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Glaciologist’s style captivates students
From guiding tourists on glaciers to guiding students around glaciology, Associate Professor Heather Purdie’s standout teaching earns glowing student feedback every semester, which is one of the reasons she has been named the University of Canterbury Council’s Teaching Medal recipient for 2022.
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Glaciologist’s style captivates students
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Green hydrogen powering the future of New Zealand
Is New Zealand the next Glass Onion? The famous movie depicts a false idea of the future, using tiny particles of crystallised hydrogen for energy.
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Green hydrogen powering the future of New Zealand
Is New Zealand the next Glass Onion? The famous movie depicts a false idea of the future, using tiny particles of crystallised hydrogen for energy.
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Green hydrogen powering the future of New Zealand
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How are native species adapting to climate change?
#Earth&Ocean They seem an unlikely pair but kororā (little blue penguins) and pipefish could reveal how Aotearoa’s native species adapt to major challenges – including climate change.
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How are native species adapting to climate change?
#Earth&Ocean They seem an unlikely pair but kororā (little blue penguins) and pipefish could reveal how Aotearoa’s native species adapt to major challenges – including climate change.
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How are native species adapting to climate change?
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1987 photos contribute towards natural disaster resilience
Research has revealed the historic 1987 Edgecumbe earthquake caused more land damage than initially thought.
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1987 photos contribute towards natural disaster resilience
Research has revealed the historic 1987 Edgecumbe earthquake caused more land damage than initially thought.
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1987 photos contribute towards natural disaster resilience
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How long to midnight? The Doomsday Clock measures more than nuclear risk – and it’s about to be reset again
Professor of Molecular Biology and Genetics Jack Heinemann explains in an article on The Conversation, what other potential catastrophes are being measured in the Doomsday Clock.
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How long to midnight? The Doomsday Clock measures more than nuclear risk – and it’s about to be reset again
Professor of Molecular Biology and Genetics Jack Heinemann explains in an article on The Conversation, what other potential catastrophes are being measured in the Doomsday Clock.
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How long to midnight? The Doomsday Clock measures more than nuclear risk – and it’s about to be reset again
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How many New Zealanders haven’t caught Covid-19? – Expert Q&A
University of Canterbury Professor Michael Plank says at least half of New Zealanders have been infected with Covid-19, while those who haven't are a "significant minority".
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How many New Zealanders haven’t caught Covid-19? – Expert Q&A
University of Canterbury Professor Michael Plank says at least half of New Zealanders have been infected with Covid-19, while those who haven't are a "significant minority".
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How many New Zealanders haven’t caught Covid-19? – Expert Q&A
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How purchasing a particular Pop Up Penguin will fund Antarctic research
Over the summer, Cantabrians have seen painted penguins ‘popping up’ around the streets and public spaces of Christchurch, Lyttelton and Banks Peninsula. However, one small penguin has a special solo mission – to help fund penguin research.
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How purchasing a particular Pop Up Penguin will fund Antarctic research
Over the summer, Cantabrians have seen painted penguins ‘popping up’ around the streets and public spaces of Christchurch, Lyttelton and Banks Peninsula. However, one small penguin has a special solo mission – to help fund penguin research.
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How purchasing a particular Pop Up Penguin will fund Antarctic research
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How the world’s largest sand island helped the Great Barrier Reef form
On The Conversation, University of Canterbury Professor Jamie Shulmeister and Stockholm University Daniel Ellerton explain how K'gari formed Great Barrier Reef.
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How the world’s largest sand island helped the Great Barrier Reef form
On The Conversation, University of Canterbury Professor Jamie Shulmeister and Stockholm University Daniel Ellerton explain how K'gari formed Great Barrier Reef.
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How the world’s largest sand island helped the Great Barrier Reef form
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In a nutshell – ancient food scraps provide clues to past rainfall
Ancient food scraps found at Australia’s earliest site of human occupation, in the Kakadu region, are helping researchers generate rainfall records dating back 65,000 years.
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In a nutshell – ancient food scraps provide clues to past rainfall
Ancient food scraps found at Australia’s earliest site of human occupation, in the Kakadu region, are helping researchers generate rainfall records dating back 65,000 years.
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In a nutshell – ancient food scraps provide clues to past rainfall
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Innovative $2.4m research into microplastics, Antarctic predators, respiratory function
Three innovative, groundbreaking University of Canterbury researchers have been awarded $800,000 Rutherford Discovery Fellowships announced today by the Royal Society Te Apārangi.
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Innovative $2.4m research into microplastics, Antarctic predators, respiratory function
Three innovative, groundbreaking University of Canterbury researchers have been awarded $800,000 Rutherford Discovery Fellowships announced today by the Royal Society Te Apārangi.
