News from the University of Otago, Christchurch
17 Apr 2025
Self-test makes cervical screening more convenient, comfortable - study
Aotearoa New Zealand has embraced self-tests for cervical screening with a University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka-le...
16 Apr 2025
Two major awards for UOC anaesthetist
University of Otago, Christchurch, Associate Professor Wayne Morriss has been awarded two major Trans-Tasman awards for...
11 Apr 2025
UOC student wins prestigious American Chemical Society Award
Postdoctoral Fellow Dr Max Yavitt, from the University of Otago, Christchurch’s, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and M...
19 Mar 2025
Patients sought for oral ketamine trial for severe depression
Researchers are seeking more people living with treatment-resistant depression to join a novel trial combining oral keta...
14 Mar 2025
Concerning rates of injecting-related injuries for drug users – study
New research from the University of Otago, Christchurch – Ōtakau Whakaihu Waka, Ōtautahi, has exposed the large number o...
12 Mar 2025
UOC hosts Heart Foundation fundraising breakfast
The University of Otago, Christchurch campus’s reputation as a “centre of excellence” for heart research made it a fitti...
07 Mar 2025
Disability Action Plan launch signifies commitment to inclusivity
An increased commitment to creating an inclusive, accessible environment and enabling disabled students to reach their f...
06 Mar 2025
HPV vaccine can and will prevent cancer – study finds
A University of Otago, Christchurch-led study is heralding the success of the HPV vaccination programme, saying the cost...
04 Mar 2025
Infectious diseases expert joins ESR executive leadership team
Professor David Murdoch has been appointed as ESR’s Chief Scientist, one of the most senior roles at the institute.
27 Feb 2025
Fellowships awarded to UOC cancer researchers
Christchurch researchers investigating opportunities for cancer therapies have been given a funding boost from the Cance...
18 Feb 2025
Change can foster innovation says new OMS Dean
People shouldn’t be scared of change as it can create great opportunities, says new Otago Medical School Dean Professor...
14 Feb 2025
Funding freeze severely affecting people with intellectual disability
Concerns are growing among clinicians in Aotearoa New Zealand over the “severe and adverse” impacts of recent government...