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Innovative $2.4m research into microplastics, Antarctic predators, respiratory function
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Lockdown impact on wellbeing lingers one year on
Last year’s Covid-19 lockdown could affect New Zealanders’ mental health for years to come and current demand for talking-based therapies is already overwhelming services, a University of Canterbury Psychologist says.
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Lockdown impact on wellbeing lingers one year on
Last year’s Covid-19 lockdown could affect New Zealanders’ mental health for years to come and current demand for talking-based therapies is already overwhelming services, a University of Canterbury Psychologist says.
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Lockdown impact on wellbeing lingers one year on
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Many New Zealand species are already at risk because of predators and habitat loss. Climate change makes things worse
A new article on The Conversation from UC's Professor Angus McIntosh and UoA's Associate Professor Cate Macinnis-Ng shows how climate change accelerates biodiversity decline on islands by exacerbating existing conservation threats.
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Many New Zealand species are already at risk because of predators and habitat loss. Climate change makes things worse
A new article on The Conversation from UC's Professor Angus McIntosh and UoA's Associate Professor Cate Macinnis-Ng shows how climate change accelerates biodiversity decline on islands by exacerbating existing conservation threats.
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Many New Zealand species are already at risk because of predators and habitat loss. Climate change makes things worse
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Maths Craft in a Box – offering schools fun with fractals for free
A new, free classroom resource encourages schoolchildren to use craft to discover the creative and playful side of maths.
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Maths Craft in a Box – offering schools fun with fractals for free
A new, free classroom resource encourages schoolchildren to use craft to discover the creative and playful side of maths.
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Maths Craft in a Box – offering schools fun with fractals for free
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Lower speed limits save lives and make NZ cities better places to live
Professor of Human Geography Simon Kingham says slowing traffic down has further benefits to reducing crash-related deaths and injuries on The Conversation.
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Lower speed limits save lives and make NZ cities better places to live
Professor of Human Geography Simon Kingham says slowing traffic down has further benefits to reducing crash-related deaths and injuries on The Conversation.
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Lower speed limits save lives and make NZ cities better places to live
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NASA delegation and Minister Verrall meet UC researchers
Visiting NASA staff and Minister of Health Dr Ayesha Verrall were welcomed to the University of Canterbury campus.
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NASA delegation and Minister Verrall meet UC researchers
Visiting NASA staff and Minister of Health Dr Ayesha Verrall were welcomed to the University of Canterbury campus.
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NASA delegation and Minister Verrall meet UC researchers
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Most people can't identify deadly rip current - UC expert
A new study has found that two-thirds of people who could spot a rip current in photographs could not pick one out in real life.
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Most people can't identify deadly rip current - UC expert
A new study has found that two-thirds of people who could spot a rip current in photographs could not pick one out in real life.
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Most people can't identify deadly rip current - UC expert
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Modern science and traditional Māori knowledge can work together
Having dual access to both traditional Māori knowledge and Western science can lead to better environmental outcomes, says a University of Canterbury (UC) ecologist.
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Modern science and traditional Māori knowledge can work together
Having dual access to both traditional Māori knowledge and Western science can lead to better environmental outcomes, says a University of Canterbury (UC) ecologist.
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Modern science and traditional Māori knowledge can work together
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New Canterbury research hopes to save lives by predicting landslide dams
New University of Canterbury research aims to save lives in West Coast communities by predicting high-hazard zones where landslide dams may form, potentially resulting in major flooding.
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New Canterbury research hopes to save lives by predicting landslide dams
New University of Canterbury research aims to save lives in West Coast communities by predicting high-hazard zones where landslide dams may form, potentially resulting in major flooding.
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New Canterbury research hopes to save lives by predicting landslide dams
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New research reveals global dangers of glacial flooding
A new study identifying regions around the world where people are most at risk from flooding caused by melting glaciers could help save vulnerable lives.
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New research reveals global dangers of glacial flooding
A new study identifying regions around the world where people are most at risk from flooding caused by melting glaciers could help save vulnerable lives.
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New research reveals global dangers of glacial flooding
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New tool could help track deadly eruption hazard
New Zealand research could help track the path of searingly hot rock and gas flows that are the world’s most deadly volcanic hazard.
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New tool could help track deadly eruption hazard
New Zealand research could help track the path of searingly hot rock and gas flows that are the world’s most deadly volcanic hazard.
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New tool could help track deadly eruption hazard
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New research uses gaming tech to help Kiwis prepare for natural disasters
Skills learned playing video games, building virtual worlds and dodging imaginary enemies could be harnessed to help people survive real life hazards.
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New research uses gaming tech to help Kiwis prepare for natural disasters
Skills learned playing video games, building virtual worlds and dodging imaginary enemies could be harnessed to help people survive real life hazards.
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New research uses gaming tech to help Kiwis prepare for natural disasters
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Ōtautahi set to look to the stars once again with historic telescope
#Philanthropy@UC Stargazing is set to return to Ōtautahi Chirstchurch thanks to a generous donation and the careful restoration of Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) Townsend Teece six-inch refractor telescope.
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Ōtautahi set to look to the stars once again with historic telescope
#Philanthropy@UC Stargazing is set to return to Ōtautahi Chirstchurch thanks to a generous donation and the careful restoration of Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) Townsend Teece six-inch refractor telescope.
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Ōtautahi set to look to the stars once again with historic telescope
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Prehistoric earthquakes and snail shells may give future insights
#Earth&Ocean New research led by University of Canterbury paleoseismologist Dr Tim Stahl is providing insights into prehistoric surface rupturing earthquakes in the Republic of Georgia to understand what future earthquakes could do.
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Prehistoric earthquakes and snail shells may give future insights
#Earth&Ocean New research led by University of Canterbury paleoseismologist Dr Tim Stahl is providing insights into prehistoric surface rupturing earthquakes in the Republic of Georgia to understand what future earthquakes could do.
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Prehistoric earthquakes and snail shells may give future insights
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PhD student on a mission to innovate eye disease detection
Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) student could help identify eye problems and 50 other diseases, including diabetes and cancer.
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PhD student on a mission to innovate eye disease detection
Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) student could help identify eye problems and 50 other diseases, including diabetes and cancer.
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PhD student on a mission to innovate eye disease detection
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Rare sightings following campus biodiversity work
Recent sightings of a kārearea (native falcon) at the University of Canterbury suggests strategies to attract native birds back to campus are proving effective.
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Rare sightings following campus biodiversity work
Recent sightings of a kārearea (native falcon) at the University of Canterbury suggests strategies to attract native birds back to campus are proving effective.
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Rare sightings following campus biodiversity work
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Research support advances knowledge in crop and seed sector
#Philanthropy@UC With funding from the Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) and the Seed Industry Research Centre (SIRC), students at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) can do valuable field and lab research aimed at supporting responsible and profitable farming.
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Research support advances knowledge in crop and seed sector
#Philanthropy@UC With funding from the Foundation for Arable Research (FAR) and the Seed Industry Research Centre (SIRC), students at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) can do valuable field and lab research aimed at supporting responsible and profitable farming.
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Research support advances knowledge in crop and seed sector
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Researcher’s national impact achieves national recognition
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) Professor Ann Brower’s tenacity in putting her research in front of decision-makers has successfully changed laws in Aotearoa New Zealand. Through tough journeys achieving wins for high-country pastoral land and making building facades safer, she’s learnt some valuable lessons about impact, advocacy and choosing her battles.
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Researcher’s national impact achieves national recognition
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) Professor Ann Brower’s tenacity in putting her research in front of decision-makers has successfully changed laws in Aotearoa New Zealand. Through tough journeys achieving wins for high-country pastoral land and making building facades safer, she’s learnt some valuable lessons about impact, advocacy and choosing her battles.
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Researcher’s national impact achieves national recognition
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Rockets could undo decades of work to save the ozone layer
Associate Professor Laura Revell, Dr Michele Bannister and master's student Tyler Brown discuss rocket industry impacts.
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Rockets could undo decades of work to save the ozone layer
Associate Professor Laura Revell, Dr Michele Bannister and master's student Tyler Brown discuss rocket industry impacts.
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Rockets could undo decades of work to save the ozone layer
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Social learning is possum-able, hints world-first research
Using a dog toy, a Master’s student conducted research showing that brushtail possums can learn from their peers.
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Social learning is possum-able, hints world-first research
Using a dog toy, a Master’s student conducted research showing that brushtail possums can learn from their peers.
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Social learning is possum-able, hints world-first research
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Student dives into mammoth swim for youth mental health
While most people are taking it easy over the summer break, a University of Canterbury student is gearing up to swim 300km around a South Island lake, making a splash for mental health.
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Student dives into mammoth swim for youth mental health
While most people are taking it easy over the summer break, a University of Canterbury student is gearing up to swim 300km around a South Island lake, making a splash for mental health.
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Student dives into mammoth swim for youth mental health
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The Bird that measures Antarctic Ice
It’s a bird, it’s a plane…It’s a laser-shooting electromagnetic ice device!
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The Bird that measures Antarctic Ice
It’s a bird, it’s a plane…It’s a laser-shooting electromagnetic ice device!
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The Bird that measures Antarctic Ice
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Three early career researchers awarded Rutherford Fellowships
Three University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha postdoctoral researchers have been awarded two-year Rutherford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships worth $170,000 each.
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Three early career researchers awarded Rutherford Fellowships
Three University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha postdoctoral researchers have been awarded two-year Rutherford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships worth $170,000 each.
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Three early career researchers awarded Rutherford Fellowships
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The uninvited Christmas guest: is New Zealand prepared for Omicron’s inevitable arrival?
On The Conversation University of Canterbury senior lecturer Matthew Hobbs and lecturer Lukas Marek analyse how prepared Aotearoa is for an Omicron outbreak.
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The uninvited Christmas guest: is New Zealand prepared for Omicron’s inevitable arrival?
On The Conversation University of Canterbury senior lecturer Matthew Hobbs and lecturer Lukas Marek analyse how prepared Aotearoa is for an Omicron outbreak.
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The uninvited Christmas guest: is New Zealand prepared for Omicron’s inevitable arrival?
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The most challenging phase of the Omicron outbreak is yet to come, but NZ may be better prepared than other countries
In an article on The Conversation, senior lecturer Dr Matthew Hobbs (UC), Post Doctoral Fellow Lukas Marek (UC) and Dr Anna Howe (UOA) explain what advantages Aotearoa has over other countries to manage the Omicron outbreak.
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The most challenging phase of the Omicron outbreak is yet to come, but NZ may be better prepared than other countries
In an article on The Conversation, senior lecturer Dr Matthew Hobbs (UC), Post Doctoral Fellow Lukas Marek (UC) and Dr Anna Howe (UOA) explain what advantages Aotearoa has over other countries to manage the Omicron outbreak.
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The most challenging phase of the Omicron outbreak is yet to come, but NZ may be better prepared than other countries
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Transforming our mental health through nutrition
#IWD #BreakTheBias Seeing people get better is the main driver in University of Canterbury Professor of Clinical Psychology Julia Rucklidge’s pursuit to change the treatment of mental illness.
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Transforming our mental health through nutrition
#IWD #BreakTheBias Seeing people get better is the main driver in University of Canterbury Professor of Clinical Psychology Julia Rucklidge’s pursuit to change the treatment of mental illness.
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Transforming our mental health through nutrition
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Trees, worms and learning for Ilam School
Holes were dug and worms were wondered over as Ilam Primary School children planted native trees on the University of Canterbury’s (UC) campus next to their school yesterday.
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Trees, worms and learning for Ilam School
Holes were dug and worms were wondered over as Ilam Primary School children planted native trees on the University of Canterbury’s (UC) campus next to their school yesterday.
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Trees, worms and learning for Ilam School
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UC academics aim to advance Vision Mātauranga
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | the University of Canterbury aims to inspire its academics to discover new ways to contribute to the University's Vision Mātauranga.
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UC academics aim to advance Vision Mātauranga
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | the University of Canterbury aims to inspire its academics to discover new ways to contribute to the University's Vision Mātauranga.
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UC academics aim to advance Vision Mātauranga
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UC awards honorary doctorate to Margaret Austin
UC is bestowing an honorary doctorate on educator, politician, scientist and community advocate, Margaret Austin.
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UC awards honorary doctorate to Margaret Austin
UC is bestowing an honorary doctorate on educator, politician, scientist and community advocate, Margaret Austin.
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UC awards honorary doctorate to Margaret Austin
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UC hosts annual celebration of snow, ice and climate research
The University of Canterbury (UC) is proud to welcome hundreds of snow and ice researchers to campus this week, as hosts of a special combined event from Antarctica New Zealand and the Snow and Ice Research Group (SIRG).
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UC hosts annual celebration of snow, ice and climate research
The University of Canterbury (UC) is proud to welcome hundreds of snow and ice researchers to campus this week, as hosts of a special combined event from Antarctica New Zealand and the Snow and Ice Research Group (SIRG).
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UC hosts annual celebration of snow, ice and climate research
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UC PhD student wins International Biosecurity Award
PhD student Sarah Sale gave an award-winning presentation at the International Conference on Biological Invasions.
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UC PhD student wins International Biosecurity Award
PhD student Sarah Sale gave an award-winning presentation at the International Conference on Biological Invasions.
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UC PhD student wins International Biosecurity Award
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UC student hones skills to help Pacific home
A goal of giving back to his developing home country, Papua New Guinea, has motivated Charlie Ikosi to study at the University of Canterbury (UC).
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UC student hones skills to help Pacific home
A goal of giving back to his developing home country, Papua New Guinea, has motivated Charlie Ikosi to study at the University of Canterbury (UC).
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UC student hones skills to help Pacific home
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UC researchers tackle ‘invisible’ plastic threat to our environment
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UC researchers tackle ‘invisible’ plastic threat to our environment
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UC researchers tackle ‘invisible’ plastic threat to our environment
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UC scientists fire volcanic missiles to help Auckland prepare for threats
University of Canterbury scientists unleashing volcanic ballistics onto Kiwi roofs hope to help Aucklanders understand and manage their volcanic hazards.
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UC scientists fire volcanic missiles to help Auckland prepare for threats
University of Canterbury scientists unleashing volcanic ballistics onto Kiwi roofs hope to help Aucklanders understand and manage their volcanic hazards.
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UC scientists fire volcanic missiles to help Auckland prepare for threats
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UC scientist wins Royal Society award for airborne microplastics research
University of Canterbury scientist Dr Laura Revell has been presented the Cooper Award – the Royal Society Te Apārangi Early Career Research Excellence Award for Technology, Applied Science and Engineering – for her chemistry-climate interactions modelling work and pioneering research on understanding how microplastics might impact the Earth's climate.
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UC scientist wins Royal Society award for airborne microplastics research
University of Canterbury scientist Dr Laura Revell has been presented the Cooper Award – the Royal Society Te Apārangi Early Career Research Excellence Award for Technology, Applied Science and Engineering – for her chemistry-climate interactions modelling work and pioneering research on understanding how microplastics might impact the Earth's climate.
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UC scientist wins Royal Society award for airborne microplastics research
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UCx MicroMasters build skills for better workplaces
Learning how to hone recruitment skills and create positive workplaces is just a click away, thanks to an innovative online MicroMasters programme. The Organizational Psychology MicroMasters programme is unique in Aotearoa New Zealand and already attracting a global following on UCx – the University of Canterbury’s online learning platform.
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UCx MicroMasters build skills for better workplaces
Learning how to hone recruitment skills and create positive workplaces is just a click away, thanks to an innovative online MicroMasters programme. The Organizational Psychology MicroMasters programme is unique in Aotearoa New Zealand and already attracting a global following on UCx – the University of Canterbury’s online learning platform.
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UCx MicroMasters build skills for better workplaces
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When it rains, it really does pour
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) researchers have discovered a link between the frequency of rain events and the intensity of those rain events.
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When it rains, it really does pour
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) researchers have discovered a link between the frequency of rain events and the intensity of those rain events.
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When it rains, it really does pour
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Winners announced in quick-fire thesis challenge
Antarctic research, predicting volcanic eruptions, and local anti-nuclear campaigners were the winning topics in a fast-paced University of Canterbury competition for postgraduate students.
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Winners announced in quick-fire thesis challenge
Antarctic research, predicting volcanic eruptions, and local anti-nuclear campaigners were the winning topics in a fast-paced University of Canterbury competition for postgraduate students.
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Winners announced in quick-fire thesis challenge
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Wound gel shows promise for horses - and humans
An international research team, led by University of Canterbury's Professor Rudi Marquez, has developed a new treatment that could help heal horses and humans alike.
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Wound gel shows promise for horses - and humans
An international research team, led by University of Canterbury's Professor Rudi Marquez, has developed a new treatment that could help heal horses and humans alike.
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Wound gel shows promise for horses - and humans
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Women in Space is on a mission to reach for the stars
Does your future lie in the stars? If you’re working in the space sector in Aotearoa New Zealand or someone who wants to, there’s a network of Kiwi women committed to achieving stellar goals.
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Women in Space is on a mission to reach for the stars
Does your future lie in the stars? If you’re working in the space sector in Aotearoa New Zealand or someone who wants to, there’s a network of Kiwi women committed to achieving stellar goals.
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Women in Space is on a mission to reach for the stars
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Would releasing our ‘zombie’ rivers prevent future flooding across Aotearoa New Zealand?
Professor James Brasington, Director of the Waterways Centre for Freshwater Management, a joint partnership between the University of Canterbury and Lincoln University, has joined colleagues from Auckland University, NIWA and Massey for an article on The Conversation NZ, discussing this very topic.
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Would releasing our ‘zombie’ rivers prevent future flooding across Aotearoa New Zealand?
Professor James Brasington, Director of the Waterways Centre for Freshwater Management, a joint partnership between the University of Canterbury and Lincoln University, has joined colleagues from Auckland University, NIWA and Massey for an article on The Conversation NZ, discussing this very topic.
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Would releasing our ‘zombie’ rivers prevent future flooding across Aotearoa New Zealand?
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It's time to shelve the 'small country' excuse
It is time to stop saying New Zealand is a small contributor to climate change, and start getting serious about it… If we’re more honest about it, getting serious about climate change is not about protecting the planet. It’s about keeping the planet habitable for humans.” This sobering new opinion piece on Stuff NZ from Dr Laura Revell and Associate Professor Ann Brower from UC’s College of Science, is a must read for all New Zealanders.
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It's time to shelve the 'small country' excuse
It is time to stop saying New Zealand is a small contributor to climate change, and start getting serious about it… If we’re more honest about it, getting serious about climate change is not about protecting the planet. It’s about keeping the planet habitable for humans.” This sobering new opinion piece on Stuff NZ from Dr Laura Revell and Associate Professor Ann Brower from UC’s College of Science, is a must read for all New Zealanders.
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It's time to shelve the 'small country' excuse
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Could wildflowers and bug hotels avert an insect apocalypse
Dr Rob Cruickshank explains why scientists need a better understanding of how these measures help, and when they don’t.
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Could wildflowers and bug hotels avert an insect apocalypse
Dr Rob Cruickshank explains why scientists need a better understanding of how these measures help, and when they don’t.
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Could wildflowers and bug hotels avert an insect apocalypse
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Proglacial lakes are accelerating glacier ice loss
Meltwater lakes that form at glacier margins cause ice to recede much further and faster compared to glaciers that terminate on land, according to a new study. But the effects of these glacial lakes are not represented in current ice loss models, warn the study authors.
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Proglacial lakes are accelerating glacier ice loss
Meltwater lakes that form at glacier margins cause ice to recede much further and faster compared to glaciers that terminate on land, according to a new study. But the effects of these glacial lakes are not represented in current ice loss models, warn the study authors.
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Proglacial lakes are accelerating glacier ice loss
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Climate explained: does building and expanding motorways really reduce congestion and emissions?
In the latest Climate Explained article for The Conversation, UC's Professor Simon Kingham considers the real impact of building and expanding motorways when it comes to the reduction of congestion and emissions.
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Climate explained: does building and expanding motorways really reduce congestion and emissions?
In the latest Climate Explained article for The Conversation, UC's Professor Simon Kingham considers the real impact of building and expanding motorways when it comes to the reduction of congestion and emissions.
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Climate explained: does building and expanding motorways really reduce congestion and emissions?
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UC tackles plastic waste in rare bird breeding spot
More than 100kg of rubbish has been removed from a popular site for endangered birds, thanks to Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) staff.
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UC tackles plastic waste in rare bird breeding spot
More than 100kg of rubbish has been removed from a popular site for endangered birds, thanks to Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) staff.
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UC tackles plastic waste in rare bird breeding spot
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New EU research agreement welcomed at UC
The Aotearoa New Zealand research community gathered at the University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha today to explore the new Horizon Europe agreement which will advance European research funding to New Zealand research programmes.
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New EU research agreement welcomed at UC
The Aotearoa New Zealand research community gathered at the University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha today to explore the new Horizon Europe agreement which will advance European research funding to New Zealand research programmes.
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New EU research agreement welcomed at UC
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Consumers want NZ farmers to comply with regulations - better monitoring and transparency would help to build trust
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Consumers want NZ farmers to comply with regulations - better monitoring and transparency would help to build trust
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Consumers want NZ farmers to comply with regulations - better monitoring and transparency would help to build trust
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Antibiotic-resistant bacteria in NZ’s wild cockles and watercress put people at growing risk of serious illness
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Antibiotic-resistant bacteria in NZ’s wild cockles and watercress put people at growing risk of serious illness
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Antibiotic-resistant bacteria in NZ’s wild cockles and watercress put people at growing risk of serious illness
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Arctic sea-ice algae attract plastics, new research shows
Amid global calls to reduce plastic production, new research shows high amounts of plastic in Arctic Sea ice and sediment.
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Arctic sea-ice algae attract plastics, new research shows
Amid global calls to reduce plastic production, new research shows high amounts of plastic in Arctic Sea ice and sediment.
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Arctic sea-ice algae attract plastics, new research shows
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Woodchip bioreactor trial aims to improve water quality
Reducing nitrates in waterways is the focus of a new trial in Waitaha Canterbury that’s being backed by DoC and Fonterra through their 10-year Living Water partnership, with support from the University of Canterbury.
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Woodchip bioreactor trial aims to improve water quality
Reducing nitrates in waterways is the focus of a new trial in Waitaha Canterbury that’s being backed by DoC and Fonterra through their 10-year Living Water partnership, with support from the University of Canterbury.
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Woodchip bioreactor trial aims to improve water quality
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How invasive species are threatening precious island birds and plants
Tammana Begum from The Natural History Museum reports on international research, led by UC Science graduate Dr Jo Carpenter and University of Hawai'i at Mānoa's Don Drake, exploring how the impact of colonisation has resulted in the disappearance of endemic birds in Hawaii, the Mascarenes and Aotearoa New Zealand, affecting unique island flora.
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How invasive species are threatening precious island birds and plants
Tammana Begum from The Natural History Museum reports on international research, led by UC Science graduate Dr Jo Carpenter and University of Hawai'i at Mānoa's Don Drake, exploring how the impact of colonisation has resulted in the disappearance of endemic birds in Hawaii, the Mascarenes and Aotearoa New Zealand, affecting unique island flora.
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How invasive species are threatening precious island birds and plants
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Possible Mt Taranaki eruption could knock out power to entire region
Given the time that has passed since its last eruption, Professor Tom Wilson of UC’s School of Earth and Environment believes the next one could be “on the bigger side of what Taranaki can produce”.
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Possible Mt Taranaki eruption could knock out power to entire region
Given the time that has passed since its last eruption, Professor Tom Wilson of UC’s School of Earth and Environment believes the next one could be “on the bigger side of what Taranaki can produce”.
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Possible Mt Taranaki eruption could knock out power to entire region
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Don't panic: runaway global warming study 'very implausible'
Climate researcher Dr Laura Revell of UC’s School of Physical and Chemical Sciences, has cast doubt on new, apocalyptic research that suggests we’ll miss our goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius saying, “It’s just one model and it’s a very simple model.”
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Don't panic: runaway global warming study 'very implausible'
Climate researcher Dr Laura Revell of UC’s School of Physical and Chemical Sciences, has cast doubt on new, apocalyptic research that suggests we’ll miss our goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius saying, “It’s just one model and it’s a very simple model.”
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Don't panic: runaway global warming study 'very implausible'
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UC researcher awarded Rutherford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship
Congratulations to Dr Leighton Watson from Te Kura Aronukurangi | School of Earth and Environment, who has been awarded a Rutherford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship for his research in snow avalanches and particle-laden gravity currents.
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UC researcher awarded Rutherford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship
Congratulations to Dr Leighton Watson from Te Kura Aronukurangi | School of Earth and Environment, who has been awarded a Rutherford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship for his research in snow avalanches and particle-laden gravity currents.
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UC researcher awarded Rutherford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship
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UC research shows erosion at Patiti Point has stalled, but still significant
A study by UC's Te Kura Aronukurangi | School of Earth and Environment undergrad students has revealed that the coastline at Patiti Point has experienced accelerated erosion over a three-year period, but the effects seem to have stalled in the last 12 months.
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UC research shows erosion at Patiti Point has stalled, but still significant
A study by UC's Te Kura Aronukurangi | School of Earth and Environment undergrad students has revealed that the coastline at Patiti Point has experienced accelerated erosion over a three-year period, but the effects seem to have stalled in the last 12 months.
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UC research shows erosion at Patiti Point has stalled, but still significant
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A cosmic year for UC astrophysicist
Receiving a 2020 Rutherford Discovery Fellowship has capped a stellar year of success for University of Canterbury (UC) planetary astronomer, Dr Michele Bannister.
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A cosmic year for UC astrophysicist
Receiving a 2020 Rutherford Discovery Fellowship has capped a stellar year of success for University of Canterbury (UC) planetary astronomer, Dr Michele Bannister.
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A cosmic year for UC astrophysicist
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UC Astronomer receives Rutherford Discovery Fellowship Award
University of Canterbury, Dr Michele Bannister, is one of the ten early-to-mid-career researchers to be awarded a 2020 Royal Society Te Apārangi Rutherford Discovery Fellowship. “How planetary systems form and change is crucial to understanding our place in the Universe.”
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UC Astronomer receives Rutherford Discovery Fellowship Award
University of Canterbury, Dr Michele Bannister, is one of the ten early-to-mid-career researchers to be awarded a 2020 Royal Society Te Apārangi Rutherford Discovery Fellowship. “How planetary systems form and change is crucial to understanding our place in the Universe.”
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UC Astronomer receives Rutherford Discovery Fellowship Award
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Arithmetic has a biological origin – it’s an expression in symbols of the ‘deep structure’ of our perception
Psychology Professor Randolph Grace discusses the miraculous correspondence between mathematics an physical reality on The Conversation.
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Arithmetic has a biological origin – it’s an expression in symbols of the ‘deep structure’ of our perception
Psychology Professor Randolph Grace discusses the miraculous correspondence between mathematics an physical reality on The Conversation.
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Arithmetic has a biological origin – it’s an expression in symbols of the ‘deep structure’ of our perception
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Top UC grad stepping into fulfilling clinical career
After seven years’ study, McLeod Robertson is graduating from UC with distinction, thrilled his clinical psychology education will be helping others
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Top UC grad stepping into fulfilling clinical career
After seven years’ study, McLeod Robertson is graduating from UC with distinction, thrilled his clinical psychology education will be helping others
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Top UC grad stepping into fulfilling clinical career
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Research misses those in need
Misleading research findings in Clinical Psychology can perpetuate social myths and create social inequities, according to UC PhD graduate, Nadia Summers.
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Research misses those in need
Misleading research findings in Clinical Psychology can perpetuate social myths and create social inequities, according to UC PhD graduate, Nadia Summers.
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Research misses those in need
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Graduation goal is bittersweet for Canterbury student
Austen Rangi knows his mum would have been proud to watch him walk across the stage at his upcoming graduation celebration in Christchurch.
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Graduation goal is bittersweet for Canterbury student
Austen Rangi knows his mum would have been proud to watch him walk across the stage at his upcoming graduation celebration in Christchurch.
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Graduation goal is bittersweet for Canterbury student
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Stellar Kiwi’s crucial black hole theory turns 60
Spend an evening with Canterbury Distinguished Professor Roy Kerr, renowned for his influential work in astrophysics, solving Einstein’s equation of relativity relating to rotating black holes 60 years ago. (These are now called Kerr Black Holes.)
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Stellar Kiwi’s crucial black hole theory turns 60
Spend an evening with Canterbury Distinguished Professor Roy Kerr, renowned for his influential work in astrophysics, solving Einstein’s equation of relativity relating to rotating black holes 60 years ago. (These are now called Kerr Black Holes.)
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Stellar Kiwi’s crucial black hole theory turns 60
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Reducing the cost of breathing
A $250 prototype to help with one of New Zealand's most prominent respiratory illnesses was developed by Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) researchers.
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Reducing the cost of breathing
A $250 prototype to help with one of New Zealand's most prominent respiratory illnesses was developed by Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) researchers.
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Reducing the cost of breathing
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Financial education has its limits
If we want New Zealanders to be better with money, we need to start at home suggests UC Senior Lecturer Steve Agnew on The Conversation.
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Financial education has its limits
If we want New Zealanders to be better with money, we need to start at home suggests UC Senior Lecturer Steve Agnew on The Conversation.
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Financial education has its limits
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Taking the guess work out of spinal surgery
UC Associate Professor Debbie Munro has invented prototype technology to reduce the risk in spinal fusion surgery.
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Taking the guess work out of spinal surgery
UC Associate Professor Debbie Munro has invented prototype technology to reduce the risk in spinal fusion surgery.
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Taking the guess work out of spinal surgery
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Two UC researchers gain $220,000 CMRF grants
Two University of Canterbury researchers have received Canterbury Medical Research Foundation’s Major Projects Grants worth $220,000 in total.
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Two UC researchers gain $220,000 CMRF grants
Two University of Canterbury researchers have received Canterbury Medical Research Foundation’s Major Projects Grants worth $220,000 in total.
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Two UC researchers gain $220,000 CMRF grants
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Tauhere UC Connect free public talk – Can we end endometriosis?
A debilitating condition that affects about 10% of females in Aotearoa New Zealand, endometriosis remains virtually unknown or mysterious condition to most people. Can we engineer a solution to end endometriosis?
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Tauhere UC Connect free public talk – Can we end endometriosis?
A debilitating condition that affects about 10% of females in Aotearoa New Zealand, endometriosis remains virtually unknown or mysterious condition to most people. Can we engineer a solution to end endometriosis?
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Tauhere UC Connect free public talk – Can we end endometriosis?
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Physics, biomechanics and the love of croquet
Croquet may bring to mind lazy summer afternoons on the lawn or Alice in Wonderland’s flamingo mallets, however University of Canterbury (UC) Sport Coaching academic Dr Jenny Clarke takes it far more seriously. The world’s top-ranked female player and New Zealand’s 2019 Player of the Year, she is also one of the top international researchers on croquet coaching and performance techniques.
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Physics, biomechanics and the love of croquet
Croquet may bring to mind lazy summer afternoons on the lawn or Alice in Wonderland’s flamingo mallets, however University of Canterbury (UC) Sport Coaching academic Dr Jenny Clarke takes it far more seriously. The world’s top-ranked female player and New Zealand’s 2019 Player of the Year, she is also one of the top international researchers on croquet coaching and performance techniques.
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Physics, biomechanics and the love of croquet
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University club helps launch students into aerospace careers
UC Aerospace, one of the largest academic clubs at the University of Canterbury is aiming to make Canterbury a hub for aerospace talent by building career pathways for students. The club runs multiple outreach programmes at both primary and high-school levels to grow student interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) and rocketry.
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University club helps launch students into aerospace careers
UC Aerospace, one of the largest academic clubs at the University of Canterbury is aiming to make Canterbury a hub for aerospace talent by building career pathways for students. The club runs multiple outreach programmes at both primary and high-school levels to grow student interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) and rocketry.
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University club helps launch students into aerospace careers